Youth, Innovation & Inclusion: Inside UNDP’s Mission to Accelerate Uganda’s Digital Economy

AI for Good with Ernest Mwebaze

In this episode, we sit down with Ernest Mwebaze, CEO of Sunbird AI [https://sunbird.ai/] to discuss how his team is using artificial intelligence to power African language technologies. Ernest shares Sunbird’s journey, the importance of building inclusive digital tools rooted in local languages, and what it takes to scale impactful innovation from Africa for Africa.

Youth, Innovation & Inclusion: Inside UNDP’s Mission to Accelerate Uganda’s Digital Economy

In this episode of the ICTea Podcast, we sit down with a Nwanne Vwede-Obahor, Resident Representative of United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Uganda, to to explore how digital innovation is accelerating Uganda’s development journey. From shaping a digitally empowered nation to creating pathways for youth to thrive in the digital economy, this conversation dives into the policies, partnerships, and programmes redefining Uganda’s future.

Innovation is not just an event, Michael Niyitegeka.

Digital skilling is essential for growing Uganda’s tech talent and transforming the nation’s innovation landscape. To drive meaningful change, we must be intentional in connecting fresh graduates with experienced professionals who can guide them as they explore and develop innovations in their chosen fields. The key to true innovation lies in immersing yourself in a domain, understanding its challenges, and creating technology-driven solutions to bridge those gaps. #DigitalSkills #InnovationHubUg #TechTalent #YouthEmpowerment

Why have knowledge of cybersecurity and Data Privacy?

"Cyberattacks are no longer a question of "IF" but a question of "WHEN" _Emmanuel Chagara, CEO of Milima Security and cybersecurity academy.Anyone is prone to cyber threats, whether a small business using mobile money, a bank, a school, or even an individual.Having knowledge of different ways to protect yourself online is an essential skill that every individual should acquire

Global Encryption Day

In this episode of ICTea, we join the global community in marking Global Encryption Day [https://innovationhub.ug/the-national-ict-innovation-hub-celebrates-global-encryption-day/], a day dedicated to promoting the importance of strong encryption in protecting privacy, security, and trust online. We’ll unpack what encryption really means, why it’s essential for individuals, businesses, and governments, and how it supports Uganda’s broader digital transformation agenda.