We can now safely assume that Whatsapp is the new SMS. The service is so ubiquitous that I can run on feature phones as well as smartphones. That’s why an Italian company, ZeroMobile has figured out a way of offering a worldwide Whatsapp data plan.
WhatSim sells a €10 ($11.60) SIM card that lets you chat on WhatsApp for free in 150 countries including Uganda for a year.
It is estimated that 4.4 billion people are still not connected to the Internet. Of those 90% of them live in developing countries. What WhatSim does it gives you global texting service without data that’s much cheaper than conventional SMS that usually requires roaming.
If you want more multimedia features such as sharing photos, audio recording and videos, then you’ve to pay more. You can find out the full rates here.
About David Okwii
David Okwii is the Editor-in-Chief of Dignited.com and a seasoned tech enthusiast whose journey began in the early 2000s. He started blogging while at university, diving deep into mobile apps, smartphone reviews, and operating systems—from testing Linux distros to tweaking Windows machines. David also explores Chromebooks, experiments with Raspberry Pi projects, and brings hands-on curiosity to every review. With vast experience in Uganda’s tech ecosystem and deep knowledge of Africa’s startup landscape, he offers informed, grounded perspectives on consumer technology. When he's not writing or tinkering, David enjoys connecting with nature and exploring the outdoors.
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