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This contribution highlights Airtel’s role as a leader in Uganda’s telecommunications sector and emphasizes the importance of ensuring access to communication services for the underprivileged. The funds will be utilized by the UCC to enhance rural communications infrastructure, particularly in underserved areas, aiming to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusive growth throughout Uganda. Manoj Murali, Managing Director of Airtel Uganda, reiterated the company’s commitment to Uganda’s development, emphasizing their role in providing reliable communication services across the country through their 100% 4G network.

While accepting Airtel’s gift, UCC Executive Director Hon. George William Nyombi Thembo stated, “We gather here today to acknowledge and uphold Airtel Uganda’s contribution to the telecommunications sector.” Airtel has served as both an example and a driving force in Uganda’s communication development. I express my heartfelt gratitude to Airtel for its contribution of Ugx.34.8 billion shillings, or 2% of its yearly gross income, to the Uganda Communications Commission.”

“This emphasizes the importance of ensuring that our country’s underprivileged population has access to important communication services. This gift will surely go a long way toward closing the digital divide and encouraging inclusive growth participation throughout Uganda,” he stated.

While accepting Airtel’s gift, UCC Executive Director Hon. George William Nyombi Thembo stated, “We gather here today to acknowledge and uphold Airtel Uganda’s contribution to the telecommunications sector.” Airtel has served as both an example and a driving force in Uganda’s communication development. I express my heartfelt gratitude to Airtel for its contribution of Ugx.34.8 billion shillings, or 2% of its yearly gross income, to the Uganda Communications Commission.”

“This emphasizes the importance of ensuring that our country’s underprivileged population has access to important communication services. This gift will surely go a long way toward closing the digital divide and encouraging inclusive growth participation throughout Uganda,” he stated.

Manoj Murali, the Managing Director of Airtel Uganda, underlined the network’s commitment to providing reliable communication services in the country.

He stated, “Airtel Uganda is deeply committed to Uganda’s development.” Our dedication is evidenced by our participation in the licensing regime and the provision of dependable communication services across Uganda via our 100% 4G network. We do this because, as technology enablers, we aim to unlock Uganda’s potential by connecting people and businesses to possibilities. We are pleased to be exceptionally responsive to this mandate.”

He added, “The UCC plays an important role in fostering a thriving telecommunications sector that empowers Ugandans in our increasingly connected world.” We appreciate your continuous monitoring and support in increasing access, equity, and long-term sustainability in the sector.”

The Uganda Communications Commission will use the 34.8 billion given by Airtel Uganda to help the construction and improvement of rural communications infrastructure, particularly in underserved areas. Airtel Uganda remains committed to its mission of driving digital transformation and providing reliable and high-quality communication services to Ugandan communities through strategic partnerships and collaborative efforts with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.