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Airtel Introduces new OTT Data bundles

Posted on November 13, 2018 by Desiree Miller

Airtel Uganda has launched Uganda’s first-ever data OTT packs that will enable subscribers to enjoy undisrupted connectivity by simply subscribing once and getting both data and OTT of the same validity.

Data OTT packs combine data and OTT Tax by maintaining the same data volumes of the selected bundles and simply adding OTT Tax to them. When an Airtel Uganda customer subscribes to this Data OTT pack, they will get a data bundle combined with OTT of the same validity as the bundle pack purchased. For example; daily 15MB will be purchased at UGX450 and it will include UGX250 for the 15MB plus UGX200 for the daily OTT – both valid for 24hours.

Commenting about the new product, Airtel Uganda Managing Director Mr. V.G. Somasekhar noted that, “Gone are the days when subscribers had data but could not connect because they had not paid their OTT and vice versa. With these new packs, we are bringing convenience to our subscribers whether they prefer daily, weekly or monthly data packs.”

“This is the first offering of this sort in Uganda and we are proud to lead the way when it comes to providing our subscribers with affordable, convenient and innovative telecommunications solutions,” he added.

This announcement comes on the heels of a directive from Uganda Revenue Authority, the tax body in Uganda, which changed OTT validity to 24 hours. Airtel Uganda also recently added more options to the OTT menu giving subscribers the ability to pay their taxes on a quarterly and annual basis.

Airtel Uganda in Partnership with King Saha to promote 4G Smartphone

Posted on October 22, 2018 by Deborah

One of the Beat ways to get your mobile Telecommunications company going, is to create ambassador partnerships with musicians. Africell hooked up with Fik Fameica, and Airtel Uganda has recently signed one with Ugandan artist, King Saha. The battle is still on, and this time, Airtel has released, what they termed as the most affordable 4G smartphone in the country, and chosen the R n B artist, to represent it.

“Personally I have used this phone and I love it, it’s affordable and on top of the free data, it comes with free 200 SMS, 30 Minutes Airtel to Airtel and 200MBs and UGX 500 worth of airtime on purchase,” King Saha reportedly said.

OTHER FACTS ABOUT THE PHONE

The phone costs UGX 200,000 and comes with free data of 15GB valid for 90 days. It also operates on android 8.1 Operating System

Airtel Uganda Refunds Taxes Deducted on Mobile Money Deposits

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Deborah

Telecom Company, Airtel Uganda, has started refunding the 1% tax that was deducted from the Mobile money customers. This comes after a directive from the president.

Early this month, the OTT tax was introduced into the country, levied on different Social Media sites, and Mobile money. This received numerous criticism and strikes from different people, and the president of Uganda, Yoweri Museveni made a statement on July 13^th, ordering that all Ugandans who paid the 1% per cent mobile money tax should be refunded, as this was passed by parliament, and signed by him in error. In addition to this, the tax was ordered to be reduced to 0.5% and charged only on withdrawals made.

Some of the wonderful offers from Airtel Uganda

Airtel has stood up to be the first to return this money to people. Their Public relations officer, Sumin Namaganda confirmed that the process started on Saturday, July 28. It is indeed true that many Airtel customers have been receiving messages confirming this refund. However, majority still say that they got the message, but no money was added to their accounts. This needs to be looked into.

Airtel Partners With IIRR To buy 100 Goats For Girls in Karamoja

Posted on March 22, 2018 by Deborah

Airtel Uganda, is not only about our telecommunications benefits, but also our social and economic. The company, which is one of the biggest in Uganda, has partnered with the International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR) to support Girl child education. This initiative is a form of fundraising through a campaign called; “GoatforGirls” and will support the Karamoja region of Uganda to keep their girls getting education.

AIRTEL OFFERS FUNDS FOR GOATS

This campaign by IIRR, aims at reducing girlchild education in the country, through empowerment of women. It has supported over 2000 girls since. Airtel has handed over about 11,000,000 Uganda shillings for the purchase of 100 goats for girls in the districts of Napak and Moroto.

Building a brighter future for girls in education

Girl child education is not a priority in many local communities across Uganda. At Airtel Uganda, we believe that it is critical for the empowerment of women and are therefore committed to ensuring that girls in the most disadvantaged communities get equal opportunities to access quality education and realize their potential.- Mr. VG Somasekhar, Our Managing Director

Airtel Uganda offers 10 Billion in The Name Of Uganda Cranes

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Deborah

Great news coming in for the Uganda Cranes, as one of the leading Telecommunications companies, Airtel Uganda has renewed it’s sponsorship for the next four years.

From our sources, we learnt that this was a renewal of the previous four year. 4 billion Uganda Shillings sponsorship that started on 23rd October 2013. Thos year, Airtel has given more than double. It offered a whooping 10 Billion Uganda shillings.

This news was passed on at Serena Hotel on Monday, in the presence of FUFA, Airtel and Uganda cranes representatives.

The managing director, Airtel Uganda, VG Somasekhar had something to say;

These are 4 more years to write a new history in Uganda’s football circles. The Shs 10 Billion contribution is to make a meaningful investment in football development.

The recognition of individuals at international level is success for the entire country. Life in Uganda can be summarized in three words.

Eat, Sleep and play football. To the players, play for the name on the front of the shirt and remember the name at the back. Airtel Uganda is committed to serve football for the next 4 years, like we have done for the previous 4 years.

Football has the power to unite the different cultures and social back grounds as well as develop communities’

Dennis Onnyanga, the Uganda Cranes captain was also present to say the right words of thank you.

“Right from the Airtel Rising Stars (ARS) and regional tours, they have done a great deal. People are excited to see the local stars of national team through the regional tours.

Football brings hope to everyone. Airtel Uganda has done a lot for football in Uganda. Airtel Uganda has taken the team to the next level and steered us to the right direction”

Congratulations to you Uganda Cranes and good luck on the new partnership.