Telecoms

Just recently, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) approved a new uniformed Unstructured Supplementary Service Data, USSD codes, for all mobile networks in the Country. If you are reading this, then you must have tried to use the normal MTN USSD code (*556#) to try to... Read More

Mobile money has revolutionized financial transactions in Uganda, offering a convenient and secure way for individuals to send, receive, and store money using their mobile phones. For businesses, adopting mobile money products like MoMoPay has become crucial to cater to the changing payment preferences of... Read More

If you are an Airtel Kenya subscriber, you might have noticed a new icon on your phone's status bar: VoLTE. This stands for Voice over LTE, a technology that allows you to make and receive high-quality voice calls over the 4G network. But what exactly... Read More

MTN Uganda has announced a 20% growth in profit after tax for the first quarter of this financial year to Shs 120.6bn. The company listed on the Uganda Securities Exchange also recorded a profit before tax of Shs 168.7bn for the three-month period to March,... Read More

Safaricom continues to lead the telecommunications space in Kenya and today, the company is pushing the envelope even further with the launch of its 5G data bundle packages. The move comes after Safaricom's successful testing of the 5G network in Nairobi and a few other... Read More

MTN, Uganda has launched its latest offering, Freedom Voice Bundles as part of its ongoing “Together We Are Unstoppable” campaign. As a brand that prioritizes its customers, MTN understands the importance of giving customers the freedom to connect with their loved ones and business partners... Read More

Airtel Uganda has taken a major step towards enhancing customer experience by simplifying its USSD short code, *100#. The updated menu now integrates all of the company's products and services, including Freaky Friday, Airtel Money, Broadband Internet, Voice, Internet Bundles, and more, into a single... Read More

I don't know about you, but I'm excited about 2023. I think (and hope) it will be the best year yet for Internet users across the African continent. Elon Musk's Starlink launches in Kenya, Nigeria, Malawi, and Tanzania, among other countries. But to look forward, we... Read More

The MTN ACE tech program is a nationwide initiative that aims to equip young people with the digital job skills they need to succeed in today's economy. This program is focused on helping young people develop the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in... Read More