Uganda Advances Emerging Technologies Strategy with Multi-Stakeholder Consultations

Uganda has taken a step toward shaping its digital future as the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance Uganda  convened sector-based focus group discussions to support the development of the country’s National Emerging Technologies Strategy.

The engagement brought together a broad range of stakeholders from government, industry, academia, and the private sector, reflecting a coordinated effort to define how advanced technologies can be integrated into Uganda’s national development agenda. Discussions focused on the role of emerging technologies—including Artificial Intelligence, blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, robotics, cloud computing, and quantum computing—in accelerating digital transformation and driving economic growth.

Participants shared insights on practical applications, policy considerations, and the infrastructure needed to harness these technologies effectively across sectors such as finance, healthcare, agriculture, and public service delivery. The initiative signals Uganda’s intent to position itself as a forward-looking digital economy by proactively developing frameworks to guide innovation and adoption.

The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance Uganda emphasized that the strategy will play a critical role in shaping how institutions, businesses, and society adapt to technological change over the coming decades. The discussions are expected to inform policy direction, investment priorities, and regulatory approaches as the country builds a foundation for emerging technologies.

The focus group sessions form part of a broader consultative process aimed at ensuring that Uganda’s National Emerging Technologies Strategy is inclusive, forward-looking, and aligned with both global trends and local development needs.