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Our vision as Government is to leverage ICTs to spur economic transformation & improve people’s lives. Technology per se will be of no or little consequence if it doesn’t translate into a better quality of life for our people.
#SDT2023
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The government has been deliberate, and it works. For example, @MoICT_Ug has been supporting ICT innovators since 2017 when the National ICT Initiatives Support Programme (@NIISP_ICT ) was launched. A lot has been achieved, including the operationalisation of the @innovationhubug, which provides an incubation centre for developers. @azawedde @JustineLumumba
To Ugandan system and website developers, we need to have an honest conversation.
You can spend months building an app or SaaS to solve Uganda’s problems, only to realise that digital illiteracy is still a problem of its own. People may not understand your platform, trust it or even give it attention.
And sometimes, the solutions we build are better suited for markets where people already have the digital habits and purchasing power we assume Ugandans have.
One more thing: you cannot sustainably solve a country's financial problems when you're financially struggling yourself.
Build something that solves your own financial problem first. Get it working, earn from it, learn from the market, then use that experience to tackle bigger problems.
Uganda needs innovative developers, yes. But it also needs developers who understand the market they're building for.
We're not just building software. We're building businesses in a society that is still learning how to use, trust and pay for digital solutions.
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
Today, @Hon_Ssebugwawo, State Minister for Information officially opened the Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) @50 Golden Jubilee Conference in Jinja on behalf of H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.
In his address, the President commended PRAU for 50 years of advancing public relations and building institutional trust. He urged communication professionals to uphold truth, ethical standards and responsible communication while projecting Uganda’s development story to local and international audiences.
@KagutaMuseveni
@PRAU_Uganda
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
INTERACTION | NATIONAL DATA STRATEGY
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of ICT and National Guidance @azawedde interacts with attendees during the official launch of Uganda’s National Data Strategy on 20 October 2026.
#NationalDataStrategy
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
Today, Hon. @Hon_Ssebugwawo , Minister of State for Information, officially launched Uganda’s National Data Strategy, setting a shared direction for how the country can better manage, protect, share and use data to drive national development.
The strategy is built around three key pillars: data governance, data infrastructure and strategic data utilisation, supported by people and culture, and research, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Today, we marked an important milestone in Uganda’s digital transformation with the launch of the National Data Strategy.
Data plays an important role in how we plan, make decisions and deliver services to our people.
This Strategy provides a framework for better coordination across Government institutions, ensuring that data is well managed, secure and put to good use in addressing the needs of our citizens.
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
Pleased to join today’s panel at the launch of Uganda’s National Data Strategy. Congratulations @MoICT_Ug @azawedde @mmubangizi15! I highlighted universities’ role in training people to manage, analyse & safeguard data for better decisions & services.
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
“As accounting officers and institutional leaders, we must connect the Strategy to our plans and budgets. This includes improving our records, identifying where secure data sharing can improve services, and addressing our teams' skills needs. The Ministry will work with Ministries, Departments and Agencies, local governments, the private sector and development partners to coordinate the rollout. Public awareness will accompany this work so that citizens understand the Strategy and have opportunities to raise concerns.”
- Dr. Aminah Zawedde,
Permanent Secretary @MoICT_Ug
#NationalDataStrategy
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“Uganda’s National Data Strategy is homegrown, shaped by input from public institutions, the private sector, civil society and academia, and guided by a whole-of-government approach to managing and using data.” — Dr @azawedde, Permanent Secretary at @MoICT_Ug, during the launch of Uganda’s National Data Strategy at Mestil Hotel in Kampala.
📸 Photos by Mpalanyi Ssentongo
#VisionUpdates
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Aminah Zawedde retweeted
What a day to remember! 🇺🇬 An exciting moment for Uganda as we launched the National Data Strategy.
Thank you to @MoICT_Ug for the leadership, and to all who contributed across government, academia, the private sector and civil society.
Looking forward to continued collaboration as we move from strategy to implementation and work towards a coordinated and vibrant data-driven economy.
#NationalDataStrategy
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
As @Parliament_Ug Committee on ICT & National Guidance, we commend the @MoICT_Ug for launching the National Data Strategy.
We appeal to Government to expedite the:
- A.I Strategy
- A.I Policy
- Review of the ICT tax regime
- Last mile connectivity
@UNDPUganda @UNGlobalPulseUG
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
I would like to extend sincere appreciation to our development partners, @UNGlobalPulseUG & @UNDPUganda for their support and collaboration in organising this launch and advancing Uganda’s data agenda. We greatly value yourpartnership and look forward to continued collaboration.
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
Reliable data is the foundation of good decisions. As we drive Uganda’s digital transformation, let’s champion accurate, protected and well used statistics for better services, accountability and investment.
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
Today I launched Uganda’s National Data Strategy 2026 at Mestil Hotel, it’s an important milestone in our country’s digital transformation journey. We are setting a shared direction for how Uganda can better manage, protect, share and use data to drive national development.
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
A proud moment for Uganda’s data journey! 🇺🇬
Uganda has officially launched its National Data Strategy!
We are proud to be part of @UNDP, @MoICT_Ug, and partners in launching Uganda's National Data Strategy, a key step towards strengthening Uganda's digital transformation, accelerating national development through a stronger data ecosystem, and achieving inclusive socio-economic transformation.
#NationalDataStrategy
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HAPPENING NOW: Minister of State for ICT and National Guidance Joyce Nabbosa Ssebugwawo is presiding over the launch of Uganda’s National Data Strategy at Mestil Hotel in Kampala.
The strategy is being launched under the theme, “Unlocking the Power of Data for Uganda’s Transformation.”
📸 Photos by Mpalanyi Ssentongo
#VisionUpdates
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Aminah Zawedde retweeted
“Uganda’s National Data Strategy is homegrown, shaped by input from public institutions, the private sector, civil society and academia, and guided by a whole-of-government approach to managing and using data.” Dr. @azawedde, Permanent Secretary, @MoICT_Ug.
@UNGlobalPulseUG
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Aminah Zawedde retweeted
Happening now: The launch of Uganda’s National Data Strategy at @MestilHotel, Kampala. The event brings together government, the private sector, academia and development partners to strengthen data coordination and promote a data-driven economy for socio-economic transformation.
Aminah Zawedde retweeted
Data is a powerful engine for sustainable development. When collected, managed, and used responsibly, it transforms public services, protects citizens, and accelerates progress for all Ugandans. 📊🇺🇬
Tomorrow, @MoICT_Ug, alongside @UNDPUganda and @UNGlobalPulseUG, will officially launch the 𝐔𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲.
A critical milestone toward an inclusive, trusted, and people-centered data ecosystem.
#NationalDataStrategy
