Roke Telkom has officially launched its Roke@20 celebrations, marking two decades of innovation, resilience, and contributions to Uganda’s telecommunications and Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector. The milestone highlights the company’s transformation from an internet connectivity provider into a comprehensive ICT solutions company supporting Uganda’s growing digital economy.
The anniversary celebrations were unveiled during a breakfast launch held at Roke House in Bugolobi, Kampala. The event was graced by Hon. Nyombi Thembo as Guest of Honour and brought together industry stakeholders, business partners, customers, and other key players in Uganda’s ICT ecosystem.
The Roke@20 celebrations provide an opportunity for the Ugandan-founded telecommunications company to reflect on its 20-year journey, recognise the people and partnerships behind its growth, and outline its ambitions for the future of digital connectivity and technology solutions in Uganda.
From Internet Connectivity to Comprehensive ICT Solutions
Founded by Ugandans with a vision of making internet access available to underserved communities, businesses, and locations, Roke Telkom has steadily evolved over the past two decades to respond to the country’s changing technological needs.
What began as an ambition to bridge connectivity gaps has grown into a broader mission of delivering ICT solutions that support businesses and organisations operating in an increasingly digital environment.
Over the years, Roke Telkom has invested in infrastructure, established strategic partnerships, and continuously adapted to emerging technologies and evolving customer expectations.
This transformation reflects the growing demand for reliable internet connectivity and integrated ICT services across different sectors of Uganda’s economy.
As digital technologies become increasingly important to business operations and organisational development, Roke Telkom’s journey illustrates the role that locally founded ICT companies can play in supporting the country’s digital transformation.
Roke Telkom CEO Peter Muhumuza Reflects on 20 Years of Growth
Speaking at the Roke@20 breakfast launch, Roke Telkom Chief Executive Officer Peter Muhumuza described the anniversary as an important opportunity to celebrate the company’s achievements while reaffirming its commitment to Uganda’s digital development.
“Twenty years ago, we started with a simple but important ambition: to make internet access more accessible to Ugandans. Through resilience, investment and continuous innovation, we have grown beyond connectivity into a company providing ICT solutions that respond to the evolving needs of businesses and organisations. We are proud of how far we have come and excited about what the future holds,” Muhumuza said.
His remarks highlighted the resilience, investment, and continuous innovation that have defined Roke Telkom’s growth over the past 20 years.
From its early focus on expanding internet access to its present-day delivery of comprehensive ICT solutions, the company has continued to evolve alongside Uganda’s telecommunications landscape.
The anniversary also represents an opportunity to acknowledge the customers, employees, and partners whose support and contributions have helped shape Roke Telkom’s journey.
Hon. Nyombi Thembo Commends Roke Telkom’s Contribution to Uganda’s ICT Sector
The Guest of Honour, Hon. Nyombi Thembo, commended Roke Telkom for its contribution to Uganda’s telecommunications and ICT landscape, emphasising the importance of homegrown technology companies in advancing the country’s digital transformation agenda.
He noted that building a strong and innovative ICT sector is essential to expanding connectivity, enabling business growth, and creating opportunities for Ugandans to participate in the digital economy.
“Uganda’s digital transformation depends on the continued growth of a strong and innovative ICT sector. Homegrown companies such as Roke Telkom play an important role in expanding connectivity, supporting businesses and contributing to the development of our digital ecosystem. As we look ahead, continued investment, innovation and collaboration will be critical in ensuring that technology creates opportunities for more Ugandans,” he said.
His remarks reinforced the importance of local investment, technological innovation, and industry collaboration in strengthening Uganda’s digital ecosystem.
They also highlighted the role of Ugandan-founded telecommunications and ICT companies in supporting businesses, improving connectivity, and contributing to the country’s broader technological development.
Two Decades of Investment, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships
Throughout its 20-year journey, Roke Telkom has demonstrated its commitment to Uganda’s ICT sector through continued infrastructure investment, strategic partnerships, and the development of technology solutions aligned with changing customer needs.
The company’s evolution from a connectivity-focused provider into a comprehensive ICT solutions company reflects the increasing importance of integrated digital services to businesses and organisations.
As demand for dependable connectivity and technology-driven business solutions continues to grow, Roke Telkom has positioned its ongoing development around responding to emerging challenges and opportunities in the ICT industry.
These efforts have formed an important part of its contribution to Uganda’s increasingly connected economy.
As a proudly Ugandan company, Roke Telkom also takes pride in its role in supporting national digital development and demonstrating the potential of homegrown enterprises to contribute to the country’s technological progress.
Roke@20 Celebrations to Honour Customers, Employees and Partners
Beyond recognising the company’s achievements, the Roke@20 anniversary celebrations will provide a platform to appreciate the individuals and organisations that have contributed to Roke Telkom’s growth.
The celebrations will highlight the company’s milestones while recognising the customers who have trusted its services, the employees who have contributed to its development, and the strategic partners who have supported its journey.
The anniversary also offers an opportunity to reflect on how Uganda’s telecommunications and ICT landscape has evolved over the past two decades, alongside the growing importance of reliable internet connectivity and integrated technology solutions.
For Roke Telkom, the milestone is both a celebration of its history and a chance to reaffirm its commitment to helping businesses and organisations navigate an increasingly digital world.
