Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda has announced a contribution of Shs42.5 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission’s Universal Service and Access Fund, aimed at developing telecommunications services in underserved areas. This marks a significant increase from last year’s contribution of Shs 36 billion. The announcement was made on …
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The telecom company paid Shs1.1 trillion to URA in tax revenues compared to Shs 927bn in the previous year as a contribution to the country’s fiscal and economic development goals Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda shareholder are set to earn a record dividend of Shs 403 billion for …
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The company remains focused on maintaining the growth momentum and ensuring EBITDA margin resilience, in line with its ambition 2025 objectives Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda net profit for the first three months to March rose 24% to Shs150bn driven by solid growth in its voice, data and …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda has strengthened its grip on the mobile networks market, growing its new customer base by more than 500,000 in the past four months to hit 20 million. The telecom company’s subscribers stood at 19.5million as at the end of December 31, 2023, according …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda, in continued partnership with Tooro Kingdom, has launched the highly anticipated third edition of the Tooro Kingdom MTN Amasaza Cup. Building upon the success of previous years, this tournament aims to promote healthy living, sports development, and raise awareness about HIV/AIDS within the …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda, in a remarkable step towards environmental responsibility and youth empowerment, has today donated 379 electronic items valued at Shs 65 million to Fundi Bots, an organization dedicated to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and robotics training. The donation includes 258 Smartphones M671, …
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Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | More than 8,000 residents across Gulu City are set to gain access to clean and safe drinking water following completion of four spring wells, thanks to a collaborative effort between MTN Uganda’s philanthropic arm, MTN Foundation and Safe Water Uganda, a community-based organisation. This initiative, …
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The AWE initiative has increased representation of the telco’s women suppliers from 7% in 2023 to an impressive 15% Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda has recorded a significant stride in championing gender diversity within its supply chain, increasing the representation of women suppliers from 7% in 2023 to …
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Nabilatuk, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Authorities in Nabilatuk district have repurposed a former detention facility for suspected cattle rustlers into a youth center aimed at promoting digital literacy and education. Situated within Nabilatuk Town Council, the facility previously served as a detention center during cordon and search operations between 2022 …
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Uganda’s current pressing youth unemployment rates, with youth unemployment exceeding the national average addressing this challenge is critical for sustainable development COMMENT | JAMILA MAYANJA | In the landscape of national development, a crucial yet often undervalued element is the empowerment of girls through targeted education and skills training. Across …
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