Internet bus to boost ICT literacy in rural Uganda

The bus, worth Ushs. 600 million, is kitted out with 16 high-end computer working stations as well as access to a high speed internet connectivity service using the data infrastructure powered by MTN 3G and 4G LTE Technology with Wi-Fi coverage. The bus will reportedly be a vital tool for MTN Uganda's vision of enhancing ICT Education across the country.

Speaking at the launch, the MTN Uganda Chief Executive Officer Mazen Mroué said the launch of the MTN Internet Bus is in line with MTN Uganda's new Vision of delivering a bold, new digital world which aims to create distinct customer experience, driving sustainable growth and a specific focus on making MTN Customers lives a whole lot brighter.

Mroué said the bus will go a long way in driving the operator's commitment to help build and develop the capacity of Ugandans as well as strengthening the nation's economy through ICT awareness initiatives across all regions of the country.

He added that the MTN Internet Bus would provide ICT training capacity with the provision of basic computer skills and integrated e-Learning.