Country Guide
What is on the books and what is moving in Uganda across data governance, fintech and payments, cybersecurity, e-commerce, competition and digital taxation. Updated continuously from regulator sites, ministries and other official, verifiable sources.
Emerging Technology · 28 Sept 2026
At NCC 2026 (25 Sept 2026, Makerere University), organised by UCC with Makerere's College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, ICT Minister Justine Kasule Lumumba said research must underpin po…
Digital Infrastructure · 28 Sept 2026
Airtel Uganda and Starlink launched a direct-to-device satellite-to-mobile service (24 Sept 2026, Kampala Marriott Hotel) letting ordinary smartphones send SMS and light data (e.g. WhatsApp) in areas …
Digital Infrastructure · 17 Aug 2026
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has officially opened applications for radio broadcasting frequencies in eight specific districts: Maracha, Gulu, Kitgum, Abim, Kaabong, Kotido, Hoima, and K…
Digital Taxation · 10 Aug 2026
On 10 August 2026, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) announced a tightening of the rules governing the Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing System (EFRIS), expanding the categories of taxpayers…
Fintech & Payments · In Force
Uganda National Payment Systems Act 2020
Licensing and oversight regime for payment service providers and operators.
Data Governance · In Force
Uganda Data Protection and Privacy Act 2019
Provides rights of data subjects and obligations of controllers; administered by PDPO.
Digital Health · In Force
Uganda Digital Health Strategic Plan 2021-2025
Five-year strategic plan for digital health adoption.
E-commerce & Platforms · In Force
Uganda Electronic Transactions Act 2011
E-commerce and e-signature legislation.
Consumer Protection · Draft
Uganda Consumer Protection Bill 2024
Pending consumer protection bill including digital commerce.
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