MTN announces new tarrif for calls across all network

Call any number in Uganda for just 3/- per second

• MTN Uganda slashes calls to all networks by 45 percent

• Customers to reap massive savings from MTN’s all-day, all-network 3/-  per-second flat rate for all local calls

 MTN Uganda has announced a new tariff for their customers to call across all networks in Uganda. With the new rate, MTN customers will enjoy the lowestcall rate acrossall mobile numbers, to all networks across the country. This new rate of Ush. 3/- per second takes effect immediately.

With this change, MTN has taken a bold step of reducing its call rates by 45.45 percentfrom Ushs. 5.5/- to Ushs. 3/-, at per second tariff rates. Existing customers simply have to dial *151*2# to enjoy this new call rate while new customers will enjoy the new rates immediately upon activation of their new SIM cards. The rate has also been reduced from 300/- down to 180/-per minute for Postpaid customers.

Together with MTN’s attractive Voice Bundle offering, Ugandans can now enjoy the most affordable calls to anyone they want to call, as long as they are connected to the MTN network.

According to the Chief Marketing Officer, Ms. Mapula Bodibe, the move is intended to offer customers more value, competitive rates and convenience.

“In a bid to offer even more value for our customers, MTN has taken the unprecedented decision this year to reduce the calling rates for Ugandans, at a time when most prices are escalating upwards,” she said.

“Customers are continually looking for value-adding offers to meet their needs for affordability. MTN understands its customers’ needs and is always looking at opportunities to offer competitively priced products and services to address their communication needs at the most affordable rates.   With this new offer, MTN customers will enjoy the lowestcalling rates, to any local network and only pay for what they have used,” she added.

In addition, MTN will offer 7 minutes of free MTN to MTN calls for a 7 day period, for all new customers that activate a new MTN SIM card. This offer is aimed as a welcome offer for new customers joining MTN.

 Facts about this new tariff(s)

·   3/- per second across all networks.

o   Existing customers, dial *151*2@ to activate the 3/- per second

o   The rate is automatically activated on new SIM cards for new customers

·   New SIM cards now come with;

o   3/- per second default tariff

o   7 minutes of free MTN to MTN calls

o   Free CallerTunez subscription

·   Per Minute and Postpaid rate now at 180/- per minute

 “MTN customers can now enjoy better choice and affordability whilst connecting with friends and family, either with the MTN 3/- per second tariff plan, an affordable, simple, and easy to understand price plan that allows them to call for less, or MTN Zone per second, the perfect price plan for those looking for attractive discounts on their calls," concludes Bodibe

To enjoy the new call rates on MTN, customers can dial *151*2# and select the 3/- per second tariff plan tariff plan. New customers wanting to enjoy the new call rates can simply buy a new Sim card and join MTN.

About MTN Uganda

Launched in 1998, MTN Uganda is the leading communications operator in Uganda, offering Mobile and Fixed telecommunications, Mobile Money Services and Internet Service Provisioning. The coming of MTN demystified Mobile Telecommunications in Uganda, which was, at the time, regarded to be the exclusive right of the rich and elite. As of 30th June 2015, MTN Uganda recorded 11.1 million subscribers across Uganda. Visit us at www.mtn.co.ug and for our football fans www.mtnfootball.com. Customers can also follow us on www.youtube.com/mtnug and www.twitter.com/mtnug for assistance.

Airtel Uganda unveils Cutting-Edge Internet Device

Kampala, Uganda–In a move to continue its dominance as Uganda’s Smartphone Network, Airtel Uganda has unveiled a one of a kind pocket friendly internet connection device named The Airtel Wingle.

The Airtel Wingle is a 3G Wi-Fi/Internet device that can connect up to 10 devices. The device doesn’t necessarily need to be plugged into your laptop for it to work, but rather, needs to be connected to a USB power port anywhere; in a car, a USB adapter or even using a universal USB charger.

Not only can the device connect to all Windows, Android and IOS devices, it also has a two-way connectivity, whereby, if you insert a 3G Sim card in it, you create a portable Wi-Fi hotspot that can connect to other devices for unlimited power.

 How to connect.

1.       Insert an Airtel SIM card into the Airtel Wingle.

2.       Plug it into any power source, this can be a USB port, power adapter 0r car charger to create a Wi-Fi hot spot.

3.      You can connect up to 10 users at ago & enjoy uniform speeds

Speaking to Prasoon Lal, the Airtel Marketing Director, he said; “The Airtel Wingle is a device fit for this Smartphone generation due to its portability, high signal strength and can be used anywhere any time to connect up to 10 users.

We believe that our customers will enjoy using the Airtel Wingle and we shall continue introducing cutting-edge devices and products to enhance the way people communicate in Uganda.”

“At a cost of only 100,000 UGX, the device is affordable and furthermore, it comes with 1GB of free mobile data valid for 1 month. The AirtelWingle is available at all Airtel Uganda shops countrywide.” He added.

About Bharti Airtel

Bharti Airtel Limited is a leading global telecommunications company with operations in 20 countries across Asia and Africa. Headquartered in New Delhi, India, the company ranks amongst the top 3 mobile service providers globally in terms of subscribers. In India, the company's product offerings include 2G, 3G and 4G wireless services, mobile commerce, fixed line services, high speed DSL broadband, IPTV, DTH, enterprise services including national & international long distance services to carriers. In the rest of the geographies, it offers 2G, 3G and 4G wireless services and mobile commerce. Bharti Airtel had over 328 million customers across its operations at the end of May 2015. To know more please visit:www.airtel.com

MTN and DFCU Bank simplify the banking experience for customers

MTN enables Mobile Money ‘Deposit and withdraw’ service for dfcu Bank customers.

