This post lists Airtel phones that you can get on credit. You can get a very good smartphone that will facilitate your needs from Airtel. All you do is get the phone and start paying for it in instalments depending on the payment plan.
In 2021, Airtel Uganda collaborated with MasterCard, Asante, and Samsung to launch Kwata Essimu, a pay-on-demand service that offers affordable smartphones to individuals and small businesses on a hire-purchase basis with low-cost payments spread over time. Kwata Essiimu subscribers can make their payment within 12 months, staged in daily deposits, weekly deposits or monthly deposits.
Currently, the available Airtel phones on credit are three Samsung smartphones; the A01, A3 Core, and the A11.
Below is a table summarizing the repayment plans for the Samsung A3 Core, A01, and A11.
| Samsung Model | Samsung A3 Core | Samsung A01 | Samsung A11 |
| First installment (in UGX) | 152,550 | 173,550 | 243,550 |
| Monthly installment (in UGX) | 48,000 | 54,000 | 72,000 |
| Weekly installment (in UGX) | 11,200 | 12,600 | 16,800 |
| Daily installment (in UGX) | 1,600 | 1,800 | 2,400 |
| Payment period | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months |
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Samsung Galaxy A3 Core
The Samsung Galaxy A3 Core offers essential features for those looking for a simple and affordable device. It comes with a 5.3-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 960 pixels, and runs on a quad-core 1.5GHz processor, paired with 1GB of RAM. The internal storage capacity of 16GB can be expanded up to 512GB with a microSD card, providing ample storage for your everyday needs. The A3 Core features a 5MP rear camera and 5MP front-facing camera for basic photography. It is powered by a 2600 mAh battery, providing enough power to last through a day of usage. The device runs on Android 11 (Go edition) which is a lightweight version of Android, offering smooth performance. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, and 4G LTE. It also comes equipped with accelerometer and proximity sensors. The Samsung Galaxy A3 Core comes in Black, Blue, and Red colors.
To get the Samsung Galaxy A3 Core from Airtel Uganda, you have to offer an initial deposit of UGX 152,000 and a monthly deposit of UGX 48,000 per month for 12 months.
Samsung A01
The Samsung A01 is a budget smartphone that comes with a 5.7-inch PLS TFT display with 720 x 1520 pixels resolution, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. It runs on an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 processor with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 512GB via microSD card. The phone has a dual-camera setup (13-megapixel + 2-megapixel) at the back and a 5-megapixel front camera. It is equipped with a 3,000mAh battery that supports fast charging, and includes connectivity options like 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a micro-USB port. The phone is available in Blue, Black, and Red color options.
To get the Samsung Galaxy A3 Core from Airtel Uganda, you need a down payment of UGX 173,550 and a monthly deposit of UGX 54,000 per month for 12 months.
Samsung A11
The Samsung Galaxy A11 is a budget smartphone released in 2020. It features a 6.4-inch PLS TFT display with 720 x 1560 pixels resolution, and is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor. The device comes with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 1TB via a microSD card. In terms of camera, the A11 has a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 48 MP main camera, a 5 MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2 MP macro camera. On the front, it has a single 8 MP selfie camera. The device runs on Android 10 with Samsung’s One UI 2.0 and is backed by a large 4,000 mAh battery. Additionally, it has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor for security and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
To get the Samsung Galaxy A3 Core from Airtel Uganda, you need a down payment of UGX 243,550 and a monthly deposit of UGX 72,000 per month for 12 months.
How to Get Airtel’s Kwata Essimu Smartphone Credit Scheme
First thing that you need to do is establish if you are eligible for this service, dial *284*49# to see eligibility status using the Airtel line.
After establishing that you are eligible, visit the nearest Airtel service centre with an original National ID card. Fill in the required paper work, attach a photo copy of your ID, make initial deposit and take your smart phone. That’s it. Don’t forget to make your daily deposit.
Wrap-Up: There is always a catch with offers like Kwata Essimu. First of all, the phones are charged way highly than the original price on market if you are buying the phone wholesomely from a Sumsung shop. For instance; You can get Samsung A11 from a Samsung shop between UGX 490,000 to UGX 530,000. However, if you get it under the Kwata Essimu scheme, you end up paying UGX 1,107,550 for it. Secondly, if you fail to complete payment as per designated instalments, you will be blocked from using your phone. If Kwata Essimu is not your thing, you can opt for Mkopa phones.