Technology 19 March 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
IT Experts in Kigezi Flag Infrastructure Gaps Hindering Tech Innovation
IT practitioners from Uganda's Kigezi sub-region have pinpointed unreliable internet, electricity shortages, and policy gaps as major barriers to technological advancements in rural education institutions. They call for swift government action to bolster infrastructure and update regulations. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/practitioners-highlight-hindrances-to-technological-innovations--5397242
IT professionals from the Kigezi sub-region voiced significant obstacles impeding tech innovations, particularly in upcountry educational facilities, during a stakeholder forum in Kabale Town.
The event, hosted by the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, focused on Uganda’s National Strategy on Emerging Technologies.
Benjamin Taremwa, IT Officer at Rugarama Hospital, highlighted issues like poor digital infrastructure, inconsistent power supply, high bandwidth costs, and limited access to advanced computing resources. He also stressed the need to revise laws for better data protection and innovation governance.
Dr. Willbroad Byamukama of Agro-innovations Ltd advocated for new regulations, tax reductions, subsidized tools, rural internet expansion, and stable electricity to drive sector growth.
Gloria Nassuna, a Data Networks Engineer at the Ministry of ICT, assured that these inputs will shape the national strategy being crafted with the National Information Technology Authority.
The ongoing consultations aim to create a framework for responsibly adopting emerging digital technologies nationwide.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)