Today, our cable and internet services reach more municipalities across Negros, connecting more communities than ever before. But every journey has a beginning. Before this expansion, there was a first step, a story that shaped who we are today. As we continue to grow, we look back at where it all started and the milestones that laid the foundation for KCAT’s journey across Negros.
The First Connection
Founded in 1993, KCAT began as the first Community Antenna Television (CATV) provider in Kabankalan City, Southern Negros, introducing a new way for local communities to experience television. At a time when access to national news, entertainment, and educational programming was limited, KCAT bridged the gap by bringing clearer reception and a wider selection of channels to households across the region.
From being the first cable provider across Kabankalan, KCAT became a trusted connection between people and the wider world. Its pioneering vision laid the foundation for stronger community ties and continuous innovation, setting the stage for the company’s growth beyond cable services. What started as a commitment to keeping communities informed and connected has since evolved into a legacy that continues to shape KCAT’s journey across Negros today.
Where It All Connected
For more than two decades, KCAT has been connecting communities through cable television. But as technology evolved and people’s needs changed, the company recognized that staying connected meant more than bringing television into homes, it meant providing access to the digital world.
In 2015, KCAT took its next major step by launching its Internet Data Connection service, expanding from a cable television provider into an internet service provider. This milestone reflected the company’s commitment to growing alongside the communities it served, giving families, students, professionals, and local businesses new opportunities to stay connected, access online learning, support remote work, and thrive in an increasingly digital world.
This transition marked more than the introduction of a new service, it represented a new chapter in KCAT’s journey. While the technology had changed, the company’s mission remained the same: to ensure that technology serves as a bridge to progress for all. Guided by the same pioneering spirit that shaped its beginnings in 1993, KCAT continues to invest in innovations that bring communities closer together and prepare them for the future.
From One Community, To Many
From its first chapter in Kabankalan, KCAT steadily expanded its network across Southern Negros, extending its cable television and internet services to neighboring municipalities, including Cauayan, Himamaylan, Ilog, Mabinay, Sipalay, and Candoni. Today, that network continues to grow, reaching more communities in Hinigaran and reinforcing KCAT’s commitment to digital inclusion by making reliable connectivity more accessible.
Every new municipality and barangay served represents more than an expansion of coverage; it reflects KCAT’s enduring promise to connect people with opportunities. As technology continues to shape the way communities communicate, learn, work, and do business, KCAT remains committed to delivering reliable services that help improve everyday life and support local growth.
As KCAT continues to grow across Negros, every new connection becomes part of a larger story that is built on trust and a shared commitment to empowering communities. From the first cable connection in Kabankalan to expanding digital access across Southern Negros, KCAT’s journey is a testament to the power of meaningful connections in building stronger communities and opening new opportunities for more underserved communities to grow.