Airtel Uganda has partnered with ZTE Corporation to ensure that Ugandans tap into and enjoy the benefits of the growing digital era to advance the quality of their lives. The partnership is an indicator of Airtel’s commitment to offering the market a seamless internet experience coupled with innovation and customer satisfaction.
According to the 2024 Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Market Report for June, Uganda’s internet use is increasing as 16.7 million users own smartphones. With this statistic, it is evident that more Ugandans will continue to actively seek access to smartphones and are interested in using the Internet for business and personal use.
Ali Balunywa, Director of Sales and Distribution, Airtel Uganda in his remarks said their continuous collaboration with industry players such as ZTE Corporation ensures that their customers enjoy products and services they can leverage to develop themselves. He further told the press that a smartphone and good internet connection in this era can offer endless opportunities such as starting an online business, studying online, researching, socializing, and entertainment, to mention but a few.
Balunywa added, “The youth today are heavy users of the internet, therefore, offering avenues for affordable smartphones such as this partnership with ZTE Corporation opens access for those with limited funds to opportunities that they can use to generate sustainable income.”
For this partnership, Airtel and ZTE launched the ZTE Nubia smartphone in Uganda —and it comes with 15GB of free Airtel data valid for 3 months and discounted data plans for ZTE Nubia users who pay through Airtel Money. Priced at UGX400,000, the ZTE Nubia features a dual 3.5mm earphone jack, a 500mAh battery that supports fast charging, a rear AI camera backed with 50 MAF, 5 MFF for the front camera, wireless FM Radio, and 4G connectivity for a seamless experience
The ZTE Nubia is available countrywide in all authorized Airtel Uganda service shops and mobile dealers.
Micheal Xue, CEO of ZTE Devices Uganda expressed his excitement for the ZTE Nubia launch in Uganda citing that the brand is present in 20 African countries and will continue to expand its presence across Africa. “We have already launched the ZTE Nubia in 20 African countries including Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Kenya, among others and next year we will put more products into the African market,” said Xue.
Xue said they hope to have more partnerships with other players in Uganda to better serve the citizens. “We have partnered with Airtel Uganda and in the future, we will have more partners we can do business with,” Xue told the press.
The ZTE Nubia Smartphone series seeks to revolutionize the smartphone experience, especially for users who subscribe to the Airtel Uganda network with subsidized data packages and 4G coverage.
