Government of Uganda to ensure seamless communication and connectivity for all participants at the main and all auxiliary venues of the summits, including hotels of visiting delegations.

In addition, working with Government of Uganda agencies such as NITA U, MTN Uganda has enhanced its technological infrastructure at all venues to ensure full time connectivity at both the primary Summit venue and the Media Centre at Hotel Africana.

Working in collaboration with the Uganda Communications Commission, and Ministry of ICT, MTN has provided 500 “Tourist” SIM cards with free voice (120 minutes) and a superfast data (5G) combo to ensure that delegates enjoy Uganda’s widest voice and data service, supported by a second to none customer experience. The Tourist SIM was pioneered by MTN during the 2nd Uganda – South Africa Trade and Investment Summit held in September 2023.

MTN is also setting up customer service points at both the venue for the summits and hotels hosting the delegates; to support their telecommunication needs.

MTN will in addition, exhibit at the East African Business Forum, a side event of the NAM summit, hosting business leaders and related government agencies.

Welcoming delegates to Uganda, Chief Executive Officer Sylvia Mulinge states, “Uganda is not just a location for MTN; it is our home. And, in turn, MTN is a home for Uganda. We warmly welcome all delegates to the Pearl of Africa, and invite you to experience the warmth, beauty, and potential that our beloved nation embodies. MTN Uganda is honored to be recognized and designated as the official telecommunications provider of the NAM/ G77 Summits; and we are committed to ensuring their success”.

She went on to affirm that, “this collaboration is the evidence of our dedication to playing a crucial role in fostering unity, the economic growth of our country, and overall well-being of its people”.

“As the telecommunications partner for the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77 + China Third South Summits, MTN Uganda is proud to contribute to fostering global dialogue, collaboration, and progress, and is honored to be at the forefront of providing connectivity that is a key driver in realizing the aspirations of our country Uganda.”

Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of ICT and National Guidance, expressed gratitude for MTN’s exceptional dedication, stating, “We thank MTN for continuously investing in the progress of our country both in the sector and through other collaborative initiatives with the government.”

MTN is working closely with and continues to support various partners and government agencies including the Ministry of ICT and National guidance, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Uganda Tourism Board, Uganda National Roads Authority, Kampala Capital City Authority, Uganda Civil Aviation Authority, the Office of the Organizing Committee, and thanks them for their partnership on this project.