- Vijiji Connect rolls out last-mile fibre and Wi-Fi in remote Kenyan communities, addressing longstanding connectivity gaps.
- The company works with government and global partners to expand access to e-learning, e-commerce, and digital services.
Vijiji connect expands broadband access to rural Kenya
Vijiji Connect Limited, a Kenyan-based broadband infrastructure company, is bringing reliable internet access to underserved rural and peri-urban areas through its last-mile fibre and Wi-Fi networks. Operating under the brand VGG Connect, the company partners with county governments, multilateral development agencies, and telecom operators to deliver affordable broadband to communities traditionally left behind in digital development.
According to the company’s official site, Vijiji Connect offers a shared Wi-Fi model where customers can purchase data bundles from as low as KES 10, making it accessible to low-income households. Its fixed-line fibre model targets small businesses, schools, and public institutions in areas where major providers do not typically invest. On LinkedIn, the company describes its mission as “building inclusive broadband infrastructure for rural Africa,” and notes it has deployed over 100 Wi-Fi hotspots across multiple counties.
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Vijiji Connect matters to Kenya’s digital future
Vijiji Connect is tackling one of Africa’s most persistent development issues: rural digital exclusion. While mobile penetration in Kenya is high, reliable and affordable broadband in rural areas remains limited. This lack of access restricts opportunities for digital education, e-health, and participation in the growing digital economy
Despite these efforts, the industry still faces challenges such as high infrastructure costs, regulatory barriers, and inconsistent electricity supply in remote regions. However, innovations in solar-powered routers, community network models, and donor-funded initiatives are helping to lower barriers. By focusing on rural last-mile delivery, Vijiji Connect not only closes connectivity gaps but also helps Kenya realise its digital master plan and Vision 2030 objectives. As internet access becomes essential for everything from remote work to e-learning, companies like Vijiji Connect are vital to ensuring no one is left behind in the digital age.
