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.

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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.

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She revealed this today morning during a Facebook Live chat on ‘Work from Home Experience’ with fellow MTN Uganda colleagues; Phillip Walera; Senior Manager Technology Solution, and Stella Yabu; Key Account Manager Larger Enterprise.

The offer is only for MTN Wakanet customers.

MTN Wakanet is a home internet service that was introduced during this covid-19 crisis to aid people to work from home. The starter kit costing 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 any of these bundles, dial *177*2# and follow the prompts or you can use the MyMTN app. Customers buying the starter bundle; 32GB won’t see their bundle expire unless it has depleted.

MTN has another set of data bundles that don’t expire. Dubbed, Freedom Bundles, they come in 6MBs for UGX100, 80MBs for UGX1,000 and 1GB for UGX10,000.

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