Wakanet Fiber and Business Internet Fiber packages have been increased by up to 6 times with the entry package bumped up from 10Mbps to 60Mbps at the same competitive price of UGX130,000 monthly. Customers with heavier needs can opt for 100Mbps, 200Mbps, and a top-tier package offering 500Mbps. In addition, all fiber packages offer unlimited data, with no usage caps.

MTN Uganda General Manager for Growth and New Business, Mr. Franklin Ocharo emphasized the telco’s commitment to customer satisfaction saying, “At MTN Uganda, we believe that everyone deserves access to reliable and high-speed internet, whether they are relaxing or working from home.” Adding, “Our new WakaNet pricing and service enhancements reflect our dedication to providing affordable, top-quality broadband solutions that meet the needs of our customers across the country. This is all part of our broader mission under Ambition 2025, to connect every Ugandan to the benefits of a modern, connected life.”

These updates align with MTN’s Ambition 2025, to provide access to high-quality digital services to everyone regardless of their location or usage requirements. Through WakaNet, MTN continues to improve the home internet experience across Uganda, offering reliable, high-speed internet tailored to meet the diverse needs of its customers.

MTN has also made reliable high-speed internet access for customers outside fiber coverage available by making the 5G router available for FREE upon purchase of a 5G package starting at UGX130,000 monthly, which now comes packaged with battery backup to enable customers to remain connected in case of a power outage.

To make high-speed internet more affordable and accessible to all Ugandans, 4G routers are now available for purchase at UGX99,000, with affordable data packages starting at UGX55,000 monthly. In addition, customers can access the WakaNet MiFi at UGX50,000 and receive 5GB free on sign-up. MTN has also introduced Gaga bundles for MiFi devices, catering to the growing demand for flexible and affordable data options.

With the superior internet connectivity solutions offered by Wakanet, customers can enhance the security of their homes with security cameras availed by MTN. The security cameras, available for both indoor and outdoor use, provide a comprehensive security solution that integrates seamlessly with WakaNet, allowing customers to monitor their homes remotely in real time.

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The latest offers bring great value to customers with the WakaNet Router offer, priced at UGX130,000, includes a free router, and provides users high-speed internet at 10Mbps for 30 days. Similarly, the WakaNet Fiber offer is available at UGX130,000 and ensures reliable connectivity with internet speeds of 10Mbps for 30 days.

For those with heavier internet usage demands, MTN introduces the new Prestige Fiber package, offering lightning-fast speeds of 60Mbps on WakaNet Fiber for 30 days at UGX395,000. This premium offering caters to the needs of businesses, remote workers, and entertainment enthusiasts, enabling them to stay connected and productive without compromise.

Somdev Sen, the Chief Marketing Officer at MTN Uganda, expressed his excitement about the refreshed WakaNet offerings. He said, “They (MTN) believe everyone deserves access to reliable and high-speed internet, regardless of their location or usage requirements.” Adding “Our latest WakaNet packages reaffirm our commitment to bridging the digital divide and enabling progress in key sectors such as business, medicine, agriculture, and education.”

In addition to the new internet offers, MTN will deploy impact marketing teams in selected areas to assist individuals in connecting to the Unstoppable Network through WakaNet.

ALSO READ: UCC ED: AIRTEL’S UGX34.8BN WILL BE USED TO BRIDGE THE DIGITAL DIVIDE ACROSS UGANDA

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While unveiling the MTN WakaNet Pocket MiFi, MTN Uganda CMO, Mr. Somdev Sen said the pocket MiFi will allow its users to enjoy the telco’s best-in-class internet wherever they are, be it school, home, and even on the go.

“This offer comes at a time when more people are working and studying remotely — making the MTN WakaNet Pocket MiFi a great connectivity accessory since it can be easily carried around due to its size,” explains Somdev — before adding that as a brand that is keen on leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress, MTN is committed to championing internet accessibility for all through such innovations that offer affordability and functionality to its customers.

The WakaNet Pocket MiFi is the latest addition to the telco’s WakaNet products, which offers affordable, fast and reliable customized connectivity. MTN WakaNet currently has three offers including; WakaNet Pro (high-speed fiber to the home and business Internet), WakaNet Max (WiFi router), and now, the portable pocket MiFi.

While the pocket MiFi comes at an affordable price, the telco emphasized that recharging its bundles starts from UGX10,000 which gets you 3GB. In addition, the MiFi can be recharged with Freedom Bundles, these are bundles the telco introduced that don’t expire —a factor that is set to encourage more internet usage, based on the affordability and agile functionality of the MiFi and its bundles.

