Uganda telecom to Offer Solar Cell Phones

Uganda telecom has unveiled their first cell phone that runs on solar power after an initial electrical charge. The Kasana is made from recycled materials and has a built-in solar panel. An hour of exposure provides up to 12 hrs. of talk time. The UCC (Uganda Communications Commission) claims that only 10% of the country has access to electricity and that only 30% have mobile phone excess.

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