Climbers will from October be able to log on to the internet on the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

The East African reports that state-run Tanzania Telecommunications’ national broadband project will see connectivity expanded to Uhuru, which at 5 895m above sea level is Kilimanjaro’s tallest peak.

Tanzania has already spent TSh146 million taking internet service to the Horombo Huts, at 3 720m above sea level.

ICT Minister Nape Nnauye says the project will improve the market visibility of the mountain and attract more visitors to one of Tanzania’s leading tourist destinations. ‘It will also enhance the safety of mountain climbers and porters.’

23 August 2022
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