To top-up data, customers can simply go to the MyMTN app or dial *165*64# to purchase affordable data that does not expire.

MTN WakaNet Pocket MiFi device guarantees to offer functionality, convenience, and affordability —all in one. The device is available at all MTN Service Centers across the country and at Banana Phone World Outlet.

ALSO READ: HOW TO LOAD THE MTN FREEDOM BUNDLES USING THE MYMTN APP

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This year, MTN set a downward trajectory for data pricing by repackaging its data bundles to offer customers up to 100% more data on the most popular daily bundles at the same old prices.

MTN Uganda CMO Mr. Sen Somdev explained that the MTN data bundles were repackaged to offer more value to the customers at the same old prices, starting from as low as UGX250

Based on the new changes, at UGX250, MTN data customers now get 30MBs, instead of 15MBs and for UGX 500/-, they get 80MBs instead of 40MBs, signaling a 100% increment in the data volume. For UGX1000, subscribers get 180MB instead of 100MBs, which is 80% more. For UGX2000 the customers get 400MBs instead of 300MBs, which is 50% more than before, at the same old pricing. These prices are permanent. These bundles can be purchased via the MyMTN app or by dialing *150*10#.

With data evolving as the most precious commodity of the 21st century, its availability bucked by its affordability is key for driving digital inclusion in Uganda where internet penetration stands at 26.2%, (Digital 2021 Report: Uganda) signaling the future runway for growth available in the country.

Over the years, MTN Uganda has continuously taken bold strides aimed at steering digital inclusion by not only investing in its network but also making it more affordable for the masses.

“While commodity prices in other industries are increasing, we are swimming upstream to ensure that we democratize our mobile data services,” says Somdev.

“It is twice as much data as I used to get for the same price. I can now stay online longer and market my business even more,” says Josephine Ninsiima, a fresh food trader who has harnessed digital marketing for her business.

Like Ninsiima, more mobile data customers are taking advantage of the repackaged MTN daily data bundles to do more online, ranging from education, work, and e-commerce among many other things that come with the availability of affordable data.

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In a press conference held at the MTN Uganda head offices, Mr. Wim Vanhelleputte, the MTN Uganda CEO noted that the move is a continuous effort by MTN to deliver value for customers at the most affordable pricing and continue driving our customers’ progress through connectivity. “We have revised our daily data offers permanently to give more value to our customers, because it’s our belief that everyone deserves the benefits of a modern connected life,” he said.

These new offers focus on the smaller, most frequently used data bundles by our customers. The repackaged daily data bundles have more MBs but maintain the existing price, giving customers more data for the same old price. For instance, at UGX500, customers will get 65MB instead of 40MB while at UGX1000, they will get 165MB instead of 100MBs (see the table below for the new bundles).

To complement the customer benefit, MTN has invested significantly in optimizing and rolling out new 4G data network sites across the country to enhance positive customer experiences. A recent report from a survey carried out by a global telecom monitoring and testing firm, Rohde & Schwarz, in the last quarter of 2021 ranked MTN’s data as the best in the country in terms of quality of user experience as well as speed, reliability, and coverage.

Mr. Vanhelleputte told journalists, “MTN committed to doing all it takes in terms of providing affordable data, on the best data network. And speaking in the context of the times we’re in, we hope these bundles with bigger MBs will support our customers recover from the effects of the lockdown, whether in business, education, or otherwise.”

To buy the bundles customers can use the MyMTN app or *150*10# and follow the prompts. The new bundles went into effect this morning.

Below are the new daily data bundle offers:

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The newly launched and revised voice minutes and data bundles are available in three (3) variants; 3-day, 14-day, and 30-day. The MTN Super bundles come with more voice minutes and more data bundles than before for the same price, hence allowing customers to do more with the MTN Super Bundles at no extra cost.

Prospective clients can now enjoy the best deals on the most reliable and affordable voice and data by subscribing to the MTN Super Bundles through dialing *160*60# to get started.

While commenting on the improved Super Bundles’ offer, Mr. Somdev Sen, the MTN Uganda Chief Marketing Officer said, “Our target clients are in the prime years of their lives. They are shaping their dreams, building businesses, looking for prospective clients, upgrading their education, making meaningful social capital among other things. To do that, they need stable, reliable, and affordable voice and data which the MTN super bundles deliver.”

