The Uganda communication commission last week entered their new office block at plot 42 spring road in Bugolobi.
The Shs 7.5 billion structure by China Nianjing Construction Company boasts modern amenities like daycare centre, a sauna and a steam bath for staff.
Patrick Masambu the UCC chief executive said the telecoms sector regulator has constructed the five storied structure in record time starting in May 2008.
UCC also owns the 12 storied Communications House in the city central business district.
Since its inception 12 years ago, UCC has seen the sector register seven mobile telephony, contribute 3.4% to the national GDP last year, and attracted US$ 320 million in Foreign Direct Investments in spite of the global financial meltdown.
ICT minister Aggrey Awori said the ministry, in spite of being the youngest ministry in government, has made huge strides in development while Prime Minister Apolo Nsibambi, who was the chief guest at the opening ceremony, praised UCC's efficiency.
MTN turns to data
MTN Uganda is refocusing on the data market as average voice-spend per user declines.
MTN Uganda CEO Themba Khumalo told ITWeb: "Data is the future; it is a key competitive advantage that will enable us to jerk up depressed ARPU (Average Revenue Per user) and generate more revenue. The plethora of undersea cables will ensure the continent will for the first time enjoy more bandwidth with faster connectivity." Khumalo says the company is now looking at tailoring its offerings to give data much-needed momentum. Khumalo said the company is expecting good growth in Q4 and has been working with rival operators to roll-out infrastructure across the African country. MTN has said it is eager to double revenue from its data business by 2010 and has ploughed almost US$300 million into Uganda over the past two years.
Nile Breweries launches Redd's for ladies
Nile Breweries has re-launched its Redd's Original now produced locally at it Jinja plant.
The product has 2000 been imported from Tanzania and South Africa which has led to stock outs and consumer frustration. "It has finally become possible for brands like Redd's to be produced here, said Ellis Muhimbise, the brand manager of Redd's at its launch at the Kabira Country Club in Kampala. Nile Breweries sunk in US$29 million (approx. Shs 60 billion), in the new production facility. The alcoholic drink, which comes in 330ml green bottles, is a favourite among women. The producer says that Redd's premium pricing, feminine and up market image, stylish packaging and lower alcohol allows women to socialize while retaining their grace and successful image. "Today, women are discovering personal and financial freedom through their higher education and higher incomes. While independent, they remain proud of their femininity and are confidently expressing it both through their social interactions and choice of brands," the producer says.
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