Digicel Samoa has completed a major expansion and technology upgrade to its mobile network, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to delivering improved network coverage and high-speed connectivity to meet its customers’ growing telecommunications and internet needs.

Digicel Samoa has deployed 24 new mobile sites nationally, with 14 being new 5G sites in Apia, considerably increasing Digicel Samoa’s 5G network coverage in Apia. This expansion is backed by a US$5 million (WST$13.2m) plus infrastructure investment. It brings the number of Digicel Samoa’s 5G sites in Apia to 20, enabling both consumer and business customers to access faster speeds, enhanced streaming, more seamless gaming and improved connectivity.

As the first mobile network provider to introduce 5G in Samoa last year, Digicel Samoa has continued to lead Samoa in innovation and network coverage, consistently investing in its network to enhance its customers’ connectivity experience.

In Vaitele, with its bustling urban and industrial areas, this enhanced connectivity will be crucial in supporting local businesses and their data demands, fostering economic growth. Similarly, in Lotopa, a densely populated residential area within Apia, this network expansion will improve coverage and provide customers with access to better and faster connectivity, enabling enhanced access to essential online services, education, video streaming and entertainment services.  

Digicel Samoa CEO, Karl Vizvary, commented; “We are excited to announce the completion and launch of these 24 new mobile sites and finish this current phase of our mobile network coverage expansion. This investment underscores our commitment to providing the people of Samoa with greater coverage and a reliable connectivity experience. With the 24 new sites launched and operational, we are not just expanding our network, we are opening up new possibilities for individuals, businesses and communities across Samoa.”

“Our goal is to enable Samoans to access Digicel Samoa’s mobile services nationally and experience the transformative power of mobile services and our growing 5G mobile network. We are building a digital future for Samoa. Through our community engagement and marketing efforts, we aim to educate, enable and empower our customers to take full advantage of this enhanced connectivity and what 5G offers,” added Karl.

Digicel Samoa’s investment aligns with its broader strategy to continue to expand its network in Upolu and Savaii, providing greater mobile coverage and supporting the transition to a digital future for all of Samoa.