Somdev also noted that the MTN Super Bundles can work for anyone juggling the hustle, browsing the web, and connecting with family & friends. He encouraged individuals with businesses, whether corporate, trading, and school to try out the MTN Super Bundles that have been tailor-made for them.

The table below illustrates the new MTN Super Bundles Packages:

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Under this partnership, MTN Pulse customers who pay for their meals at KFC using MTN mobile money automatically receive a 100MBs free Pulse data bundle that they can use to socialize, web browse, among others.

In a launch activation held at the Kampala Boulevard KFC outlet, Hellen Kirungi the MTN Youth Segment Manager said that the partnership between MTN and KFC is one of the ways through which MTN is supporting the youth on the biggest telecom network.

“The youth are always looking for the best deals around. As MTN, we’re cautiously forming meaningful partnerships with brands that are popular among the youth to ensure that they get the best value for their money by offering them such amazing deals. Starting today, all MTN pulsers who pay for their meals at KFC through MoMoPay will automatically get a 100MB free Pulse data bundle,” explained Kirungi.

To pay with mobile money, dial *165*3#, ask for the KFC merchant code from the teller, enter it and choose to pay with Mobile Money, enter the amount and complete the payment with your PIN. Once it is done, you instantly get your free 100MB data bundle.

ALSO READ: HOW TO USE MOMOPAY TO PAY YOUR MERCHANT

Kirungi further added that the partnership is but one of the many deals that MTN has bagged for its pulse community. Apart from getting MTN products and services at a subsidized rate, the youth on MTN Pulse community automatically qualify for discounts with various product and service providers such as Jumia, Rocket health, Twambale apparel, Kori House of Couture, Great Burgers and Cake Nation among others. The offers are accessible via the MTN Pulse web https://pulse.mtn.co.ug/offers or via the MTN Pulse App which is applicable to both android and iOS.

ALSO READ: GETTING STARTED WITH THE MTN UGANDA’S COMMUNITY PLATFORM, THE MTN PULSE APP

MTN is keen on empowering the youth to take control of their lives through extending to them specially tailored offers that support them to afford their desired lifestyles and live life with no fear. It is against this background that MTN created the Youth Segment – MTN Pulse which offers more than communication solutions to the youth on MTN.

MTN further provides the youths with entrepreneurial opportunities as well as personal development opportunities through training programs and career opportunities that the youth need in order to get ahead of life.

According to Kirungi, it is easy for youth to become MTN Pulsers through the web or the app. She urged all to join so they can enjoy all the deals MTN Pulse has to offer such as the new partnership with KFC that rewards pulsers with instant bundles when they pay for their meals using MTN mobile money.

This offer comes just a few months after the telco launched the first-ever customized self-service combo dubbed ‘Cr8YoBundle’ that allows MTN Pulse customers to create their own bundles according to their budget and communication needs.

ALSO READ: HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN BUNDLES ON MTN

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Dubbed “Cr8YoBundle”, this allows MTN Pulse customers to choose how much of each product/bundle they want out of a lump sum of money that they are willing to spend on their communication packages.

Cr8YoBundle boasts six bundles including; Data, SWIFT, Work from Home, SMS, Voice, and Learn from Home bundles.

According to Hellen Kirungi, the MTN Uganda Youth Segment Manager, this innovation is meant to empower the youth to be in control and to give them the right communication tools to help them realize their potential.

MTN Uganda understands that today’s young people are aware of what they want, therefore the telecom is giving them the Cr8YoBundle service offer allowing them to choose only what they want to use, in the quantities they want, and only spend their money on that.

Faiza Salima, an ardent consumer of the MTN Pulse Cr8YoBundle service says that it has given her great value for money as she can be able to get all the different kinds of bundles that she requires, in her preferred quantities at a single fee.

.@mtnug today allows you to be in control of your communication needs with the MTN Pulse Cr8YoBundle offer. This is what @Faizafabz had to say about the new innovation from MTN.#PCTechUpdates | #Cr8YoBundle pic.twitter.com/rFiJtg5QlI

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Although the Cr8YoBundle has six listed products, the youth are at liberty to choose to buy all the bundles or only what they desire simply stating how much data they need for each, and a total for the selected bundles will be generated, thus giving them more control of their communication choices.

All these bought are created using the MTN Pulse app and when created they are valid for 24 hours from the time of activation.

ALSO READ: HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN CUSTOMIZED BUNDLES ON MTN USING THE MTN PULSE APPLICATION

MTN is keen on hooking up the youth with offers that help them to take control of their lives and fully realize their potential with no fear. It is the reason why MTN has a team dedicated to supporting young people with digital innovations that support their ambitions and lifestyles.

