ICT

Airtel Uganda’s MD Pays a courtesy Visit to UCC ED, commits to growth of Internet Access in Uganda

by Brian EmorutCompany NewsICTThe Big StoryJanuary 11, 2025January 11, 2025

Airtel Uganda’s Managing Director, Mr. Soumendra Sahu, fondly known as Som, on Friday morning paid a courtesy visit to the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Executive Director, Hon. Goerge William Nyombi…

A Guide for Organisations to Comply with Rwanda’s Data Protection and Privacy Law

by Claude NshimiyimanaICTThe Big StoryThought LeadershipDecember 26, 2024December 26, 2024

In a rapidly evolving digital world, data protection and privacy are paramount concerns for organisations globally. With the advent of new technologies and the increasing reliance on data-driven processes, safeguarding…

Western Union and PostBank Uganda Revolutionize International Money Transfers with Wendi Mobile Wallet

by Brian EmorutBanking & InsuranceCompany NewsFinanceICTDecember 24, 2024December 24, 2024

Western Union and Postbank Uganda have today launched international money transfers in the Wendi mobile wallet. The co-branded digital service will empower customers in Uganda to send and receive funds…

Janet Museveni Commends Young Engineers Uganda Over Robotics Championship

by Brian EmorutICTNews & AnalysisTechnologyDecember 7, 2024December 7, 2024

First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Hon Janet Kataaha Museveni has commended Young Engineers Uganda for organising a successful First Ever Uganda National STEM and Vex Robotics Championship….

Is your business ready for the digital age? Demystifying digitisation for Uganda’s SMEs—Michael Mukasa

by CEO East Africa MagazineICTThought LeadershipNovember 19, 2024November 19, 2024

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in driving inclusive socio-economic growth across Africa. These businesses are foundational to national economies and significantly contribute to equitable development. Uganda,…

Evelyn Namara is passionate about creating impact using technology

by CEO ReporterICTProfilesWomen Fixing UgandaNovember 9, 2024November 9, 2024

Evelyn Namara is a technology entrepreneur with over 10 years of leading systematic change in social entrepreneurship and digital technology, driving innovation for small businesses. Currently working at the coalface…

dfcu Bank’s Investment Club App Wins Gold at Qorus Reinvention Awards 2024 in Dubai

by Brian EmorutCompany NewsICTIndustry & AnalysisThe Big StoryNovember 8, 2024November 8, 2024

dfcu Bank has earned international acclaim by winning the prestigious Gold Award in the Distribution category at the Qorus Reinvention Awards—MEA 2024 in Dubai. Recognized among nearly 700 entries worldwide,…

I&M Bank Introduces a New Era of Digital Banking with the Launch of the Express Go Account Offering Free Bank-to-Wallet Transfers

by Brian EmorutCompany NewsFinanceFintechsICTNews & AnalysisTechnologyNovember 7, 2024November 7, 2024

I&M Bank Uganda is making significant strides in digital banking with the launch of its Express Go Digital Account, designed to provide affordable and convenient banking solutions for its customers….

Janet Museveni to Inaugurate Uganda’s First National STEM and Robotics Championship

by Brian EmorutAfricaICTIndustry & AnalysisNovember 6, 2024November 7, 2024

The First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Hon. Janet Kataha Museveni, will preside over Uganda’s inaugural National STEM Education and VEX Robotics Championship, an event aimed at fostering…

Bridging the digital divide: A new era for Uganda’s education — Writes Bryan Mbasa

by Brian EmorutICTThought LeadershipNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024

Last month, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, the ICT Minister, announced an exciting and ambitious plan to set up computer labs in all public secondary schools across Uganda. This initiative, revealed during…