Airtel Uganda has commissioned its 10th new 4G mast site in the Kalangala Islands, marking a significant milestone in the company’s nationwide network expansion program.
The new installations are designed to improve voice and data connectivity, enhance service reliability, and meet the growing digital needs of communities across Bugala Island and the wider district.
The newly commissioned site will serve the villages of Buyindi, Bumanji, Kizira, Lunsi, Kasenyi, Kyagwima, Njoga, Buyiri, and the surrounding areas.
This development forms part of Airtel’s ongoing national campaign to close network gaps across Uganda, under which more than 180 new sites have already been constructed since the beginning of the year.
Presiding over the commissioning event, the Deputy Resident District Commissioner of Kalangala, Henry Ssebunya, commended Airtel Uganda for its continued investment in the district.
“We thank Airtel Uganda for thinking about the people of Bugala Island and Kalangala. We have long struggled with network challenges in these areas, and this upgrade will greatly support our community in business, communication, and innovation,” Ssebunya said.
Airtel Uganda’s 4G coverage in the region already includes the islands of Bukasa, Bubeke, Kitobo, and Bugala.
Speaking at the event, Musa Gava, Airtel Uganda’s Business Territory Manager for Kalangala, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to improving service quality and expanding digital access across Uganda.
“We are excited to commission the 10th site here in Kalangala. Our customers can now enjoy a much better experience on our network. We listened to the concerns about poor connectivity, and this upgrade is our response,” Gava said.
He further noted that the new infrastructure will support socio-economic transformation in the district.
“These network upgrades will not only improve connectivity but also give a boost to local businesses. With better access to calls, SMS, data, financial services, and the internet, Kalangala’s community can look forward to real growth and new opportunities.”
Recent financial results from Airtel Uganda indicate that the company now serves 17.9 million subscribers, including 7.5 million data users. This strong growth reflects the increasing demand for reliable digital services and underscores the importance of continued investment in network upgrades.
Gava concluded that Airtel Uganda remains committed to enhancing service quality nationwide.
“Our continued investment in network infrastructure will ensure improved quality of service and value for money. These upgrades will support economic activity, enhance access to essential services such as healthcare and education, and strengthen social and digital inclusion across Uganda.”
