Airtel Rwanda has become the first telecom operator in the country to launch Voice over 4G (VoLTE) services, marking a significant leap in technological advancement. Within just one month of the launch, the service has garnered over one million users, with 30% of 3G voice traffic seamlessly transitioning to 4G, underscoring rapid adoption and customer satisfaction.
The development comes on the heels of Airtel Rwanda’s complete network upgrade to 4G by 2024, achieving 95% population coverage. This initiative, coupled with the introduction of unlimited call plans in 2023, has propelled smartphone penetration from a modest 10% to over 50%, ensuring broader access to high-speed connectivity across the nation.
Looking ahead, Airtel Rwanda plans to phase out 2G and 3G services by 2026, in alignment with Rwanda’s National Broadband Policy.