What Syokinet Solutions does

Syokinet Solutions is a privately held Kenyan technology company, founded in 2014 in Syokimau (Nairobi) and led by Founder & CEO Ian Kasyoki, that has evolved from a traditional Internet Service Provider into a multi-product connectivity and digital-services vendor. Its core portfolio spans Internet Services (FTTH for residential, FTTB for SME and corporate packages ranging from 20 Mbps to 400 Mbps), Software-Defined Networking built on proprietary Bonded Last Mile Technology, Cloud Services (IaaS, PaaS and SaaS enablement, migration, backup/DR, VDI, analytics), Cybersecurity Solutions delivered in partnership with Nexusguard (carrier-grade DDoS protection), Integrated Security Solutions (AI- and analytics-driven managed security with a 24/7 Regional Operations Centre), Wholesale Internet (IP Transit, peering, dark fiber from 1 Gbps to 100 Gbps for ISPs and data centers) and Data Center Connectivity (colocation, DCI, dedicated Layer 2). The company also operates the Washa WiFi sub-brand — solar-powered, off-grid community hotspots priced from Ksh 50 — and the V-Tech virtual-technician outsourcing program.

Underlying the portfolio is a terrestrial fiber backbone connecting Nairobi and Mombasa with 1.6 Tbps of activated capacity, accessed via a strategic infrastructure partnership with Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC). Revenue is generated primarily through monthly recurring subscriptions across home, SME and corporate tiers, supplemented by wholesale bandwidth contracts, pay-per-use Washa WiFi access, and advertising on Washa WiFi login portals. The company serves a diversified base of more than 3,000 clients across residential users, SMEs, large enterprises, ISPs, data centers and underserved communities, distributed through three go-to-market motions: enterprise field sales for corporate and wholesale deals, self-serve online purchasing via Zoho Forms for home and SME packages, and community-led growth driven by Washa WiFi deployments and launch events.

Name

Syokinet Solutions

Legal name

Syokinet Solutions

Website

https://syokinet.co.ke

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Syokinet Solutions is a Kenyan technology company offering FTTH/FTTB internet, SDN, cloud, cybersecurity, wholesale bandwidth and off-grid Washa WiFi community hotspots to homes, SMEs, corporates, ISPs and underserved communities across East Africa.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Internet Services and Telecommunications

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) (4813), Communications Services, Nec (4899)

akta.pro primary industry

Business/Enterprise Fixed Connectivity Providers (SME/Enterprise Broadband) (HDAIABAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Data Security & Privacy Managed Services (DLP/Encryption) (BPAEADAL), Rural & Universal Service Fixed Broadband Providers (HDAIABAJ), Network Management (LAN/WAN/Wi‑Fi) Services (BPAEABAD)

Keywords

• Internet service provider
• Fiber optic connectivity
• Cloud infrastructure services
• Network security solutions
• Managed connectivity services

Headquarters

HQ city

Nairobi

HQ country

Kenya

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Internet Services (Home, SME, Corporate): Subscription-based internet services with tiered packages offering different speeds and features. Revenue generated through monthly recurring fees for residential, SME, and corporate connectivity solutions including FTTH and FTTB services.
2. Security as a Service (SaaS): Fully managed security services delivered as an ongoing subscription. Includes integrated smart security systems, 24/7 monitoring, AI analytics-driven protection, and Regional Operations Centre oversight.
3. Cloud Services: Cloud IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings providing scalable infrastructure, platform services, and software solutions. Revenue from infrastructure usage, migration services, backup/disaster recovery, and VDI subscriptions.
4. Wholesale Internet Services: High-capacity wholesale connectivity solutions for ISPs, content providers, data centers, and enterprise resellers. Includes IP Transit, local/regional peering, dedicated internet access, and dark fiber services.
5. Washa WiFi (Community Hotspots): Affordable off-grid internet access at community locations. Revenue generated from pay-per-use access (starting from Ksh 50) with advertising as secondary revenue stream from branded login portals.
6. Digital Advertising Platform: Advertising revenue from dynamic login portals on Washa WiFi hotspots. Brands can advertise on login screens, run location-based promotions, and target engaged local audiences in high-traffic community zones.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Syokinet Solutions provides internet connectivity, cloud, cybersecurity, SDN, and integrated security services to residential, SME, corporate, ISP, and data center customers in Kenya. The company operates a terrestrial fiber-optic backbone between Nairobi and Mombasa and delivers off-grid community WiFi hotspots through its Washa WiFi sub-brand. Its portfolio spans FTTH/FTTB internet packages, wholesale IP transit, cloud IaaS/PaaS/SaaS, DDoS protection, AI-powered managed security, and smart city/IoT solutions.

