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Uganda Digital Society and National ICT Innovation Hub collaborate to strengthen Uganda’s Digital Innovation Ecosystem

October 7, 2025October 7, 2025 jeremiah

The Uganda Digital Society (UDS) has entered into a strategic partnership with the National ICT Innovation Hub (NIIH), under the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, to contribute towards ongoing efforts transforming Uganda’s innovation landscape and the country’s digital transformation journey. Together, this collaboration will strengthen Uganda’s position as a regional hub for ICT-driven innovation

East African Region Faces Critical Challenges in Type 1 Diabetes Care for Children and Young People

May 15, 2025 admin

A new report by the Access to Medicine Foundation has shed light on the urgent need to improve access to care for children and young people (CYP) with type 1 diabetes (T1D) in East Africa. The report, which analyzes 11 initiatives supported by major pharmaceutical companies, reveals the stark inequities in access to diagnosis, treatment,

How the Internet Has Transformed Life in Uganda

December 23, 2024January 10, 2025 admin

In recent years, the Internet has become an integral part of life for many Ugandans, especially those in urban areas. While access remains limited in some rural regions, the internet has sparked significant improvements in education, business, healthcare, and communication. The demand for fast, reliable, and affordable internet has surged, particularly in cities like Kampala,

Common Card Payments Myths and Misconceptions by Ugandans Debunked

March 1, 2024March 4, 2024 admin

The landscape of financial payments in Uganda is rapidly evolving as consumers increasingly prioritize convenience and speed in their payment methods. The surge in demand for digital payment services reflects this trend, with mobile money transactions experiencing a notable 7.7 percent increase in volume and a 2.9 percent uptick in value, soaring to UGX 62.2 trillion

Inauguration of Transition Committee for Social Health Authority Marks Key Step Towards Healthcare Reform in Kenya

January 31, 2024 admin

The event marks a significant milestone in the implementation of the Social Health Act of 2023, which necessitates all NHIF members to register afresh with the Social Health Authority under the Social Health Insurance Fund

Wellahealth, Pula Advisors and Sprints Win Fifth Edition of Africa’s Business Heroes Competition

November 27, 2023November 28, 2023 Arthur

Entrepreneurs hailing from Nigeria, Kenya and Egypt were in the top three following the final pitching session in the Grand Finale; Africa’s Business Heroes grant recipients contribute to the creation of over 123,000 direct and indirect jobs through their entrepreneurial endeavors.

Ed Partners secures $10m DFC loan guarantee commitment to expand access to affordable education in Kenya

November 24, 2023November 24, 2023 Arthur

Kenya’s Ed Partners Africa, a non-banking financial institution that specialises in providing loans to affordable private schools, has announced the commitment of a US$10 million loan guarantee facility from the United States’ Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to help it expand access to affordable education.

Africa’s mobile revolution has hit a plateau

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Arthur

The new goal for African telcos is becoming technology platforms not just old goody mobile carriers with dynamic software solutions replacing traditional voice calls and SMS

What has $15 billion of investments in African startups taught investors?

November 14, 2023November 17, 2023 Arthur

Outside of tracking fundraising metrics, the last $12bn to $15bn invested in African startups through VC should have been a learning experience. So what are we learning about these experiments in African venture capital so far?

Thinking about Jumia and the future of e-commerce

November 13, 2023November 17, 2023 admin

In 2012, Jumia, Africa’s first ecommerce giant, revolutionised shopping by offering the service online, alongside shipping. Since then, they have grown as a market leader over the African continent. They have also gone on to list their shares on the stock exchange, in 2019. The listing went well; their stock prices surged 75% on its first day of trading. This made the company a unicorn with an over $3 billion valuation. But four years after that IPO, everything has crashed. Its stock now trades at somewhere around $4, losing nearly 70% of its value since its listing date.