MTN Uganda’s Landmark Year: A Testament to Growth and Innovation

March 18, 2025

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2024 marked a transformative year for MTN Uganda, characterized by exceptional growth across all business segments despite navigating a dynamic operating environment. The telecommunications giant attributed this success to strategic investments in network infrastructure, enhancing customer experience, and ensuring that all Ugandans benefit from a modern, connected life.

Sylvia Mulinge, CEO of MTN Uganda, expressed her appreciation for the collective efforts that fueled this remarkable achievement: “For this success, I extend my sincere gratitude to my colleagues at MTN, our regulators, business partners, and our valued customers for their unwavering support throughout the year. Together, we are unstoppable.”

Performance Highlights

MTN Uganda recorded significant financial and operational gains in 2024:

MetricFY 2024YoY Growth
Service RevenueUsh 3.1 trillion+19.5%
EBITDAUsh 1.7 trillion+20.7%
Profit After TaxUsh 641.5 billion+30.15%
Capital InvestmentUsh 418.0 billion+18.3%
Overall Mobile Subscribers22.0 million+13.2%

Data Growth and Connectivity Expansion

In an era driven by digital transformation, MTN Uganda made substantial advancements in expanding internet access and data-driven services:

MetricFY 2024YoY Growth
Data RevenueUsh 811.8 billion+30.5%
4G Coverage87.9%+2.8pp
Fiber Network Expansion17,774 km+47.2%
Smartphone Penetration44.9%+5.8pp
Active Data Subscribers10.1 million+22.5%

Revolutionizing Fintech Services

MTN Uganda’s fintech division continued to drive financial inclusion, recording remarkable progress in mobile money and digital payments:

MetricFY 2024YoY Growth
Fintech RevenueUsh 947.5 billion+22.8%
Transaction ValueUsh 158.6 trillion+19.95%
Active Fintech Subscribers13.8 million+13.9%
MoMo Merchants85.9k+19.6%
MoMo Agents212.5k+36.8%

A Future of Connectivity and Inclusion

MTN Uganda’s commitment to innovation and service excellence remains steadfast, with continuous investments aimed at bridging the digital divide and enhancing financial accessibility. As the company forges ahead, its vision of a digitally empowered Uganda remains at the heart of its strategic priorities.

With its unparalleled growth in 2024, MTN Uganda is not just redefining telecommunications but also spearheading digital transformation and economic empowerment across the nation.

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