Safaricom

Overview Safaricom is a Kenyan joint-stock company that operates as a mobile network provider, with its headquarters located in Nairobi. Founded in 1997 by Michael Joseph[(31799454)](#Founded Date), the company has grown to employ over 3,000 individuals [(31799456)](#Number of Employees), becoming one of the leading players in the telecommunications industry in Kenya.

Safaricom offers a range of services including cloud management, cloud computing, and spectrum management to customers, catering to both enterprises and individual consumers. In addition to their primary services, Safaricom maintains a social media presence, with an active presence on Twitter and Facebook.

Key personnel at Safaricom include Peter Ndegwa as CEO, Dilip Pal taking the role of CFO, and Morten Bangsgaard as the company's CTO. Prior to Peter Ndegwa, the company's leadership has seen significant figures like Bob Collymore and Michael Joseph as former CEOs.

Beyond its official website, Safaricom maintains a digital presence on other platforms such as AngelList, LinkedIn, Crunchbase, and Pitchbook.