The Evolving Telecom Landscape in Uganda: Infrastructure, Innovation, and Market Dynamics
Uganda’s telecom sector is on the cusp of major transformation in 2025, with mobile data revenues projected to reach $331.1 million and total communication services revenue hitting $649.3 million. The market is fueled by rapid mobile adoption-over 38 million cellular connections and a young, tech-savvy population-while innovations like 5G, AI, IoT, and mobile financial services are reshaping digital access and economic opportunity. Heightened competition, regulatory reforms, and the entry of new players are driving robust growth, making Uganda one of the region’s most dynamic telecom markets.
