A statement from Kenya’s ICT regulator the Communications Authority (CA) has revealed a reduction in mobile termination rates (MTRs) and fixed termination rates (FTRs), effective from March 1, 2024. The new rate is set at KES 0.41 per minute, a drop from the previous rate of KES 0.58 per minute, while the SMS termination rate remains at KES 0.05 per SMS. This decision comes after a review by the ICT regulator and is expected to result in lower calling rates for consumers.
This regulatory change is tailored to reflect the current economic conditions, ICT market dynamics, and the need to balance investment promotion with consumer protection. The Authority anticipates that the lower MTRs and FTRs will benefit both consumers and operators by fostering more affordable service access and enhancing the flexibility for operators to create competitively priced products.
The new rates are set to be in place for a two-year period starting from March next year. All operators are mandated to adjust their interconnection agreements accordingly and submit their Deeds of Variation to the Authority by February 1, 2024.
This move is a strategic step towards making communication services more accessible and affordable in Kenya, potentially stimulating both market competition and consumer satisfaction.
