June 22
Uganda: MTN Renews Entebbe Club Partnership As Half Year Mug Attracts Record 210 Golfers
- MTN Uganda has renewed its partnership with Entebbe Club for a further three years, reaffirming its commitment to the growth of golf in Uganda following the successful conclusion… Read more »
June 17
Uganda: Nita-U Unveils Five-Year Strategy to Increase Use of Digital Government Services
The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) has launched a new five-year Strategic Plan aimed at significantly increasing the use of digital government services… Read more »
Africa: Airtel Africa Foundation Connects Over 3,000 Schools to Internet Across Africa
The Airtel Africa Foundation (AAF), the philanthropic arm of Airtel Africa plc, has released its inaugural annual report, highlighting its impact across the continent during its… Read more »
Uganda: Refactory's 10x Program Trains 2,500 Youth in Digital Skills, Boosting Employment Opportunities
Uganda's growing digital economy continues to create new opportunities for young people, but a persistent skills gap has left many struggling to access meaningful employment in the… Read more »
Uganda: Health Ministry Launches Real-Time Digital System to Track Maternal, Newborn Deaths
The Ministry of Health has launched a digital monitoring system that will enable health authorities to track maternal and newborn health data on a daily basis, replacing the… Read more »
June 16
Uganda: Zambian Chief Justice Lauds Uganda's Specialised Courts, Digital Justice Reforms
Zambia's Chief Justice Mumba Malila has praised Uganda's Judiciary for its innovative approaches to justice delivery, particularly the establishment and operation of specialized… Read more »
June 10
Uganda: Wrong Places to Chase Views! - Baraka Explains Video Ban During Father's Burial
Ugandan singer Joshua Baraka has spoken out on the decision to prohibit video recording during the burial of his father, saying he wanted to preserve the family's privacy during… Read more »
Uganda: Ecotrust Leads Tree-Based Livelihood Programme in Northern,Western Uganda
Uganda's efforts to promote climate-smart agriculture and restore degraded landscapes are gaining momentum through a government-backed agroforestry initiative aimed at improving… Read more »
Uganda: Baryomunsi Hands Over 'Ministry of the Future'
The Minister for ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has officially handed over office, describing the docket as a "ministry of the future" because of the growing role… Read more »
Uganda: Zawedde Outlines Digital Transformation Gains, Sets Priorities At ICT Ministry Handover
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, Dr Amina Zawedde, has reaffirmed government's commitment to accelerating Uganda's digital transformation… Read more »
June 08
Uganda: The Cost of Connectivity - How Smartphone and Mobile Money Taxes Could Be Slowing Digital Economy
In Uganda today, the smartphone has evolved far beyond a communication device. It is now a bank, a classroom, a marketplace, an office--and for many young people, a critical tool… Read more »
June 07
Uganda: Entebbe Teachers Trained On Use of Walimu App to Ease Access to Sacco Loans
A total of 150 teachers in government schools in Entebbe Municipality have been trained on how to use the Walimu App to access Walimu SACCO loans directly through their… Read more »
June 04
Uganda: MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited Appoints Phrase Lubega As Managing Director
The Board of Directors of MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited today announces the appointment of Mr. Phrase Lubega as the Managing Director of MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited, reinforcing… Read more »
Uganda: Namutumba Primary School Celebrates 100 Years, Urges Digital Transformation and Staffing Boost
Namutumba Primary School in Namutumba District has marked its centenary with calls for stronger digital integration, improved staffing levels, and sustained investment to preserve… Read more »
Uganda: MTN Mobile Money Appoints Phrase Lubega As New Managing Director
MTN Mobile Money Uganda has appointed Phrase Lubega as its new Managing Director, pending approval by the Bank of Uganda. Read more »
June 03
Uganda: Bank of Uganda Caps Cash Withdrawals in Push for Digital Payments
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has announced new limits on over-the-counter cash withdrawals, capping daily withdrawals at Shs50 million for individual account holders and Shs250 million… Read more »
June 02
Uganda: BoU Slashes Cheque Limits, Introduces Cash Withdrawal Caps in Digital Payments Drive
Ugandans and businesses will soon face tighter limits on cheque transactions and over-the-counter cash withdrawals following new measures unveiled by the Bank of Uganda (BoU) to… Read more »
June 01
Uganda: Judiciary Reaffirms Commitment to Digital Transformation, Court Expansion and Adr to Improve Access to Justice
The Judiciary has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding access to justice across Uganda through ongoing reforms that include court expansion, digitisation of services,… Read more »
May 29
Uganda: Nita-U Appoints Julian Rweju As Director of E-Government Services
The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) has appointed Julian Rweju Mani as the new Director of e-Government Services, effective immediately. Read more »
May 27
Uganda: Museveni Drops Kabbyanga, Appoints Alioni Odria in ICT Ministry Shake-Up
Former State Minister for ICT and National Guidance Godfrey Kabbyanga has been dropped from Cabinet in the latest reshuffle by President Museveni, with Alioni Yorke Odria appointed… Read more »
May 19
Uganda: State House Anti-Graft Investigator Urges Youth to Harness Digital Platforms in Fight Against Corruption
Young people have been urged to take a leading role in the fight against corruption by responsibly using digital platforms to promote accountability, raise public awareness and… Read more »
Uganda: Equity Group Posts Strong Q1 2026 Growth As Digital Transformation Drives Regional Expansion
Equity Group Holdings has reported a strong start to 2026, posting a 24 percent increase in profit after tax for the first quarter as the regional financial services giant… Read more »
May 11
Uganda: Gilbey's Hangouts Ignites Fierce Debate On Phone Passwords and Trust in Relationships
The conversation turned lively and at times uncomfortable on Friday night as the Gilbey's Hangouts returned for its third edition at Old Tymerz, sparking a heated debate on one of… Read more »
May 05
Uganda: Kabale University Students Urged to Uphold Journalism Ethics in Digital Era
Kabale University journalism students have been urged to uphold professional ethics and responsible reporting in the face of rapidly expanding digital media platforms and growing… Read more »
April 28
Uganda: 231 Foreign Nationals Arrested in Night Raids Over Illegal Stay
Security have intensified a nationwide crackdown on irregular migration, arresting more than 200 foreign nationals in coordinated operations targeting cybercrime and human… Read more »