MTN Mobile Money customers with accounts in dfcu Bank can now deposit and withdraw money from their Mobile Money wallets directly to their bank accounts conveniently on their phones. This follows the launch of a strategic partnership between the two brandsin which MTN is extending the service to dfcu Bank customers.

With the Bank Deposit and Withdraw service, MTN is looking at further extending affordable financial services on the phone in simple ways that customers can use easily use. The deposit and withdraw service means that customers can save productive time that is otherwise spent in long queues in banks or in traffic jams moving to and from Banks. This services also means that customers do not have to worry about the issue of distance for simple banking transactions, it means that a farmer tending to business in their farms shouldn’t worry about losing time moving to banks to deposit or withdraw money. A car dealer who wants to clear his taxes at the border can access their accounts to complete transactions without the hustle of looking for a banking hall.

In 2009, MTN for the first time in Uganda launched Mobile Money – a service that has since transformed the concept of banking. More and more Ugandans now have access to financial services through the phone. Mobile Money means that customers can access money instantly, pay bills, buy airtime, pay taxes and shop among other things without necessarily moving from the comfort of a home or distracted from the important matters of business. And with dfcu Bank’s spread of customers across Uganda, MTN Mobile Money’s countrywide network of over 160,000 agents means that customers all around Uganda have access to cash that can then either be deposited or withdrawn from the bank.

dfcu Bank is part of a host of 6 other partner banks that MTN has partnered with for customers to access money in their accounts through the phone. The other partner banks include; Bank of Africa, Centenary bank, Posta Uganda, Pride Micro Finance, UgaFode Micro Finance and Stanbic bank.

Speaking as the guest of honor at the launch event, Uganda’s Vice President H.E. Edward Ssekandi commended all partners for their efforts towards extending financial services to the majority of Ugandans. 

“I would like to thank dfcu Bank and its partners for the effort towards extending financial services to all Ugandans. But I would also urge you to keep the charges at the minimum so as to ensure that the service is affordable,” he said.

On his part, the MTN CEO, Brian Gouldie, said; “Our mission this year has been to embed MTN Mobile Money into the fabric of society. MTN prides itself in the ability to identify and meet customers’ needs.”

“dfcu’s MobilePlus is supported by MTN Mobile money and further enhances financial access by reducing the cost of banking while delivering convenience that we believe ultimately leads to increased productivity,” he added

dfcu’s chairman Hon. Elly Karuhanga said; “In line with improving on financial inclusion, dfcu has transcended physical barriers by taking banking closer to the customer through mobile banking. We are pleased to be launching our MobilePlus service today in collaboration with our telecom partners.”

The launch was also attended by Uganda’s Finance Minister, Hon. Matia Kasaija who applauded dfcu and its partners for introducing a banking service that creates linkages between bank accounts and mobile money accounts.

While figures indicate that over 85 percent of mobile payments in the country are through the MTN Mobile Money platform, the continued integration of financial services will ensure further delivery of financial inclusion for all persons across Uganda. This means more productivity for businesses and communities.

MTN Mobile Money subscriptions have grown from 7.3 million in December 2014 to a current total of 8.2 million representing a 12.8%year to date growth. MTN Uganda has a 73% market share which is very much attributed to innovation and consistently addressing gaps in the delivery of financial services.

MTN Mobile Money has also created over 39,000 businesses that employ over 160,000 people as dealers across the country. The partnership with dfcu Bank will undoubtedly deliver more convenience to customers, enabling them to do a lot more.

How the service works:

Step 1.
In order to send and receive money from your bank account, a customer has to be registered on MTN Mobile Money.

Step 2.
The customer should then also register for the service with partner bank branches so that the service is enabled on their account.

Upon registration with the bank the customer will receive a PIN.

Customers can now deposit and withdraw money between their MTN Mobile Money and bank accounts.

To transfer money from your MTN Mobile Money account to your bank account follow the steps below.

•    Dial *165#

•    Select FINANCIAL SERVICES

•    Select Transfer Money to Bank Account

•    Select 5. dfcu Bank

o   Enter Amount (which you wish to transfer to bank account)

o   Enter Mobile Money PIN

o   You will receive a message from MTN and from the bank confirming thetransaction.

To withdraw money from your bank account to your Mobile Money account.

•    Dial *165#

•    Select FINANCIAL SERVICES

•    Select Get Money from Bank Account

•    Select 5. dfcu Bank

·         Insert dfcu Bank Mobile Wallet PIN

•    Insert the Amount

o  You will receive a confirmation message from the Bank and from MTN about the transaction.

About MTN Uganda
Launched in 1998, MTN Uganda is the leading communications operator in Uganda, offering Mobile and Fixed telecommunications, Mobile Money Services and Internet Service Provisioning. As of 31 March 2014, MTN Uganda recorded 9.5 million subscribers across Uganda. Visit us at www.mtn.co.ug and for our football fans www.mtnfootball.com. Customers can also follow us on www.youtube.com/mtnug and www.twitter.com/mtnugandacare for assistance.