You will need to have spent at least UGX 500 before you can be eligible for the free 20MBs. This offer can be activated only once a month and can be activated at any time of the month. Simply DIAL(click this on phone) 17520# and you will receive a confirmation message acknowledging that you have activated the bundle. Well, you might argue that 20MBs is really low for your data needs. We agree with you too. This bundle, however, can be set aside for real emergencies, for example, when you need to hail a taxi or boda, or need to order food and are completely down on MBS. Related Article: Internet speed (Mbps) and data bundles (Mbs) explained. You will also have to switch from 4G to 3G as 4G depletes your data bundle faster. To do so;
Go to settings Go to mobile networks Tap on the preferred network type Switch to 3G
If you have apps that run in the background, this might be that opportunity to disable them. These apps use a lot of data minus your knowledge. If you are in a fix and need data, or are just a fan of free things, you can make use of Airtel Uganda’s free 20MBs monthly data bundle to get going. Enjoy!
