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Mast signals arrival of phone network in Isiolo village
County officials and some residents witness the groundbreaking ceremony for the installation of a Safaricom telephone mast in Basa on September 12, 2020.
Photo credit: Waweru Wairimu | Nation Media Group
What you need to know:
- The mast is being erected by leading mobile service provider Safaricom.
- Governor Mohamed Kuti said it will be key in improving health, education and security in the remote area.
- The project has, however, widened the rift between Governor Kuti and Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo as both claim to have lobbied for it.
Residents of Bassa in Isiolo County have a reason to smile following the commencement of the installation of a communications mast in the area that has been grappling with poor telephone network coverage.
The mast, belonging to leading mobile service provider Safaricom, is expected to help boost development in the area and enable residents to access mobile money services and business opportunities.
