KAMPALA, Uganda — Airtel Uganda has commissioned numerous new network sites across northern, eastern, and western Uganda this May, in a continued effort to boost connectivity in underserved regions. This expansion underscores Airtel’s commitment to digital inclusion and national development.
The strategic rollout has led to significant growth in network coverage. In Northern Uganda, the Lira District gained 15 new sites, including key areas like Puranga, Aromo, Opwakere, ATC_Awiodyek, Lango College, and Okec Oyere.
Eastern Uganda saw new sites launched in Soroti (Kapujar, Agonga, Ocokican), Pallisa (ATC_Oludat), and Mbale (Wanale).
In Western Uganda, connectivity improved with three new sites in Fort Portal (Kijura, Sebitoli, Mugura), two in Kyenjojo (Katooke, Kihoni), two in Kasese (Kyanjuki, Mabuku), and three in Hoima (Katashia, Hoima, Kasese, Nyarugabu).
David Birungi, Airtel Uganda’s Public Relations Manager, highlighted the initiative’s transformative impact. “The local economy in these areas is growing, and we act on the feedback of our customers in ensuring that our services exceed their expectations. Airtel Uganda always invests ahead of need,” Birungi said. “These new sites, which build on this national footprint, are not just about extending coverage; they are about connecting communities, enabling access to vital services, and fostering economic growth in previously underserved areas.”
The commissioning of these sites is expected to benefit thousands of residents by supporting essential services in education, health, agriculture, and trade. This move, complemented by Airtel Uganda’s recent contribution of 37.9 billion Ugandan shillings to the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) for extending digital access to remote parts of Uganda, aligns with Airtel Uganda’s national broadband strategy to deliver reliable 4G service across all of Uganda’s districts.
“We are incredibly proud to see our vision of widespread digital inclusion become a reality through these ongoing expansions,” Birungi added. “Every new site represents a step closer to bridging the digital divide and ensuring that we give every Ugandan a reason to imagine and benefit from the vast possibilities that reliable connectivity offers.”
As Uganda works toward Vision 2040 and building a knowledge-based economy, Airtel Uganda says it remains dedicated to providing seamless and affordable telecommunication services, contributing to the nation’s socio-economic development through enhanced connectivity.
