Airtel CEO reiterates commitment to Uganda ICT landscape

The Managing Director of Airtel Uganda, Manoj Murali has reiterated Airtel’s commitment to innovations that continue to change the ICT landscape in Uganda.

Speaking during the ‘Discover Africa’s Innovation Powerhouse Campaign’ launch by the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, Mr. Murali disclosed that Airtel Uganda remains the only network with 100 percent coverage of Uganda.

“We deployed this network to deliver affordable data, voice, and e-commerce solutions for the transformation of Uganda, and as a technology enabler, we are continuously integrating with SMEs, startups to innovate, support their operations, deliver efficiencies and grow. Our campaign UGNeedsMoreofU is intended to celebrate Ugandans using technology to solve problems, better their lives and those of others,” he said.

He further reasserted that Airtel Uganda is ready for business (BPO and Innovations).

“We invite BPO businesses to come and set up here because we have a network that is ready to support such operations. We have recently been recognized and awarded by the Ookla speed test as the fastest network in Uganda. That is essential for the operation of BPOs, other businesses, and decision making,” he stated.

By: Kanto Okanta