Museveni praises Lyca Mobile as company hits 1 million subscribers

The President while welcoming a delegation of investors from Lyca Mobile at State House Entebbe, commended the company for its achievements so far.

Museveni was informed during the meeting that in a fear years of its operations, the company has already hit one million subscribers.

"Their dedication to elevating Uganda's telecom industry is commendable . Enhanced connectivity and digital access nationwide will definitely advance the NRM’s wealth creation agenda," said the president.

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The delegation

Led by the Chairman of the company, Mr. Subaskaran Allirajah, the delegation included the Minister of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, and the Executive Director of Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), Mr. George William Nyombi Thembo.

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Mrs. Julianne Mweheire, Director of Industry Affairs and Content Development at UCC, stated that the purpose of the delegation’s visit to State House Entebbe was to express their gratitude to President Museveni for the support provided to the company in launching its services in Uganda. 

Lyca Mobile commenced operations in Uganda in 2020.

Mr. Subaskaran assured the President that they offer cheap services which are affordable to all Ugandans.

The meeting was also attended by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Okello Oryem who joined in the discussions.