This archive report was first published on 7 August 2019.
After 8 years abroad, I returned to Kenya to a hero's welcome from my family. But as I settled back into life in the village, I realized how much I had missed. My relatives were eager to fill me in on all the latest news and gossip, but their updates were often exaggerated and limited to local affairs.
That's when I discovered the convenience of Airtel Kenya's data packages. As soon as I cleared customs, I switched on my Airtel lines and dialed 544# to get the latest data offers. With Airtel's UNLIMINET bundle, I could stay connected for a month with 2.5GB of data, 150 minutes of talk time, and 1000 SMS for just Ksh.500.
But with nephews and nieces who love YouTube, I often opted for the Ksh.1000 package, which gave me 8GB of data, 400 minutes of talk time, and 2000 SMS for a month. With Airtel's data packages, I could stay up to date on the latest local trends, from the Odi Dance to the Moipei Sisters' music.
As an amateur chef, I also appreciated Airtel's data packages, which allowed me to log into cooking blogs like PikaChakula and Kaluhi's Kitchen. And with Airtel's affordable data, I could stay connected with family and friends back home, even when I was traveling.
Thanks to Airtel, I was able to stay connected and up to date on all the latest news and trends in Kenya. Whether I was sampling local hits or planning a road trip to the Serengeti, Airtel's data packages made it easy to stay connected and enjoy my time back home.
