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New Ugandan AI and Robotics School to Empower Women in Tech, Boost Agriculture
A new school in Uganda has introduced two key initiatives aimed at advancing agriculture and increasing female participation in the technology sector.
Key Stakeholders Meet to Strengthen Uganda’s Business Process Outsourcing Industry
The Ministry of ICT & National Guidance, under the leadership of Permanent Secretary Dr. Aminah Zawedde, recently organized a strategic meeting focused on Business Process Outsourcing (BPO).
DeepSeek’s AI Model: Why the App is Winning
A Chinese startup, DeepSeek, made waves in the tech world last week by launching an AI assistant that rivals top-tier models like OpenAI’s GPT-4—but at a fraction of the cost.
Report: UCC’s Assesses Mobile Communication Services in Uganda
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) recently evaluated mobile voice and data services across different Uganda towns.
Uganda’s Fintech Sector: A Game Changer in Banking
In 2022, Uganda’s fintech sector added over 10,000 new jobs, with projections suggesting this number will exceed 20,000 by 2025.
C-Care Uganda Introduces Cutting-Edge MRI Services
C-Care Uganda has unveiled a state-of-the-art 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner at its C-Care IHK hospital. Formally International Hospital Kampala (IHK), C-Care IHK is a multi-specialty hospital that uses a patient-first approach in providing health care services.
Uganda and China Partner to Advance Perennial Rice Technology
Researchers from Uganda’s National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) are working closely with China to establish global partnerships in rice research.
The Rise of Uganda as a Financial Services Leader in Africa
Uganda’s financial services sector has undergone significant transformation, positioning the country as a leader in mobile money and digital banking within Africa.
Uganda Sets up AI Health Lab at Makerere University
Uganda has taken a leap in healthcare innovation by inaugurating the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Health Lab at Makerere University.
Talkio Mobile Partners with Banana Life Investments to Boost Telecom’s Access
Talkio Mobile, a new player in Uganda’s telecommunications market, has announced a strategic partnership with Banana Life Investments, a prominent mobile phone and retail chain.