By: Nana
Appiah Acquaye
TowerCo of Africa (TOA)
Uganda and MTN Uganda have marked a significant milestone in efforts to expand
telecommunications connectivity in Uganda’s West Nile region with the official
launch of MTN’s network on TOA infrastructure at the Abira site in Arua District.
The launch took place during
MTN Uganda’s FreeYOFire activities across the West Nile region and underscores
ongoing efforts to improve digital access in underserved communities.
According to TOA Uganda, the
deployment highlights the growing importance of shared telecommunications
infrastructure in accelerating network expansion and improving service delivery
across the country.
The West Nile region has
experienced increasing demand for digital services, making investments in
telecommunications infrastructure critical to expanding connectivity,
supporting economic activity, and reducing the digital divide.
Officials noted that tower
infrastructure providers play a vital role in enabling mobile network operators
to extend coverage more efficiently while enhancing network quality for
consumers.
The collaboration between
TOA Uganda and MTN Uganda is expected to support broader efforts to connect
more communities to digital services and contribute to the growth of Uganda’s
digital economy.
The partnership also
reflects a wider industry trend toward infrastructure sharing as operators seek
cost-effective ways to expand network reach and improve access to
communications services in rural and remote areas.
