MTN MoMo sparks digital revolution in Uganda

The telco said the investment was made to support its key strategic and growth initiatives, which include boosting broadband and fibre coverage and deepening financial inclusion.

A new GSMA report reveals that Uganda could connect four million more citizens, create 1.8 million jobs, as well as unlock $3.9 billion in economic value by 2030.

The e-Campus will culminate in the launch of a continental digital platform for postgraduate learning and research collaboration.

The companies celebrated a decade of collaboration that has transformed Uganda's telecom landscape, delivering smarter network operations, broader coverage, and customer experiences through innovations.

In addition to the expansion, the operator is launching a new voice package that slashes call expenses by 67% across all networks.

Denebola Technologies has secured strategic investment to scale healthcare for 10 million women in Uganda.

Airtel Uganda has announced a half-year dividend of Ushs 174bn ($48.9m) after delivering double-digit revenue growth and a 28.7% jump in profit.

MTN Uganda’s half-year results show double-digit growth in data and financial services, with Mobile Money transactions topping $23.7 billion.

The company said its first-half results indicate strong momentum in key commercial and financial metrics.

MTN Uganda will work with MTN MoMo and the Uganda Hotel Owners’ Association to drive the adoption of digital services in the tourism and hospitality sectors.

MTN Uganda has won shareholder approval to spin off its booming MoMo business, with plans to list in on the Uganda Securities Exchange.

With over 15 years of experience in telecom and consumer marketing, Sylvia Elsheikh has been named CMO of MTN Uganda.