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Amazon Leo Nano
The compact, entry-level terminal. Around 7 inches square and roughly 2.2 lb, the Nano is designed for residential and mobility use with download speeds up to 100 Mbps.
Amazon Leo Internet Kenya
Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet network, formerly known as Project Kuiper. Learn how LEO satellite broadband works, what the Amazon Leo Nano, Pro and Ultra terminals offer, and what its expected availability and pricing could mean for homes and businesses across Kenya.
Amazon Leo Satellite Internet in Kenya
Amazon Leo is a satellite internet service built around a constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit, roughly 590 kilometres above the planet, far closer than traditional geostationary satellites at more than 35,000 kilometres. That shorter distance is designed to support lower latency for everyday activities such as video calls, streaming, remote work and online learning.
The network was originally developed under the name Project Kuiper. In November 2025, Amazon rebranded Project Kuiper as Amazon Leo. The service is intended to extend reliable, high-speed internet to people and organisations beyond the reach of existing fibre, fixed wireless and mobile networks, which is directly relevant to many rural and underserved parts of Kenya.
Because LEO satellites do not depend on ground cables or towers running to every building, the technology has clear potential for connecting homes, farms, lodges, schools, clinics, remote offices and field operations across the country. This site is an independent Kenyan resource that explains Amazon Leo, tracks its availability, and helps you plan for satellite connectivity.
Explore Amazon Leo KenyaAt a glance
- Name: Amazon Leo
- Formerly: Project Kuiper
- Type: Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite internet
- Orbit: ~590 km (vs ~35,000 km for GEO)
- Kenya status: Not yet commercially available
- Terminals: Nano, Pro and Ultra
Amazon Leo Terminals
Three customer terminal designs for different needs, based on information published by Amazon.
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Amazon Leo Pro
Amazon's standard customer terminal. Around 11 inches square and roughly 5.3 lb, the Pro is designed to deliver up to 400 Mbps for most home and business customers.
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Amazon Leo Ultra
The enterprise-grade terminal. Measuring 20×30 inches, the Ultra offers download speeds up to 1 Gbps and upload speeds up to 400 Mbps for demanding business uses.
Who Amazon Leo May Serve in Kenya
LEO satellite broadband is designed for places where fibre and fixed wireless are impractical.
Homes
Reliable broadband for rural and underserved households beyond the reach of fibre.
Businesses
Connectivity for shops, offices and enterprises in areas with limited options.
Remote Offices
Keep branch offices and field teams online wherever they operate.
Schools
Internet for learning in rural and hard-to-reach institutions.
Healthcare
Support telemedicine and record-keeping at clinics and dispensaries.
Hotels & Lodges
Guest Wi-Fi for safari lodges, camps and hotels in remote locations.
Farms
Connect agritech, monitoring systems and farm offices.
Construction Sites
Temporary broadband for project sites without fixed infrastructure.
NGOs & Government
Field connectivity for aid, research and public service operations.
Telecoms
Satellite backhaul to extend mobile coverage to new areas.
Remote Monitoring
CCTV and sensor data for pipelines, solar sites and stations.
Backup Connectivity
A failover link that keeps critical operations online.
Amazon Leo for Rural Kenya
Millions of Kenyans live where running fibre is expensive and where 4G or 5G coverage is weak or absent. In many of those places, microwave links are impractical because of terrain or distance, and fixed broadband has never arrived. Satellite internet from a low Earth orbit constellation removes the need for a cable to reach every home, farm or facility.
Amazon Leo's satellites orbit far closer than traditional geostationary satellites, which reduces the delay that once made satellite internet feel slow for calls and video. That lower-latency design is one of the main reasons LEO networks are being positioned for everyday rural broadband, rather than only as a connection of last resort.
We describe rural use cases and the technology behind them in more detail, but we do not claim specific Amazon Leo coverage in Kenya until Amazon confirms it. See our rural connectivity and LEO internet guides below.
Amazon Leo for Businesses
Many Kenyan businesses operate outside the main fibre corridors, including farms, mines, construction projects, lodges, logistics hubs, fuel stations and field teams. These operations still need dependable internet for point-of-sale systems, CCTV, cloud software, payroll, fleet tracking and communication.
Amazon Leo has positioned its higher-capacity terminals, particularly the enterprise-grade Amazon Leo Ultra with gigabit-class download speeds, for organisations that need reliable connectivity in challenging environments. The service is also designed to connect directly to AWS and to private networks for customers that want to keep data off the public internet.
For business connectivity planning in Kenya, including backup links and remote monitoring, review our business satellite internet guide.
Business Satellite Internet Kenya
Is Amazon Leo Available in Kenya?
