New internet service provider CanalBox launches in Uganda
TLDR
- CanalBox, a new broadband provider, launches in Uganda with a $13.5 million investment from Group Vivendi Africa (GVA).
- Aiming to connect 500,000 homes in Kampala and Wakiso within 3-4 years, significantly boosting Internet access in Uganda.
- CanalBox offers two affordable plans - "Start" at $29.79 per month and "Premium" at $54.17 per month, five times cheaper than market rates.
CanalBox, a new broadband Internet service provider, has officially launched in Uganda following an investment of more than Shs50 billion ($13.5 million) over the past 11 months.
Developed by Group Vivendi Africa (GVA), a subsidiary of Vivendi focused on delivering Internet across the continent, the project aims to connect 500,000 homes in Kampala and Wakiso to its services within three to four years, significantly enhancing Internet penetration in Uganda.
CanalBox’s fiber optic Internet employs light pulses for data transmission, resulting in faster and more reliable coverage. The new broadband service offers two plans: the “Start” plan, priced at UGX 110,000 ($29.79) per month, and the “Premium” plan, at UGX 200,000 ($54.17) per month. These rates are five times cheaper than the current market rates.
Key Takeaways
Internet access in Uganda has grown rapidly in recent years, with the country now boasting one of the highest internet penetration rates in East Africa. According to Datareportal, as of 2022, approximately 29.1% of the population had internet access. The Ugandan government has made concerted efforts to expand internet access and improve the quality of internet services in the country. The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) regulates the telecom sector and has actively worked to encourage investment in infrastructure and promote competition among service providers. These initiatives aim to enhance connectivity and drive further growth in internet usage across Uganda.
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