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Technology
19 May 2026, 12:16 pm
Government urged to invest more in technology and electric mobility training
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Government of Uganda has been encouraging citizens to embrace technology and electronics by engaging in related work and enrolling in courses aligned with the sector. Through the Ministry of Education and Sports, the government introduced Technical…
6 May 2026, 11:44 am
Uganda to host 4th Digital Government Africa summit
By Ronald Ssemagonja Following a meeting held in Lusaka, Zambia, Uganda was identified as eligible to host the 4th Digital Government Africa Summit. Against this backdrop, a team from the National Information Technology Authority – Uganda (NITA-U), led by the…
9 April 2026, 11:52 am
TikTok scrolling at workplace is killing productivity among young professionals
By Byamukama Alozious Over the past decade, Uganda has witnessed a steady rise in social media use, with platforms like Facebook, X, and Instagram shaping communication, business, and public discourse. But it is TikTok that has most profoundly altered not…
30 January 2026, 12:13 pm
Parliamentary committee on ICT commends UICT during oversight visit
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT) yesterday hosted the Parliamentary Committee on ICT and National Guidance for an oversight and verification visit at its Kampala campus. The delegation was led by Hon. Tonny Ayoo,…
17 November 2025, 1:51 pm
Uganda’s Youth Take the Lead in Shaping the Country’s Energy Future
By Frank oyugi and Agency Kampala, Uganda – In a country where over 75% of the population is under 30, Uganda’s youth are stepping into the spotlight to shape the nation’s energy future. At the second Youth in Energy Conference…
20 October 2025, 4:14 pm
Beyond access: Fibre-to-the-home driving Uganda’s growing digital economy
Michael Mukasa, Chief Executive Officer, Liquid Intelligent Technologies Uganda, Moderated by Frank Oyugi As East Africa continues its journey toward a digital future, connectivity has emerged not only as a tool for access but also as an enabler of economic…
16 October 2025, 4:05 pm
MTN Uganda and partners join forces to boost cybersecurity awareness
By Byamukama Alozious MTN Uganda, the National Information Technology Authority (NITA) Uganda, and the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) have joined forces to enhance cybersecurity awareness in the country. This partnership comes as Uganda grapples with a rising…
2 July 2025, 6:29 pm
Ministry of ICT donates 200 tablets to MLTC
By Jonex Babulya The use of technology in rural areas of Uganda is growing rapidly, particularly in Kasese district. The government, through the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and National Guidance, under the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), has donated tablets…
6 June 2025, 10:06 am
Oyam embraces digital inclusion through BOLT project
By Mike Okwang Ogule Oyam District is set to become the next frontier of rural digital transformation following the launch of a new broadband connectivity initiative aimed at enhancing digital inclusion in underserved communities. The project, titled “Enhancing Digital Inclusion…
3 June 2025, 7:28 pm
Fair Digital Kazi: How Uganda’s digital economy can ensure workers’ rights
By Laila Ndagire As Uganda’s digital labour platforms continue to expand since 2015. Research conducted by International Labour Organisation (ILO) and Makerere University in 2024 reveals that approximately 18 platforms, both international and local operate in the country. Urban centres…