Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda Ltd, a subsidiary of Airtel Africa plc, hopes to raise Shs 800 billion in an initial public offering (IPO). The company set the price for its initial public offering (IPO) at Shs100 per share and will offer up to 20% stake or 8 …
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Taking Uganda-South Africa trade and investment forward
COMMENT | PAUL AMORU | Uganda and South African governments have enjoyed a momentous, warm and friendly relations since the signing of a formal diplomatic relation in 1994. This bilateral relation has deepened not only social and political ties but also helped promote trade and investment between the two countries. Latest …
Read More »Uganda’s Brainchild BCW recognized at Global African Excellence Awards
London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Brainchild BCW, one of Uganda’s top public relations, digital, and events agency has been named Best PR and Digital Agency at African Excellence Awards that seek to recognize outstanding African companies and individuals who have contributed to Africa’s growth, it said on Aug.21 in …
Read More »Roke Telkom, GX Group partner to enhance Uganda’s internet experience
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Telecommunications company Roke Telkom and GX India, a globally renowned networks solutions firm in India, have announced a partnership that will revolutionize internet usage in Uganda, by bringing affordable Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) products to Uganda, further enhancing the internet experience of customers. The …
Read More »Why Uganda needs change makers now more than ever
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda is currently experiencing lots of disruptions and crisis that call on citizens to raise and contribute to the economic empowerment of our communities and hence the nation. To make such happen, is the shift in people’s mindset towards an understanding that the community problems …
Read More »Airtel Uganda to offer 20% stake through IPO
The company will give more preference to Ugandan investors Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Airtel Uganda plans to float a 20% stake in the company, equivalent to 8 billion ordinary shares, via an initial public offer (IPO) to be listed on the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE). The operator said that …
Read More »Airtel Uganda set to list on Stock Market
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda Ltd has confirmed its intention to list on the stock market of Uganda up to 20 percent of its shares, totaling 8 billion shares. The company, wholly owned by Airtel Africa plc, is due to publish the prospectus (offer document) approved by …
Read More »Safety, cost concerns still limiting uptake of mobile banking by Ugandans
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | More Ugandans subscribing to mobile banking are using the platforms to withdraw money from their bank accounts, than those using them to deposit, according to the service providers. This is one of the findings and developments in the banking and financial technology (Fintech) industries …
Read More »Airtel Uganda unveils 5G Network with a promise to transform productivity in Uganda
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda’s First 5G Network has demonstrated 5G’s potential to foster digital inclusion and connectivity in Uganda. This was during a 5G showcase event held at Kampala Serena Hotel Monday night. Airtel Uganda unveiled one of its industry firsts, the 5G network, ushering in …
Read More »Airtel Uganda Activates First 5G Site at Bulange
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda has activated the first 5G site at Bulange in Mengo to boost connectivity and digital inclusion in Uganda. In February this year, Airtel Uganda conducted tests on 11 4G sites in Kampala after applying for a spectrum to Uganda Communications Commission to …
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