This account is managed by @GCICUganda to support Science, Technology & Innovation communications in Uganda.

Uganda
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The Minister of Works and Transport, Hon. Fred Byamukama, has halted outstanding payments of over Ugx. 386.9 billion to a Serbian civil engineering contracting company over “fake claims”. #GCICMediaReview
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President Museveni has commissioned and launched a series of military facilities, equipment and training infrastructure under Uganda’s defense cooperation with Russia. #GCICMediaReview
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The Government has said it will sue Travelerswho illegally enter Uganda from Ebola affected areas while concealing symptoms, warning that offenders could face heavy penalties as authorities move to strengthen border surveillance and screening. #GCICMediaReview
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Ggoobi’s paper raises questions about how effectively government interventions, including subsided electricity, tax incentives, and industrial parks, are translating into productive investment.   #GCICMediaReview
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President Museveni has committed UGX 200b to support efforts to improve communication and media engagement across government agencies. #GCICMediaReview
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During a meeting held yesterday at State House Entebbe, President Museveni and Mehamood, discussed opportunities for co-operation in artificial intelligence and digital transformation. #GCICMediaReview
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Hon. @KabbyangaB, urged all Internet Service Providers, content providers, and digital businesses to actively peer at the NIPX so that the government and private sector could work together to build a faster,cheaper,more secure, and resilient internet for every Ugandan. #OpenGovUg
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.@NITAUganda1 in partnership with the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, officially launched the upcoming National IP Peering Exchange (NIPX), a major step toward faster, more affordable internet and strengthened digital sovereignty in Uganda. #OpenGovUg
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Uganda is set to launch a space-based climate monitoring camera, ClimCam, with the Falcon 9 launch on Friday, April 10, 2026. #OpenGovUg
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GCIC Science, Tech & Innovation retweeted
Our Regulation and Compliance team concluded a successful awareness training mission on cyber laws and security across Jinja, Mbale, and Tororo. The mission focused on three strategic areas: 📌Institutional Sensitization: Educated key government bodies including High Courts, Local Governments, and Prisons on cyber laws and cybersecurity. 📌Standards & Certification: Conducted compliance assessments and IT certifications for private service providers to ensure adherence to national standards. 📌Legal & Academic Engagement: Hosted sessions at the Law Development Centre (LDC) Mbale on AI ethics, digital footprint management, and the legal implications of computer misuse. As digital transformation accelerates, building a secure, informed, and compliant ecosystem is no longer optional. We remain dedicated to empowering our stakeholders with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the digital space safely, responsibly, and with confidence. #NITAU #DigitizeUG
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The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda has donated 25 laptops to the Uganda Media Centre to boost government communication. #GCICMediaReview
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The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance invites the public to be part of the Strategy Development Process by sharing views on key priorities and impactful interventions. Link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e1FA… Deadline: 27th March 2026. #OpenGovUg
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GCIC Science, Tech & Innovation retweeted
VIDEO: As we move more services online, the risks evolve alongside the opportunities. Today, we sit down with Sengendo Dida (Consumer Affairs Officer, @NITAUganda1 ) to discuss the vital role of IT Consumer Protection. If you’ve ever wondered how @NITAUganda1 holds service providers accountable or what steps to take when a digital transaction goes wrong, this video is for you. Dida breaks down: 📌The step-by-step process for filing a complaint. 📌Red flags to watch for when using e-services. 📌How NITA-U monitors providers to ensure fairness and transparency. Don't be left in the dark, watch the video below and stay protected! #ITConsumerProtection #NITAU @NITAUgandaED @MoICT_Ug @GCIC_Tech @ucpaUG
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Uganda Communications Commission has launched a nationwide campaign urging safer digital practices under the theme “Safe Products, Confident Consumers,” in line with World Consumer Rights Day. #GCICMediaReview
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GCIC Science, Tech & Innovation retweeted
To accelerate ICT job creation for the youth, @GovUganda has supported over 8 innovation hubs nationwide, subsidised bandwidth for BPOs, and enabled local assembly of SIMI mobile phones in Namanve. These strategic interventions are driving growth in the ICT sector and expanding employment opportunities for young people. #OpenGovUg
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Under the Local Digital Content agenda, @GovUganda is advancing the promotion of Ugandan-made digital products and platforms. To date, Orion TVs are now being produced locally, while Ugandan-developed apps and digital platforms continue to receive support, strengthening the country’s footprint & competitiveness in the digital space. #OpenGovUg
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Promoting Ugandan digital products has delivered locally produced Orion TVs and supported homegrown apps and platforms, strengthening Uganda’s presence in the digital space. #OpenGovUg
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Uganda is accelerating ICT job creation for youth and growing the digital economy. #OpenGovUg
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Government moved key public services online, including e-Visa, e-Tax, e-Driving Permits, e-Vouchers, online wealth declaration and digitised IFMS, accelerating remote service delivery. #OpenGovUg
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