MTN Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating Uganda’s digital transformation through strategic partnerships and technological innovation.
The company, in partnership with the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance, hosted the MTN ICT Government Round Table at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel on Thursday, bringing together senior government officials, policymakers, ICT leaders, and the MTN Uganda executive team.
This commitment was emphasised by MTN Uganda’s General Manager for Enterprise Business Unit, Ibrahim Senyonga, who said during the Round Table that over the years, MTN has evolved into a technology partner.
“We are not just a telco. We are now a full technology partner, shaping solutions that power institutions, connect systems, and unlock potential across every sector,” Senyonga said.
“By facilitating platforms such as this Round Table, we reaffirm our long-term commitment to enabling Uganda’s digital future through strategic collaboration, technological innovation, and inclusive progress,” he added.
Accelerating Digital Transformation
The round table focused on accelerating the implementation of the National Digital Transformation Roadmap (2023/2024 to 2027/2028), with MTN Uganda’s CEO, Sylvia Mulinge, highlighting the company’s commitment to supporting the government’s digital agenda.
Mulinge stressed the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors in driving digital and financial transformation.
“We’re working on how to support financial inclusion. We want to make it easier to collect payments and just as easy to track how that money flows, so everything becomes more efficient and more transparent,” Mulinge said.
Public-Private Collaboration
Richard Yego, the MTN MoMo CEO, emphasised that public-private collaboration is essential in driving digital transformation.
He highlighted the company’s ongoing work with government ministries and agencies to co-create digital solutions, including digitised school fees, smart agriculture payments, and integrated e-government services.
“Public-Private collaboration isn’t optional, it’s essential. We are co-creating digital solutions with ministries and agencies. The work is already underway, from digitised school fees to smart agriculture payments and integrated e-government services,” Yego noted.
Long-Term Commitment
Senyonga reaffirmed MTN Uganda’s long-term commitment to enabling Uganda’s digital future through strategic collaboration, technological innovation, and inclusive progress. He pointed out that the company’s participation in the round table demonstrates its dedication to driving digital transformation and supporting the government’s development agenda.
The MTN ICT Government Round Table marks a significant step towards accelerating Uganda’s digital transformation.
Through strategic partnerships and technological innovation, MTN Uganda is committed to supporting the government’s digital agenda and driving inclusive progress.
It highlights the fact that by working together, the public and private sectors can unlock Uganda’s potential and create a brighter digital future for all.