ICT

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…

Stanbic Bank Ushers in a New Era of Elite Banking with the Launch of the Infinite Card

by Brian EmorutICTNews & AnalysisOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

Stanbic Bank Uganda has redefined luxury banking with the launch of its new Visa Infinite Card, offering a suite of exclusive benefits tailored for high-net-worth clients. Unveiled at a fine…

Pebuu Africa and Hamilton Telecom are set to Join Forces to Accelerate Uganda’s Digital Transformation

by Brian EmorutCompany NewsICTIndustry & AnalysisStartupsOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

Pebuu Africa and Hamilton Telecom are set to enter into a strategic partnership. Hamilton will leverage Pebuu’s nationwide presence and footprint to advance digital transformation in the distribution and retail…

Innovations Drive Opportunity: A Conversation with Arthur Mukembo

by CEO ReporterICTProfilesQ + AsStartupsOctober 20, 2024October 20, 2024

Mr. Arthur Mukembo, is the Lead at Future Lab Studio. He says he is driven to make things better, even if it is by a few adjustments. From real estate…

Barbara Mutabazi is passionate about having more women in the ICT arena

by Brian EmorutCEOsICTStartupsThe Big StoryWomen Fixing UgandaOctober 20, 2024October 20, 2024

Barbara Mutabazi is a ground-breaking innovator dedicated to promoting the economic empowerment of youth, especially girls and women. She does this by encouraging greater youth participation in Uganda’s technology sector,…

Changing the face of tech through skilling and collaboration by Michael Niyitegeka

by Brian EmorutICTIndustry & AnalysisProfilesOctober 6, 2024October 6, 2024

Michael Niyitegeka is the Executive Director of Refactory, a software skills academy in Uganda. He speaks about tech with a lot of passion; he lives and breathes it. But would…

After Raising a $30M Series B, Fido Credit Sets its Sights on Tackling Uganda’s Credit Gap.

by Jonathan LFintechsICTIndustry & AnalysisNews & AnalysisThe Big StorySeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024

According to the International Financial Centre (IFC), Africa has a credit gap of $330 billion. Some estimates put this figure as high as $800 billion. Due to low banking penetration,…

South Africa Founded Fintech Omnisient Secures $7.5 Million Investment From Arise to Grow Financial Inclusion Across Africa and Beyond.

by Jonathan LAdvertising & CommunicationAfricaCompany NewsFinanceFintechsGlobal NewsICTIndustry & AnalysisThe Big StoryAugust 27, 2024August 27, 2024

South African fintech start-up Omnisient has received a $7.5 million investment from Arise, a company that invests in African financial service providers and fintechs that advance financial inclusion. Founded in…

Jumia’s Revenue Falls 25% in Q2 2024, Set to Raise $100m to Improve Cash Position.

by Jonathan LCompany NewsGlobal NewsICTIndustry & AnalysisStartupsThe Big StoryAugust 7, 2024August 7, 2024

Jumia Technologies AG, Africa’s e-commerce giant, has reported its financial performance for the second quarter of 2024, revealing a complex interplay of challenges and strategic responses. The company’s revenue for…

Starlink Internet is Coming to Uganda in Q4 2024. Here is Everything You Need to Know.

by Jonathan LAdvertising & CommunicationICTIndustry & AnalysisNews & AnalysisStartupsAugust 7, 2024August 7, 2024

 As Uganda’s population increasingly embraces the digital age, the country’s internet landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. The once-dominant players, Airtel and MTN, now face stiff competition from a growing…