Telecommunications company Yas Tanzania has launched a new 5G tower in Masasi District, a move expected to enhance internet connectivity, expand access to digital services and support business growth in Tanzania’s southern region.
The investment forms part of the company’s ongoing network expansion programme aimed at strengthening digital infrastructure and extending high-speed internet services to more communities across the country.
Speaking during the launch, Yas Tanzania’s Head of the Southern Region, Ms Fadhila Saidi, said the new infrastructure would help bridge the digital divide and unlock economic opportunities for residents and businesses in the area.
“The 5G tower will provide faster and more reliable communication services to people in Masasi and neighbouring areas. Improved connectivity is critical for business growth, innovation and access to essential services,” she said.
Ms Saidi noted that Masasi District, home to more than 315,000 residents whose livelihoods largely depend on agriculture and trade, is well positioned to benefit from improved digital access. Farmers will be able to obtain real-time market information, while traders can expand their customer base through digital platforms and mobile payment solutions.
She added that enhanced connectivity would also create opportunities for young people through online learning, skills development and digital entrepreneurship.
Schools, healthcare facilities and other public institutions are also expected to improve service delivery through more efficient communication systems.
Ms Saidi further highlighted the contribution of Mixx by Yas to financial inclusion, noting that the platform enables users to send and receive money, pay bills and conduct digital transactions securely and efficiently.
“Access to digital financial services is increasingly important in supporting economic participation and empowering communities,” she said.
Local entrepreneur Mr Jaffari Wadi welcomed the development, describing reliable high-speed internet as a key enabler of modern business operations.
“This 5G network will transform how businesses operate in Masasi. Faster internet means better communication with customers, quicker transactions and greater opportunities to participate in online commerce,” he said.
Yas Tanzania has continued to invest in network infrastructure nationwide as part of efforts to support the government’s digital transformation agenda and expand access to reliable telecommunications services.
The launch of the Masasi 5G tower adds to a growing portfolio of investments aimed at improving connectivity, accelerating digital inclusion and supporting socio-economic development across Tanzania.
