Utilizing An Online System, Uganda Registration Services Bureau Reduces Business Registration Time To Hours
The Online Business Registration System has expedited the registration process, cutting down on turnaround time from several days to only a few hours, as per the information provided in the 2022–2023 Annual Report. Smooth registration transactions are made possible by the system’s complete integration with the Uganda Revenue Authority and the National Identity and Registration Authority.
Uganda and South Sudan Work Together on a Cutting-Edge Cargo Monitoring System
Commissioner General of the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), and the Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) recently had conversations. Their discussion at the URA headquarters in Nakawa was centered around the new cargo monitoring system that was going to be put into place.
Facebook and The Government are Negotiating to End The Three-Year Ban
Chris Baryomunsi, Minister of Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) and National Guidance. Dr. Baryomunsi told Ugandans during a conference hosted by the ICT ministry that the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is in discussions with Facebook to determine how to resume operations in the nation.
Kampala Traders are Educated About Digital Taxes By URA
The tax expert highlighted that handling EFRIS transactions doesn’t require advanced technology, saying that people can send transactions and receive electronic invoices and receipts using their phones.
2024 Data Protection Campaign Launched by the Ministry of ICT to Protect Individual Privacy
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics and other government organizations that have access to personal data have received a strong warning from Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of ICT, asking them to use the information for the intended purpose in a professional and ethical manner.
Airtel Uganda Announced Participation as the 19th NAM and G77 Summits’ Internet Partner
Uganda’s Kampala Airtel Uganda has proudly announced its participation as the Internet Partner for the upcoming 19th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement, a significant move that highlights the company’s dedication to digital inclusivity and technical growth. This week in Kampala, the news was made at a press briefing.
TECNO Mobile and Airtel Uganda will Collaborate to Increase Smartphone Access Throughout the Nation
In partnership with TECNO Mobile Uganda, an innovative technology company, and StarTimes, Airtel Uganda, the first 5G network, unveiled the thrilling SPARK 20 Pro+, a new addition to its well-liked SPARK 20 Series.
500 Sim Cards Are Donated by Airtel Uganda, During the NAM and G-77+China Summits.
Airtel Uganda has increased its support as Uganda gets ready to host the G-77+China and Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) summits by giving 500 phone Sim-Cards filled with airtime valued at sh50,000 to delegates attending the two major events. Additionally, the telecom company has been chosen to serve as the summits’ official backup internet service provider.
Ugandan Smartphone Manufacturer Mione Increases Mobile Market Share with 500,000 New Devices
Between December 2022 and March 2023, the number of devices in Uganda using the telecom network increased by 3%, totaling 39.1 million. This increase is mostly attributable to the growing use of feature and smart devices, which increased by 3% on a quarterly basis to 24.5 million and 12.6 million, respectively, according to a portion of the report.
The Government Launches a Digital Platform For International Trade Operations
PACEID sees TradeXchange as a digital export transformation platform in collaboration with Technology Associates and CargoX. The platform’s goal is to assist exporters, alleviate trade bottlenecks, and make compliance with global trade rules easier.