Uganda holds stakeholder consultations on National Emerging Technologies Strategy

By:  Robert Kwaku Annor

The Ministry of ICT & National Guidance in Uganda has convened sector-based focus group discussions as part of efforts to develop the country’s National Emerging Technologies Strategy.

The engagement brought together stakeholders from government, industry, academia and the private sector to share perspectives on how emerging technologies can support Uganda’s digital transformation and economic growth.

Participants discussed the potential of technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, the Internet of Things, big data, robotics, cloud computing and quantum computing in strengthening innovation and expanding opportunities within the country’s digital economy.

Speaking during the discussions, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Aminah Zawedde, said Uganda is at a critical point in its digital transformation journey and that policy decisions taken today will shape how the country’s economy, institutions and society evolve in the coming decades.

According to her, the development of the strategy is intended to guide the responsible adoption and deployment of emerging technologies while positioning Uganda to benefit from global technological advancements.

The consultations form part of a broader process aimed at gathering inputs from key stakeholders to ensure that the National Emerging Technologies Strategy reflects the priorities of government, industry and the wider technology ecosystem.