Airtel Uganda one of Uganda’s leading telecom companies this week launched Uganda’s first-ever data OTT packs that will enable its subscribers to enjoy undisrupted connectivity and browsing by simply subscribing once and getting both data and OTT of the same validity. Previously, OTT a compulsory social media tax paid by every Ugandan to use Social media platforms like twitter, Facebook and whatsapp was expiring not beyond midnight without considering when it is paid.
Airtel’s Data OTT packs combine data and OTT Tax by maintaining the same data volumes of the selected bundles and simply adding OTT Tax to them.
Currently when an Airtel Uganda customer pays data, they will get a data bundle combined with OTT of the same validity as the bundle pack purchased. Airtel’s daily 15MB will be now purchased at UGX450 and it will include UGX250 for the 15MB plus UGX200 for the daily OTT – both valid for 24hours.
According to Airtel Uganda’s Managing Director Mr. V.G. Somasekhar said that Airtel customers will be able to purchase data with a combined reduced cost and at their convenience.
“With these new packs, we are bringing convenience to our subscribers whether they prefer daily, weekly or monthly data packs.” he said
To subscribe for the Data OTT packs, subscribers simply Dial *185*2# select Buy Data Bundles, select For Myself/For another number, select Data ONLY OTT Packs and finally select the pack of choice. Below are the products being offered under the Data OTT packs?
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