Ugandan police crackdown on unauthorised Wi-Fi sellers in Kampala
Ugandan authorities have launched a crackdown on unauthorized Wi-Fi resellers in Kampala. The operation targets providers operating without regulatory approval or those illegally tapping into existing infrastructure.
Why it matters
This highlights the growing tension between informal internet service providers and government regulatory bodies in developing digital markets.
Police and the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) have launched an operation against unauthorized Wi-Fi resellers in Kampala, targeting public internet services operating without regulatory approval. The campaign covers Kasangati, Kawaala, Kasubi, and Kawempe, with plans to expand to other areas. Authorities are focusing on operators serving public Wi-Fi without authorization or illegally attaching cables and equipment to existing infrastructure without the owners' consent. Additionally, officials are c
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