Kenya’s POA Internet Secures $4m Debt Funding to Expand Connectivity in Underserved Urban Areas

On August 27, 2025, Poa Internet secured $4 million in debt financing from Finnfund to expand its low-cost internet services to underserved urban areas in Kenya. The company, which already serves over 238,000 subscribers, plans to upgrade infrastructure and extend coverage to neighborhoods often overlooked by traditional providers.

By bringing affordable connectivity to these communities, Poa empowers small businesses, students, and entrepreneurs to access online education, e-commerce, and digital financial services. The expansion also creates jobs and stimulates local economies, demonstrating how a private enterprise can deliver both profit and public impact.

Poa Internet’s growth illustrates that entrepreneurship can be a force for societal progress—connecting people, creating opportunity, and fostering inclusion across Kenya.