The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat and Partner States are tasked with implementing the EAC Elimination of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) Mobile Application by April 30, 2024. Developed with the assistance of Trademark Africa, this app aims to streamline reporting, monitoring, and elimination of NTBs within the community.
Google rebranded its ChatGPT-style chatbot to Gemini, aiming for heightened visibility across its product line as it competes with Microsoft in AI innovation.
The URA Customs Department and Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) discussed operationalizing the Gulu Logistics Hub (GLH) in Northern Uganda. Originally, it was suggested that URA manages it as a Regional Custom Designated Area (RCDA) for streamlined cargo transportation. The Permanent Secretary agreed, and during discussions, URC’s MD sought clarity on benefits and costs. The URA […]
Snapchat, the youth-focused social media platform, revealed plans to cut approximately 10% of its global workforce, citing a reorganization aimed at reducing hierarchy and fostering in-person collaboration.
Eight major technology companies, including Microsoft and Mastercard, have pledged to develop “more ethical” artificial intelligence (AI) in alignment with UNESCO’s framework of principles.
Last year, a manipulated video of Biden voting with his granddaughter sparked controversy, reported as hate speech to Meta. The oversight board criticized Meta’s content standards, highlighting concerns about disinformation during critical election periods
The Commercial Division of the High Court in Kampala, led by Judge Patricia Kahigi Asiimwe, has affirmed the legality of contracts formed through WhatsApp chats.
Mr. Thomas Tayebwa, Deputy Speaker of Parliament, advocated for a revision of data and privacy regulations at the 2024 Data Privacy Day Conference in Kampala.
A historic collaboration between the Ugandan government and twelve UN agencies has resulted in the launch of a ground-breaking program that marks the beginning of a new chapter in the nation’s data strategy. Under the direction of the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), the Joint Programme for Data and Statistics (JPDS) is a massive US$ […]
Centenary Bank has taken a bold step into the digital realm by launching banking services on WhatsApp, providing customers with a convenient way to manage their finances
