Uganda mobile money: How taxes are pushing the unbanked back to cash

Mobile money transaction value hit 253.7 trillion shillings in 2024, far surpassing commercial bank assets and signaling a major shift ...

Marshal Luusa, technology and innovation lead for KPMG One Africa, said the primary differentiator for the continent is the ability to build the skills and governance required to scale technology responsibly.

Tech executives prioritize AI integration and talent to lead Intelligence Age

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

30/01/2026

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Marshal Luusa, technology and innovation lead for KPMG One Africa, said the primary differentiator for the continent is the ability ...

Uganda's Kayoola E-Coach succeeds in a trans-African test run, securing a major contract for 450 electric buses and positioning the nation as a tech exporter.

Ugandan-built electric bus proves reliability on 4,400-mile Cape Town expedition

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

11/12/2025

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Uganda's Kayoola E-Coach succeeds in a trans-African test run, securing a major contract for 450 electric buses and positioning the ...

Pan-African telecom provider Paratus Group launches Paratus Uganda in a joint venture with Roke Telkom to deliver cross-border fiber connectivity to enterprise clients.

Paratus Group launches joint telecom venture with Roke Telkom in Uganda

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

05/11/2025

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Pan-African telecom provider Paratus Group launches Paratus Uganda in a joint venture with Roke Telkom to deliver cross-border fiber connectivity ...

Speaking to reporters at Morulinga State Lodge in Napak District on Wednesday, Museveni made his declaration amid an ongoing campaign tour ahead of the 2026 general elections.

Museveni vows to crush Karamoja rustlers with tech, dogs

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

31/10/2025

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Speaking to reporters at Morulinga State Lodge in Napak District on Wednesday, Museveni made his declaration amid an ongoing campaign ...

C-Care IHK in Kampala has launched East Africa's first private modular operating theatre, featuring 99.99% filtered air and automated infection control. Learn how this high-tech unit aims to transform complex surgeries and patient safety in Uganda.

C-Care IHK unveils high-tech modular operating room in Kampala

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

28/10/2025

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C-Care IHK in Kampala has launched East Africa's first private modular operating theatre, featuring 99.99% filtered air and automated infection ...

World Robotics 2025: Global operational robot stock hits 4.66 million. Asia drives demand (74% of installations), with China leading the surge; US market slows.

Global Robot demand in factories doubles over 10 years

by JAVIRA SSEBWAMI | PUBLIC EDITOR

29/09/2025

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World Robotics 2025: Global operational robot stock hits 4.66 million. Asia drives demand (74% of installations), with China leading the ...

Bank of Uganda Deputy Governor Augustus Nuwagaba emphasizes the need for financial institutions to embrace the fintech revolution for economic transformation and inclusion.

Bank of Uganda unveils ‘SupTech’ system to enhance regulatory oversight

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

23/09/2025

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Michael Atingi-Ego, Deputy Governor of Bank of Uganda (PHOTO/Courtesy) KAMPALA, Uganda — The Bank of Uganda has launched a new ...

Airtel Africa's new AI-powered spam detection service has flagged over 205 million unwanted SMS messages across 13 countries in just six months, helping to create a safer network for customers.

Airtel Africa’s AI Service Flags Over 205M Spam Messages

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

21/09/2025

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Airtel Africa's new AI-powered spam detection service has flagged over 205 million unwanted SMS messages across 13 countries in just ...

India's largest telecom infrastructure provider, Indus Towers, announces its official entry into Uganda. The move aims to boost local telecom growth and leverage its strategic partnership with Bharti Airtel.

Indus Towers Leverages Airtel Partnership for Uganda Expansion

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

08/09/2025

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India's largest telecom infrastructure provider, Indus Towers, announces its official entry into Uganda. The move aims to boost local telecom ...

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