A new broadband internet service provider, CanalBox, has officially launched in Uganda, promising to revolutionize internet access in the country. Over the past 11 months, the company has invested over Shs50 billion to prepare for this launch.
CanalBox offers two fiber optic internet plans tailored to different user needs: the Start plan at 50 Mbps and the Premium plan at 200 Mbps, priced at Shs110,000 and Shs200,000 per month, respectively.
Jean-François Duboy, Managing Director of GVA, stated that the company aims to democratize broadband internet access through its fiber optic offerings. “With a speed of 200 Mbps for only Shs200,000, we believe CanalBox will be a game-changer, allowing many Ugandan families to enjoy high-speed internet at home,” Duboy said.
GVA’s CEO, Julius Kayoboke, highlighted the significant gap in fiber internet connectivity between Uganda and neighboring Kenya. “When we entered the Ugandan market, only 30,000 homes were connected to fiber internet, compared to Kenya’s 600,000. In just 11 months, we have connected 5,000 homes and project to cover another 500,000 homes in Kampala within the next three to four years,” Kayoboke added.
Julianne Mweheire, Director of Industry Affairs and Content Development at the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), emphasized that increased internet access boosts business opportunities and fosters innovation. CanalBox’s internet plans are designed for businesses, homes, and schools needing reliable internet for streaming, video conferencing, and other demanding applications.
During the launch event, Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa welcomed CanalBox to the Ugandan market. “The entry of such a major player is a vote of confidence in our government’s business-friendly policies, our country, and our people. We look forward to seeing the positive impact on broadband internet prevalence in Uganda,” Tayebwa said.
