KAMPALA, Uganda — Airtel Uganda has expanded its network with the commissioning of numerous new sites across northern, eastern and western Uganda during May. The expansion aims to improve connectivity in underserved regions and reinforce the company’s commitment to digital inclusion.

The rollout has significantly boosted network coverage. In Northern Uganda, Lira District gained 15 new sites, including Puranga, Aromo, Opwakere, ATC_Awiodyek, Lango College and Okec Oyere.

Eastern Uganda saw new sites launched in Soroti (Kapujar, Agonga, Ocokican), Pallisa (ATC_Oludat) and Mbale (Wanale).

In Western Uganda, connectivity improved with three new sites in Fort Portal (Kijura, Sebitoli, Mugura), two in Kyenjojo (Katooke, Kihoni), two in Kasese (Kyanjuki, Mabuku) and three in Hoima (Katashia, Hoima, Kasese, Nyarugabu).

David Birungi, Airtel Uganda’s Public Relations Manager, emphasized the initiative’s impact. “The local economy in these areas is growing, and we act on the feedback of our customers in ensuring that our services exceed their expectations. Airtel Uganda always invests ahead of need,” Birungi said. “These new sites, which build on this national footprint, are not just about extending coverage; they are about connecting communities, enabling access to vital services, and fostering economic growth in previously underserved areas.”

The new sites are expected to benefit thousands of residents by supporting essential services in education, health, agriculture and trade. This expansion complements Airtel Uganda’s recent contribution of 37.9 billion Ugandan shillings to the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) for extending digital access to remote areas. The initiative aligns with Airtel Uganda’s national broadband strategy to deliver reliable 4G service across all of Uganda’s districts.

“We are incredibly proud to see our vision of widespread digital inclusion become a reality through these ongoing expansions,” Birungi added. “Every new site represents a step closer to bridging the digital divide and ensuring that we give every Ugandan a reason to imagine and benefit from the vast possibilities that reliable connectivity offers.”