By:
Nana Appiah Acquaye
MTN
Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Government of Uganda’s
digital transformation ambitions through continued investment in digital
infrastructure, expanding connectivity, enabling innovation and increasing
access to digital and financial services.
The
commitment followed a meeting between MTN Uganda Chief Executive Officer Sylvia
Mulinge and her leadership team, and Minister for ICT and National Guidance
Justine Kasule Lumumba, Minister of State for ICT Alioni Yorke Odria, Permanent
Secretary Aminah Zawedde and their delegation.
The
discussions focused on the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance’s priorities
and how MTN Uganda could continue supporting the government’s digital
transformation agenda.
“As
Uganda implements its Digital Transformation Roadmap, MTN Uganda stands ready
to play its part through continued investment in digital infrastructure,
expanding connectivity, enabling innovation and growing access to digital and
financial services,” Mulinge said.
She
added that working closely with the Government of Uganda could help translate
the country’s digital ambitions into tangible opportunities for Ugandans,
businesses and communities.
Mulinge
expressed appreciation to the Minister and her team for the engagement, saying
MTN Uganda looked forward to strengthening its partnership with the Ministry
and supporting the advancement of Uganda’s digital agenda.
