The Kenyan government has opened a public consultation on new draft guidelines for the installation of telecommunications cables across the country.
This move aims to bring order, safety, and efficiency to how fibre optic cables, internet lines, and other telecom infrastructure are laid out in roads, estates, and public spaces. The proposed guidelines are expected to reduce cases of haphazard digging, cable theft, service disruptions, and conflicts between telecom companies and county governments.
Members of the public, telecom operators, contractors, road agencies, and other stakeholders have been invited to review the draft document and submit their comments before the final guidelines are adopted. The consultation period gives Kenyans a chance to share opinions on issues such as digging standards, reinstatement of roads after installation, safety measures, and coordination between different players.
The new rules are expected to improve the quality and reliability of internet and voice services while protecting public infrastructure. Poorly installed cables have in the past caused road damage, frequent outages, and safety hazards, especially in major towns and cities.
Authorities believe that clear, standardised guidelines will encourage faster rollout of high-speed internet, attract more investment into digital infrastructure, and support Kenya’s ambition to become a leading digital economy in Africa.
Stakeholders are encouraged to participate actively in the consultation so that the final guidelines reflect practical realities on the ground and balance the needs of service providers with public interest.
This development is another important step in Kenya’s digital transformation journey, ensuring that the expansion of telecom infrastructure is done in an organised, sustainable, and future-ready manner.
The public consultation is currently open, and interested parties can access the draft guidelines through official government channels.
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