Kenya's 5G network has surpassed 2 million users, indicating a significant surge in demand for faster mobile data speeds. This growth reflects increased consumer adoption and operator investment in high-speed infrastructure.

• More than 2.1 million mobile data subscribers were connected to the 5G network as of June 2026.
• The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) disclosed the subscriber numbers.
• The 5G subscriber base saw a 75 percent increase in one year, driven by a shift to more data-intensive digital services.