Kigali, Rwanda. September 10, 2015. Preferred internet service provider Airtel Rwanda has taken a front seat in the 4G network expansion in partnership with Olleh Rwanda Networks (ORN) during the official opening of the 4G square in Rubavu on September 8, 2015. This follows a recent opening of the first of its kind 4G Square in Kigali.
The 4G Square in Rubavu will be a one-stop hub for all the 4G LTE technology and devices which include; smart phones, touch pads, smart watches and a conference room, a refreshment area and advanced on technology options (Play interactive system) for customers to experiment with.
Airtel Rwanda will also be actively participating to provide customer services, devices as well as bundled offers for its 4G LTE plans.
Speaking on the launch of the 4G Square opening in Rubavu, Airtel Rwanda Zonal Business Manager Henry Kainerugaba said, “The 4G Square phenomenon is a great innovation in as far as experiencing technology is concerned. It is also a good way for our customers to have a one stop center for all their 4G LTE needs.”
He added, “As Rwanda’s preferred 4G LTE retailers, we shall ensure that consumers enjoy consistent, uninterrupted and high quality super-fast internet speeds in partnership with Olleh Rwanda Network.”
According to the Chief Executive Officer of Olleh Rwanda Networks, Mr. Patrick Yoon, “The 4G Square will have free super-fast internet that can be accessed inside the square by all customers and will be the number one hub for everything 4G LTE and beyond.”
The Guest of Honor, Rose Mary MBABAZI, the permanent secretary in the Ministry of Youth and ICT said continued 4G expansion in the country was a great step in realizing Rwanda’s dreams to become the ICT hub of East Africa. She said, “This technology is really meant to benefit our society and especially the business community. She thanked Olleh Rwanda Networks for the continued investments and innovations.”
4G LTE is the fourth generation of mobile telecommunications technology, succeeding 3G. 4G LTE technology provides mobile ultra-broadband Internet access to internet enabled devices like smartphones, tablets and laptops. It is considered the fastest internet in Africa.
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