The promise of high-speed, satellite-based internet for every corner of Uganda has hit a significant regulatory wall. Just weeks after Airtel Africa announced its ambitious partnership with SpaceX to launch Starlink services across its 14 African markets, the Government of…
In a landmark move for the African telecommunications sector, Airtel Africa has announced a strategic agreement with SpaceX to integrate Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across its 14 markets, including Uganda. This partnership is set to redefine internet accessibility in the…
Airtel Africa plc announced its results for the half-year ended September 30, 2025, highlighting consistently strong performance that reflects sustained customer demand and the continued effective execution of its customer-centric strategy. The success of Airtel’s strategy, which centres on superior customer experience…
When Airtel Uganda, under the leadership of Soumendra Sahu as Managing Director, announced a 28.7% surge in Profit After Tax (PAT) to Shs197.2 billion for the first half of 2025, the headlines painted a picture of a company on the…
Airtel Uganda’s public termination of an employee, Mr. Mabingo Juma, for “gross misconduct”, is more than a routine action by the Human Resource Manager’s office. It is a powerful and public statement that underscores the company’s aggressive efforts to combat…
Airtel Uganda, under the leadership of Soumendra Sahu as Chief Executive Director, has delivered a stellar performance, posting a 28.7% jump in Profit After Tax (PAT) for the first half of 2025. The company’s impressive financial results, with profits reaching…
In a significant shake-up of Uganda’s advertising industry, Airtel Uganda’s advertising mandate has been restructured under a new strategic collaboration. Effective August 1, 2025, the account is now overseen by a consortium led by The Partnership Africa, with creative duties…
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Information Communication and Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Aminah Zawedde, has urged the new Airtel Uganda Managing Director Soumendra Sahu, to leverage ICT networks to create more jobs in the country. Dr. Zawedde…
In a strategic move to capitalize on the growth potential of its mobile money services, Airtel Africa has announced plans to take its mobile money unit public through an initial public offering (IPO) in 2025. This decision comes as the…
From Pinterest: Potrait of Sunil Bharti Mittal made by scretching a series or airtel sim cards gifted to them by Mumbai Team Sunil Bharti Mittal, Chairman of Airtel Africa has been awarded A Honorary Knighthood, the Knight Commander of the…