Court sentences Saava to a Shs 4 million fine
Chief Magistrate Gladys Kamasanyu of the Standards, Utilities and Wildlife Court at Makindye has sentenced a former employee of NTV Uganda Dean Saava Lubowa after he pleaded guilty to multiple communications-related offences. Saava, proprietor of the online platform TV10 – Gano Mazima, was arrested and charged in October 2025 with unlawful
Gen. Muhoozi Reserves the Right to Clear Elon Musk’s Starlink Technology Devices
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has blocked the importation of Starlink technology gadgets following guidance from the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC). “This communication serves to officially notify staff about the immediate restriction on the importation and customs clearance of Starlink technology gadgets, communication equipment, and associated components,” URA said in
Airtel Contributes Shs 37.9 billion to UCC’s Universal Service Fund
Airtel Uganda has contributed Shs 37.9 billion to the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF), reaffirming its commitment to expanding digital connectivity across the country. This marks an 11.4% increase from last year’s contribution and represents 2% of Airtel Uganda’s gross annual revenue for the financial year ending
Elon Musk’s Starlink Launches 12-Month Residential Plan Ahead of Uganda Entry
Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture under SpaceX, has introduced a new 12-month residential subscription plan offering customers free hardware—namely the satellite dish and Wi-Fi router, which typically cost $349—at no upfront charge. The offer, available in select markets, requires customers to commit to a full-year subscription. The move is
Airtel Introduces AI-Powered Spam Alert Service to Combat Digital Fraud
In a bid to fight fraud, Airtel Uganda has lunched AI-powered Spam Alert Service to offer network-level protection against fraudulent messages. The innovative service is automatically available to all Airtel customers at no additional cost, requiring no app downloads or opt-in processes. According to recent studies by the Uganda Communications
