Hefty costs stifle Ugandans’ internet rights
Uganda ranks 103rd out of 237 countries in internet affordability, according to Cable.co.uk, an internet pricing comparison website. Uganda's internet is only cheaper than South Sudan's compared to East African countries.
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Sophy Mukamwiza looking scrolling through her X (formerly Twitter) on her phone. She attributes 70% of her client base to social media, yet it's costly to keep up with her online customers. (Photo by Hannington Mutabazi)
By Hannington Mutabazi
Journalists @New Vision
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Sophy Mukamwiza, 28, a social media influencer and entrepreneur, spends at least sh300,000 monthly on internet bundles for her shoe business and personal use.
Her annual internet