As of now, Amazon Leo has not announced commercial availability in Kenya. Amazon is still building out its satellite constellation and has begun early service in selected regions as it adds coverage and capacity.
Amazon's first announced consumer satellite internet agreement in Africa is with Herotel in South Africa, where a service called “evry” is expected to launch commercially in 2027. Amazon is also working with Vanu to provide rural connectivity and cellular backhaul across the continent, starting in South Africa. No Kenya launch date or partner has been confirmed.
This means there is no verified Kenyan subscription price, hardware price, installer list or coverage map to quote today. We update this page as Amazon releases official information, so treat any unsourced “buy now” claims about Amazon Leo in Kenya with caution.
Check Amazon Leo Availability KenyaAvailability status
- • Kenya launch: not announced
- • Kenya pricing: not published
- • Kenya partners/installers: not confirmed
- • Africa progress: South Africa first (2027)
- • Beta waitlist: opened November 2025
Amazon Leo Price in Kenya
Amazon Leo pricing for Kenya has not yet been officially published or verified, so we do not quote a price. When official pricing does arrive, customers should expect the total cost to depend on a few standard items rather than a single number:
Terminal cost
The upfront price of the customer terminal or antenna (Nano, Pro or Ultra).
Monthly plan
A recurring subscription for the level of service and data you choose.
Business plan
Higher-capacity or priority plans for commercial and enterprise use.
Installation
Professional mounting, alignment and cabling for your premises.
Mounting & extras
Roof or pole mounts, longer cables and weather protection.
Networking gear
Routers, switches or failover equipment if not included.
Amazon Leo vs Starlink in Kenya
Amazon Leo and Starlink are both low Earth orbit satellite internet networks, but they are at very different stages in Kenya. Starlink is already commercially available in Kenya, while Amazon Leo has not yet announced a Kenyan launch. Both use constellations of satellites in low Earth orbit to reduce latency compared with older geostationary services.
The two differ in terminal lineup, ecosystem and rollout approach. Amazon Leo offers three terminals (Nano, Pro and Ultra) and positions the Ultra for enterprise and AWS-connected use. We compare only verified facts and clearly separate what is confirmed from what is not yet available.
Compare Amazon Leo vs Starlink
How Amazon Leo Works
1. Satellites orbit in LEO
Amazon Leo satellites circle Earth in low Earth orbit, roughly 590 km up, far closer than geostationary satellites.
2. Your antenna links to them
A compact phased-array terminal at your premises communicates with the satellites passing overhead.
3. Data reaches the ground network
Traffic is handed to ground infrastructure and the wider internet, then back to your devices.
4. You connect locally
Your router and Wi-Fi distribute the connection across the devices in your home or business.
Amazon Leo Kenya — Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amazon Leo?
Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet network, formerly known as Project Kuiper. It uses a constellation of satellites orbiting roughly 590 km above Earth to provide broadband where fibre and fixed wireless are impractical.
Is Project Kuiper now Amazon Leo?
Yes. In November 2025 Amazon rebranded Project Kuiper as Amazon Leo. The two names refer to the same satellite internet programme.
Is Amazon Leo available in Kenya?
No. Amazon Leo has not yet announced commercial availability in Kenya. Amazon's first consumer satellite internet agreement in Africa is in South Africa, with commercial service expected there in 2027.
When will Amazon Leo launch in Kenya?
Amazon has not announced a Kenya launch date. We update our availability page as official information is released.
How much will Amazon Leo cost in Kenya?
Kenyan pricing has not been published. When it is announced, the total cost will likely include a terminal, a monthly plan and possibly installation and mounting charges.
How fast is Amazon Leo?
Amazon publishes speeds of up to 100 Mbps for the Nano terminal, up to 400 Mbps for the Pro, and up to 1 Gbps download and 400 Mbps upload for the Ultra. Actual speeds depend on location, plan and network conditions.
What is the difference between Amazon Leo Nano, Pro and Ultra?
Nano is the compact residential/mobility terminal (up to 100 Mbps). Pro is the standard terminal (up to 400 Mbps). Ultra is the larger enterprise terminal (up to 1 Gbps down and 400 Mbps up).
Is Amazon Leo the same as Starlink?
No. Both are LEO satellite internet networks, but they are operated by different companies. Starlink is already available in Kenya, while Amazon Leo has not yet launched there.
Can Amazon Leo work in rural Kenya?
The technology is designed for rural and remote areas without fibre or reliable mobile coverage, but specific Amazon Leo coverage in Kenya has not yet been announced.
Does Amazon Leo require a satellite dish?
Amazon Leo uses compact phased-array customer terminals rather than a traditional large dish. The three terminals are the Nano, Pro and Ultra.