By: Beatrice Kayaga As Uganda continues to embrace the digital age, the importance of active legislative engagement in internet governance has never been greater. On April 30, 2025, the Internet Society Uganda Chapter, in collaboration with the Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA), with support from the Civil Society Alliances…
The Uganda Internet Governance Forum (UIGF) is a platform for different industry players to deliberate on internet governance concerns in the country and how these can be improved for the betterment of internet development in Uganda. The forum enables participants learn, build consensus about the Internet Governance issues relevant to Uganda and discuss the digital…
This year, the school will focus on equipping participants with global Internet and digital processes and how these affect local processes. Particular focus will be placed on the WSIS 20 review process and the Global Digital Compact (GDC). TARGET AUDIENCE: Uganda School of Internet Governance Alumni. VENUE AND DATE: 28th April 2025, National ICT Innovations…
The Uganda Youth Internet Governance Forum (UYIGF) has since 2020 been a youth platform for deliberation on Internet Governance concerns in Uganda. The Uganda Youth Internet Governance Forum (Youth IGF) is an annual, open, and inclusive platform that brings together young people from diverse backgrounds to discuss and influence national, regional, and global internet governance…
The Uganda Internet Governance Forum (UIGF) has since 2006 been a platform for deliberation on internet governance concerns in the country. As part of the Internet Governance Forum a global multi stakeholder platform that facilitates the discussion of public policy issues pertaining to the Internet, the Uganda Internet Governance Forum (UIGF) provides a platform for…
By Maureen Agena| Investing in policy development is crucial to ensure informed legislation and the effective implementation of reforms. Indeed, international bodies and forums, including the UN General Assembly, the global Internet Governance Forum (IGF), and the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), consistently emphasise the need to equip the multistakeholder community with the…
The Youth Internet Governance Forum (Youth IGF) is a global initiative that empowers young people to actively participate in shaping the future of the internet. It provides a platform for youth to engage in discussions, share their perspectives, and contribute to decision-making processes related to internet governance. By fostering a collaborative environment, the Youth IGF…
We are excited to announce the opening of registration for the 2024 Uganda Internet Governance Forum. This forum brings together industry experts, policymakers, and enthusiasts to explore the latest trends and challenges in internet governance. From cybersecurity to digital rights, we’ll cover it all! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded…
The Uganda Internet Governance Forum (UIGF) has since 2006 been a platform for deliberation on Internet governance matters in the country. Debates at this annual forum focus on understanding current global, regional and national trends on the Internet governance agenda. This activity will be open to all stakeholders and require stakeholder engagement. The UIGF will…