Product overview

Syokinet Solutions operates as a technology company offering a diversified portfolio of connectivity and digital services. The core offerings span: Cloud Services (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS), Data Center Connectivity (colocation, IP Transit, DCI), Wholesale Internet (for ISPs and enterprises), SDN Solutions (intelligent network bonding), Cybersecurity Solutions (DDoS protection via Nexusguard partnership), Integrated Security Solutions (AI-powered security as a service), Internet Services (FTTH/FTTB for homes and businesses), and Washa WiFi (off-grid community hotspots). Additionally, the V-Tech program provides virtual technician outsourcing. These products work together to provide end-to-end connectivity solutions from last-mile access to cloud infrastructure, supported by cybersecurity and smart security services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Washa WiFi: An innovative off-grid internet hotspot service designed to bridge the digital divide across Africa, offering affordable, accessible connectivity in underserved and remote communities including schools, marketplaces, public transport stages, residential areas, construction sites, health clinics, and last-mile communities.
• Syokinet SDN Solution
• Syokinet Cloud
• Security as a Service (SaaS)

Products and services

• Internet Services (FTTH/FTTB) Fiber-to-the-Home and Fiber-to-the-Business connectivity packages for residential and enterprise customers, ranging from 20 Mbps to 400 Mbps, with 24/7 support.
• Wholesale Internet

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,000+ satisfied clients served across various segments
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 September 2024Strategic infrastructure partnership leveraging KPC's existing fiber optic network to deploy the Syokinet Longhaul & Metro Network connecting Nairobi and Mombasa. Activated 1.6 Tbps of high-capacity connectivity infrastructure, reinforcing Kenya's digital backbone. This collaboration demonstrates the growing importance of infrastructure providers working with technology companies to build a connected future.
• NexusguardcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for carrier-grade DDoS protection services. Nexusguard provides globally distributed scrubbing centers to detect, analyze, and neutralize DDoS attacks before they impact networks. Features multiple detection modes, custom mitigation templates, and automatic traffic diversion through Nexusguard's mitigation infrastructure.
• V-Tech Partner Companies (Women & Youth Owned)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerV-Tech program partners with companies led by women or young entrepreneurs to provide a pool of exceptional virtual talent. These partner companies provide virtual technicians who are trained, certified, and assigned real-world projects from Syokinet's customer base. The program focuses on empowering women and youth through virtual employment while building a skilled virtual workforce.
• Top-tier Data Centers (Kenya)coreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partnerships with top-tier data centers across Kenya for the DC in DC (Data Center in Data Center) program offering dedicated rack space within secure, high-performance environments. Enables seamless integration with internal data center networks and improved operational efficiency for colocation services.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid Telecom): Pan-African fiber and wholesale connectivity provider offering IP Transit, data center, cloud, and enterprise connectivity across East and Southern Africa. Direct competitor on wholesale bandwidth, data center interconnect, and enterprise managed services.
• Jamii Telecommunications: Kenyan fixed-line telecom offering voice, data, and enterprise connectivity including FTTH and corporate leased lines. Direct competitor in the Kenyan SME and enterprise broadband segment.
• Poa Internet: Kenyan ISP focused on affordable home internet for low- and middle-income neighborhoods. Overlaps with Syokinet's Washa WiFi digital-inclusion thesis and residential packages, though Sya is wireless rather than fiber-based.
• Africa Online: Established Kenyan ISP offering enterprise and residential internet services across East Africa. Comparable to Syokinet on enterprise broadband and managed connectivity in Kenya.
• Wananchi Group: Kenyan/East African operator providing FTTH, enterprise connectivity, and pay-TV under brands like SimbaNET and Zuku. Compares to Syokinet on residential fiber, enterprise broadband, and data center services in Kenya.

Others

• Africa Data Centres: Pan-African data center colocation provider partnered with Syokinet under the DC-in-DC program. Comparable on the data center interconnect and colocation side of Syokinet's portfolio.

Regional players

• Mawingu Networks: Kenyan wireless ISP using TVWS and other technologies to serve rural and underserved areas. Closely comparable to Syokinet's Washa WiFi digital-inclusion mission, though operating in different geographies.
• SEACOM: Pan-African subsea and terrestrial fiber operator providing IP Transit, capacity, and enterprise connectivity. Comparable to Syokinet's wholesale and long-haul segments, with focus on international/backhaul rather than last-mile.

Broad incumbents

• Telkom Kenya: Major Kenyan fixed and mobile operator with enterprise connectivity, mobile data, and cloud offerings. Comparable to Syokinet on enterprise broadband and managed services, with substantially larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Safaricom: Kenya's largest mobile operator and dominant home/enterprise connectivity provider. Overlaps with Syokinet on FTTH, enterprise broadband, cloud, and managed services, but operates at national scale with far greater capital and brand reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/syokinet
• Facebookfacebook.com/syokinet
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/syokinet-solutions
• Instagraminstagram.com/syokinet
• TikToktiktok.com/@syokinet_solutions

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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