In line with the upcoming visit of Pope Francis in the Philippines, the local government unit of the city of Manila headed by Mayor Joseph Estrada and Vice Mayor Isko Moreno have announced that the city will provide free wireless internet access in select public areas around the metro. It’s unclear whether which company will cater the free Wi-Fi access, but Vice Mayor Moreno claims that “several Manila-based companies have pledged to contribute for the free internet access” and that the antennas that will be used are donated by “an American company based in Silicon Valley”. Through its Region 12 office, the DICT deployed Starlink kits, charging stations, and free internet services under the Government Emergency Communications System (GECS) and Free Public Internet Access Program (FPIAP). Free WiFi is now available in key locations, including evacuation centers, disaster response offices, and municipal facilities. Meanwhile, PLDT and Smart supplied connectivity support, free WiFi, charging stations, and free calls to assist responders and affected residents. Globe AT HOME is giving eligible customers free internet speed boosts of up to 1Gbps along with free WiFi 6 modem upgrades to help improve home connectivity for work, school, and entertainment. Subscribers whose current modem cannot support the upgraded speeds may also upgrade to a WiFi 6 modem for free, but with a required 24-month relock period. Read more in our articles including "Manila Will Offer Free Wi-Fi Access During Papal Visit" and "DICT, Telcos deploy free WiFi in Quake-Hit Areas".
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Mar 17, 2026In line with the upcoming visit of Pope Francis in the Philippines, the local government unit of the city of Manila headed by Mayor Joseph Estrada and Vice Mayor Isko Moreno have announced that the city will provide free wireless internet access in select public areas around the metro. It’s unclear whether which company will cater the free Wi-Fi access, but Vice Mayor Moreno claims that “several Manila-based companies have pledged to contribute for the free internet access” and that the antennas that will be used are donated by “an American company based in Silicon Valley”.
Through its Region 12 office, the DICT deployed Starlink kits, charging stations, and free internet services under the Government Emergency Communications System (GECS) and Free Public Internet Access Program (FPIAP). Free WiFi is now available in key locations, including evacuation centers, disaster response offices, and municipal facilities. Meanwhile, PLDT and Smart supplied connectivity support, free WiFi, charging stations, and free calls to assist responders and affected residents.
Our coverage of manila free wifi access includes: "Manila Will Offer Free Wi-Fi Access During Papal Visit"; "DICT, Telcos deploy free WiFi in Quake-Hit Areas"; "Globe AT HOME offers free upgrades to 1Gbps and Wifi 6 routers to loyal postpaid subscribers". Each article provides unique insights and information.