In a significant turn of events for Uganda’s telecommunications sector, the long-standing impasse between the government and Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, appears to be nearing a resolution. This development marks a dramatic shift from late 2025, when we…
In a landmark briefing to the Fourth Estate held today at the Uganda Media Centre, the Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), Hon. George William Nyombi Thembo, moved to clear the air on the two most volatile topics…
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…
In a significant move towards fostering digital inclusion and spurring economic growth, President Yoweri Museveni has given Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service the green light to operate in Uganda. This development is expected to revolutionise the country’s digital landscape,…
Uganda’s telecom industry is set to undergo a significant transformation in 2025, driven by emerging technologies and evolving customer demands. Speaking during a media roundtable at MTN Uganda headquarters in Kampala, MTN Uganda Chief Executive Officer, Sylvia Mulinge, said key…