Smile Communications

TelecommunicationsTokio, Japan201-500 Employees

Smile Communications is a telecommunications provider headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, delivering affordable, high-quality broadband access and related communication services across Africa. Founded in 2007, the company focuses on using technology to enable the cost-effective deployment of advanced communications throughout the continent. In 2012, Smile launched what it describes as Africa’s first 4G LTE broadband service, offering faster, more reliable internet and supporting broader connectivity and economic activity. The business maintains a pan-African footprint, operating in multiple markets across the region.

Its offerings target customers seeking dependable connectivity and straightforward, user-friendly services in African markets. In the context of a competitive telecom landscape, Smile emphasizes delivering high-speed broadband at affordable prices to expand access and productivity. A notable recent development is the launch of a corporate social responsibility initiative in Nigeria in 2023, aimed at primary and secondary schools within its service areas, reflecting engagement with local communities alongside service expansion.

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