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Warid Telecom selects Motorola for Uganda WiMAX deployment

Warid Telecom Uganda, part of Abu Dhabi based Warid Telecom International, has selected Motorola to design and deploy an 802.16e WiMAX network in Uganda...

Warid Telecom Uganda, part of Abu Dhabi based Warid Telecom International, has selected Motorola to design and deploy an 802.16e WiMAX network in Uganda.

With much of Africa facing major challenges with limited fixed line access the new high-speed wireless broadband network will allowing Warid Telecom to extend services quickly and cost effectively. Initial deployment is due for completion by the end of 2007, and will enable residential and enterprise voice and data connectivity services such as Voice over IP (VoIP) and virtual private network (VPN).

“We believe WiMAX will greatly change the broadband landscape in Africa, not only enhancing access for consumers but also allowing for lower tariffs to bridging the digital divide and provide operators with new revenue opportunities,” said Ali Amer, vice president, Motorola Home & Networks Mobility, Middle East and Africa.

“In selecting the country’s first 802.16e WiMAX network for our broadband services we remove the limitations that come with deploying fixed infrastructure and have a more cost-effective solution for reaching more subscribers across all market segments,” said Zul Javaid, CEO and country general manager for Warid Telecom Uganda.In addition to delivering state of the art equipment and services to Warid Uganda to support its ambitious deployment schedule, Motorola is currently working with Warid International’s subsidiary Wateen Telecom in Pakistan on the deployment and management of a nationwide end-to-end 802.16e WiMAX network.

Motorola’s WiMAX solutions are designed to support fixed, portable, nomadic and mobile applications. The WiMAX access points, customer premises equipment and mobile WiMAX chipsets under development for use in Motorola’s devices are part of the MOTOwi4 portfolio of solutions that complement and complete wireless broadband networks. . Delivering IP coverage to virtually all spaces, MOTOwi4 also includes fixed, mesh, and indoor solutions for private and public networks. All of the MOTOwi4 solutions complement each other and can be deployed to meet the specific requirements for public and private networks.

About Warid Telecom Uganda

Abu Dhabi based Warid Telecom International is one of the largest groups in the Middle East with diversified business interests ranging from oil and gas exploration, hospitality services, telecommunications, banking and financial services, automobile industries and property development. Warid Telecom Uganda is fully owned by Warid Telecom International and was licensed to operate in Uganda on the 26th of March 2007. Warid Telecom Uganda’s vision is to become a leading national communications provider with a strong international presence.

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