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Unlike other services like MTN Mokash where you incur an interest, with borrowing data or airtime, you don’t. You on the other hand don’t get payment deadlines, and so you can pay back at any time by crediting your account. However, to be eligible to borrow, you have to meet the telco’s minimum standards that are often maxed at having an active account for the past 3 months.

Here is how you can borrow airtime and data on MTN

Borrow Airtime

• Dial *146#
• Choose your preferred Airtime amount to borrow
• Once you select a preferred amount, your account will be credited with the requested airtime figure.
• DONE: To check for your airtime balance dial *131#

Borrow Data

• Dial *146#
• From the list of options, select option 5 (Borrow Data Bundle)
• Then, From the list of Data offers, choose your preferred data bundle
• Once selected, your account will be topped up with the data offer
• DONE: To check your remaining data balance, dial *131# or *150*1*4*1#

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The right to Internet access is the view that all people must be able to access the internet in order to exercise and enjoy their rights to freedom of expression & opinion, and other fundamental human rights. It is therefore made available and affordable to all persons without discrimination. To access it, you need a plan which is offered by your internet service provider (ISP) such as; MTN, Airtel, Africell, Roko Telkom, Smart, Tangerine here in Uganda.

In this article, we are looking and briefly explaining some of data plans that MTN Uganda provides to its customers. We are excluding; the daily, weekly, monthly, and the unlimited bundles.

Work From Home
These bundles were introduced in March this year because of the covid-19 outbreak. The bundles were introduced to encourage people to work from home other than at their offices where there’s almost no social distancing. The bundles were part of MTN’s plan to play a role in fighting the virus.

The work from home bundle is a 1GB data package costing UGX2,000 which is valid from 9AM to 5PM. According to Mr. Wim Vanhelleputte, MTN Uganda CEO, the time interval choosen is the normal working hours and thought it is best that way.

To activate this bundle, you can use the MyMTN app, MTNMoMo app or dial *150*19#.

myPakaPaka
These bundles were introduced in 2016 and they not only come as internet bundles but in voice bundles as well. There are 24 hour bundles and come in three packages. What to note is that myPakaPaka bundles are different for each individual, this is is because MTN is using each customer’s internet usage behavior and average spend to create bundles, completely unique to each customer.

To activate this bundle, you can use the MyMTN app, MTNMoMo app or dial *160*1*2#.

Gaga Wednesday
These bundles were introduced in 2017, and is only available on Wednesday. At time of introduction till 2019, the bundles were only valid for 24 hours but later in 2020 MTN revised them to run for three days.

MTN through this plan offers its customers more volume in data for less. For instance, you find 5GB priced at UGX3,500 and in normal pricing, the 5GB is priced at UGX20,000 for the weekly package.

To activate this bundle, you ought to have the MyMTN app installed on your phone.

Tooti
This 60 minute running bundle was introduced in 2016. At time of launch till 2018, it came in 50MB for UGX300 valid for 30 minutes, 100MB for UGX500 shillings valid for 60 minutes and 1GB at UGX4,500 valid for 60 minutes. But now the bundle only comes at 60MBs for UGX500 valid for 60 minutes.

To activate this bundle, you can use the MyMTN app, MTNMoMo app or dial *150*14# .

Gaga Time
The bundle was introduced this year around March in this time of the covid-19 crisis. The bundle could be birthed from the mid-week bundle Gaga Wednesday. Unlike Gaga Wednesday bundle that run for three days, Gaga Time bundles a valid from 12AM to 10AM coming in for 2GB at UGX2,000 and 5GB at UGX4,000.

To activate this bundle, you can use the MyMTN app, MTNMoMo app or dial *150*1*1*5#.

WakaNet
Like the Work from Home bundles, the MTN Wakanet is also a home internet service introduced in this covid-19 crisis to aid people to work from home.

The starter kit costs UGX245,000 comes with a 4G router bundled with 35GB data that won’t expire till it depletes. However, there are other data alternatives; 75GB for UGX150,000 and 175GB for UGX300,000. The 35GB on the other hand costs UGX75,000.

To activate this bundle, you can use the MyMTN app, MTNMoMo app or dial *177*2#.

Freedom Bundles
These bundles were introduced in 2019, and they never expire unless when depleted. They come in 6MBs for UGX100, 80MBs for UGX1,000 and 1GB for UGX10,000.

To activate this bundle, you can use the MyMTN app, MTNMoMo app or dial *150*7#.

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