For many of the newly licensed Free Zone operators, the real work is only just beginning. After the excitement of approvals, incentives, and investment plans, they now face something far …
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How Gulu and Hoima Are Becoming Uganda’s Next Technology Hubs
For years, Uganda’s technology story has been synonymous with Kampala. The capital has dominated conversations around innovation, fintech, startup funding, digital infrastructure, and entrepreneurship. It became the natural home of …
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May 2026 in Review: The Politics, Scandals, Technology and Economic Decisions That Shaped Uganda
If you fell asleep on May 1st and woke up today, you wouldn’t recognize Uganda. In just 31 days, the nation has sworn in a new Parliament, watched its former …
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The 11,000 Shilling Habit: What the Average Ugandan Actually Spends on Phone Data
Across Uganda, a quiet but telling daily ritual shapes digital life. People pause their work, open their phones, and dial *175# or *100# to check remaining megabytes. It is a …
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Uganda Digital Society Announces First John Babirukamu Annual Memorial Lecture
Industry leaders, young professionals, academia and innovators to gather for a landmark conversation on mentorship, leadership and Uganda’s digital future. May 28th 2026, Kampala, Uganda. The Uganda Digital Society (UDS) …
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How Ugandan Businesses Are Using Digital Marketplaces to Scale Faster
In Uganda today, more businesses, big and small are realizing that going digital is not just a trend, but a real pathway to growth. With the rise of online shopping, …