Software:Afro Mobile

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Short description: Ugandan internet television company
Afro Mobile
Type of site
Private Streaming platform
Founded2021; 4 years ago (2021)
HeadquartersKampala, Uganda
Area servedWorld Wide
OwnersNext Media Services
Founder(s)Next Media Services
Key peopleKin Kariisa (CEO)
IndustryPay television, Digital media, Streaming
ProductsInternet TV, Mobile applications, Video streaming
ServicesOTT Internet TV MVPD
Websitewww.afromobile.com

Afro Mobile is a Ugandan internet television live streaming platform based in Kampala, Uganda.[1] The platform operates as a comprehensive digital media service providing live television, radio, and video on demand content specifically focused on African programming and stories.[2]

History

Launched in 2021, Afro Mobile was developed by African Mobile Media Ltd and represents a significant development in Uganda's digital media landscape.[3][2] The service positions itself as more than just a streaming platform, functioning as a movement aimed at reshaping African media by supporting local content creators and connecting African communities globally.[4]

Apps

The application is compatible with both iOS and Android devices, with additional web-based access available for direct streaming.[2][5] By 2022, the platform had achieved significant market penetration with over 500,000 downloads to its OTT streaming television service, demonstrating its growing influence in Uganda's digital entertainment sector.[5]

The platform's content strategy focuses on delivering authentic African stories while providing a mix of entertainment, news, sports, and lifestyle programming that keeps audiences connected to both local and international content.[2] This approach has positioned Afro Mobile as a player in Uganda's evolving telecommunications and media landscape, contributing to the country's growing digital economy and content creation industry.[4][6][7]

Coverage

As of 2022, their OTT streaming television service had over 500,000 downloads.[8][9][7] The Afro mobile application was launched in January 2021 at Next Media Park Kampala.[8] The application has over 30 televisions and over 50 radio stations.[6] Since August 2022, Afro Mobile application is a paid up service.[8][10]

Location

Its headquarter is at Next Media Park, Plot 13, summit view Road, Kampala, Uganda.[9][5]

References

  1. ↑ Muhimba, Samuel. "AfroMobile Shifts to Subscription-Based Model" (in en). https://nilepost.co.ug/entertainment/251119/afromobile-shifts-to-subscription-based-model. 
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Matovu, Muhamadi. "Afro Mobile news app launched" (in en). https://nilepost.co.ug/news/95248/afro-mobile-news-app-launched. 
  3. ↑ "Afro Mobile App Uganda, All you Need to Know". UG Tech Magazine. 2021-11-15. https://ugtechmag.com/afro-mobile-app-uganda-all-you-need-to-know/. 
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Kin Kariisa. "Afro Mobile is THE New Dawn of Ugandan and African Digital Media". https://kinkariisa.com/afro-mobile-is-the-new-dawn-of-ugandan-and-african-digital-media/. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Katende, Erick (2021-01-11). "Afro Mobile: New TV, Radio Streaming App Launched" (in en-US). https://thetowerpost.com/2021/01/11/afro-mobile-new-tv-radio-streaming-app-launched/. 
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Here's Everything You Need to Know About Afro Mobile App". October 13, 2022. https://flashugnews.com/about-afro-mobile-app/. 
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 Mugisha, Mugibson (January 11, 2021). "The King Of Ugandan Content - Afro Mobile Launches - MUGIBSON". https://mugibson.com/the-king-of-ugandan-content-afro-mobile-launches/. 
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 Bambino, Roger (2022-08-23). "Next Media's Afro Mobile App is now a paid subscription service" (in en-US). https://techjaja.com/next-medias-afro-mobile-app-is-now-a-paid-subscription-service/. 
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 "Afro Mobile: A New TV, Radio Streaming App Launched". January 12, 2021. https://dailyexpress.co.ug/2021/01/12/afro-mobile-a-new-tv-radio-streaming-app-launched/. 
  10. ↑ Writer, JAVIRA SSEBWAMI (2022-06-08). "NBS Sport: Next Media's 24-hour sports-dedicated channel launches" (in en-US). https://pmldaily.com/sports/2022/06/nbs-sport-next-medias-24-hour-sports-dedicated-channel-launches.html. 




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