CIPESA

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CIPESA works to promote inclusive and effective use of ICT in Africa for improved governance and livelihoods.

Uganda

cipesa.org

Joined March 2011

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Oct 19
#DigitalPublicInfrastructure is changing how Africans access services, vote, and transact. But technical integration is moving faster than the safeguards meant to protect rights. Our State of Internet Freedom in Africa 2026 report recommends: ✅ Governments: assess human
NITA-Uganda and UCC
Biometric Update
@BiometricUpdate
Oct 13
CIPESA’s study of 11 African countries warns digital ID and public service systems could deepen exclusion without stronger governance, connectivity and human rights safeguards. #DigitalIdentity #DPI biometricupdate.com/202610/digital…
CIPESA
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Oct 30
At the 7th Forum on Business and Human Rights, John Kakungulu Walugembe of Federation of Small and Medium Enterprises(FSME) challenged policies that tax smartphones while promoting digitalisation. When devices and data are priced out of reach, the right to take part in the
Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and John Kakungulu Walugembe
CIPESA
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Oct 30
Joshua Akandwanho of @NITAUganda1 called for regulation “that does not stifle innovation, but provides transparency and accountability” at the recently concluded Business and Human Rights Forum in #Kampala, #Uganda. On this episode of #BeeraSharp, Dr. Julius Byaruhanga of
Evidence&Methods Lab and 2 others
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Oct 29
“The Future of Work in the Wake of Technology and Emerging Protectionist Areas” was our session at yesterday’s 7th Forum on Business and Human Rights. Lyllian Nakasujja of Refactory warned that many gig workers share copious amounts of personal and banking details with platforms
Pearl Gakazi and Enabel in Uganda
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Oct 29
🇰🇪Kenya’s general elections on August 10, 2027 are 285 days away, and they will be an acid test for media freedom and digital rights. Elections bring a high risk of #InternetShutdowns, and #Kenya is already showing warning signs: Telegram blocks during national exams and
NCIC Kenya and 3 others