Connects over 1,500 households and 25 schools in marginalised areas
- Holds NFP and ASP licenses for nationwide operations
Skylink Networks: Connecting the Unconnected
Founded in 2015 and formally incorporated in 2018, Skylink Networks LTD has emerged as a key internet service provider in Kenya’s Rift Valley region. The Nakuru-based company specialises in delivering affordable broadband to underserved communities, having connected over 1,500 households, 25 schools and 10 healthcare facilities to date.
As a Communications Authority-licensed operator (holding both NFP and ASP certifications), Skylink focuses on last-mile connectivity solutions. “Our mission is to make reliable internet accessible beyond urban centres,” states their website. Recent expansions include free Wi-Fi hotspots in Nakuru’s Kaptembwo and Bondeni estates.
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Skylink Networks’ Rural connectivity push
Kenya’s rural internet penetration remains at just 23% (CAK 2023), creating opportunities for local ISPs. Skylink’s hybrid fibre-wireless networks overcome terrain challenges, though high infrastructure costs persist. The company recently adopted TV white space technology to expand coverage more affordably.
With Kenya’s digital economy projected to grow 9% annually (World Bank), Skylink’s focus on schools and hospitals aligns with national digitisation goals. However, power instability and device affordability continue hindering rural adoption rates.
