Uganda’s creator economy is rising as a powerful engine for youth empowerment, job creation, and digital innovation. In a country where over 75% of the population is under the age of 30, digital content creation is not just a trend,…
Africa’s Largest Tech & Startup Show Expands, Introducing Industry-Defining Innovations, Global Exhibitors, and Cutting-Edge Digital Initiatives Under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, May God Assist Him, the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, in partnership with…
In a groundbreaking move aimed at revolutionizing workplace dynamics, Roke Telkom, Uganda’s homegrown telecommunications provider, has partnered with THAUT, a cloud-based emotional intelligence (EI) platform, to launch an innovative solution designed to enhance organizational engagement and foster meaningful connections. The partnership, announced…
MTN Uganda has once again solidified its leadership in the telecom industry with exceptional performance over the first nine months of 2024 under the guidance of CEO Sylvia Mulinge. The company’s achievements reflect a robust commitment to enhancing digital connectivity…
In today’s digital landscape, capturing moments through video or social media posts has become nearly instinctive. This shift towards online expression, whether personal or commercial, underscores the influence of the creator economy, redefining how we communicate, consume, and share experiences.…
MTN Uganda successfully held the inaugural MTN ICT Expo 2024, a landmark event set to revolutionize Uganda’s digital landscape. The Expo, held on the 1st and 2nd of August at the prestigious Mestil Hotel, brought together industry leaders, innovators, and…
FlexiPay, Stanbic Bank’s digital payment platform, has partnered with International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Upesi Money Transfer, a regional payments company, to enable FlexiPay users to send, receive money from abroad with ease. Josephine Nakato Kasacca, Lead Customer…
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has projected that Africa will need to double its annual expenditure to $6 billion in order to expand its digital infrastructure and bridge the connectivity gap between people and businesses on the continent. This projected…
The Ugandan government is banking on its comprehensive Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Information Technology Outsourcing (ITO) strategy to create 100,000 direct jobs by 2030. This ambitious plan aims to tackle the country’s youth unemployment crisis, with approximately 10 million…
A thriving creative economy fuels innovation, jobs, and economic growth across Africa. Recognizing this potential, the African Union and Google Africa have joined forces to launch the #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Challenge, a month-long campaign of the continent’s rich diversity, heritage, and…
Huawei Cloud Enterprise Innovation and SME Summit Uganda 2024 kicked off in Kampala where over 100 industry startups, fintech’s, venture capitals, government organizations and key strategic partners in Uganda gathered for a colorful event held at the Kampala Sheraton Hotel…
Tappi, an end-to-end digital commerce SaaS solution tailored for Africa’s MSMEs, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) to deliver digital services specifically geared towards bolstering online credibility and identity for…
MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MTN MoMo), a leader in digital payments, proudly announces the launch of its innovative ticketing option on the MoMo platform. The unveiling took place at the MTN Headquarters, where esteemed guests from various industries gathered…
As economies around the world recover from the pangs and negative side-effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses are evolving with technology, in a bid to operate effectively and efficiently, using minimal resources. Because of this major shift in operational modes,…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] MTN Uganda recently launched a fixed Internet product for businesses. This fiber internet service dubbed MTN Business Internet is specifically tailored to meet the internet needs of small to medium business owners, offering them unlimited, fast and reliable Internet…