The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance has received 100 desktop computers to expand digital access, strengthen skills development, and create opportunities for young people, women entrepreneurs, and underserved communities across the country.
The computers were handed over at the National ICT Innovation Hub in Nakawa and will be distributed to selected schools, enabling learners to access technology and digital learning resources.
The donation marks a significant milestone in the partnership between the ministry and dfcu Foundation, established in November 2024 to advance Uganda’s digital transformation agenda through digital literacy, entrepreneurship development, innovation, and financial inclusion.
Officials said the collaboration is already yielding results within Uganda’s innovation ecosystem, with more than 200 innovators benefiting from financial literacy and business management training programmes conducted at the National ICT Innovation Hub.
Selected entrepreneurs have also received mentorship to strengthen business planning, record keeping, and investment readiness, positioning them for growth and sustainability.
The partnership has further expanded access to the SOMA digital learning platform, which offers self-paced courses in financial literacy, governance, leadership, and business management.
The platform is expected to be rolled out to regional innovation hubs, extending learning opportunities to entrepreneurs and innovators beyond Kampala.
Speaking on behalf of the dfcu Bank chief executive officer Charles Mudiwa, head of corporate affairs and sustainability Helena Mayanja said access to technology is now critical for participation in modern economies.
“We are grateful to the Ministry for its leadership and partnership in creating opportunities for more Ugandans to participate in the digital economy,” Mayanja said.
“Many of the opportunities that shape the future begin with access to knowledge, technology, and skills. Through this donation, we are investing in that foundation and equipping young people with the tools they need to learn, innovate, and build sustainable livelihoods.”
She said the partnership demonstrates the impact that can be achieved when government and the private sector work together toward a common goal.
dfcu Foundation executive director Mabel Ndawula said the initiative reflects a commitment to building capabilities that support long-term economic participation.
“Digital inclusion is not only about access to technology, but also ensuring that people have the skills and confidence to use it effectively,” Ndawula said.
“By combining digital literacy, entrepreneurship development, and financial education, we are helping more Ugandans unlock economic opportunities and build resilient businesses.”
Receiving the computers, the permanent secretary at the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, Dr Amina Zawedde, said the handover demonstrates progress under the partnership signed in 2024.
“These computers will provide learners and educators with access to technology and digital resources essential for education, innovation, and skills development,” Zawedde said.
She noted that government cannot achieve Uganda’s digital transformation ambitions alone, emphasising the importance of partnerships in extending opportunities to more citizens.
Zawedde added that the initiative supports the objectives of the National Development Plan IV, particularly in strengthening human capital development and promoting inclusive access to opportunities.
She said digital literacy is increasingly essential across sectors, enabling farmers, entrepreneurs, and communities to access market information, weather updates, and digital financial services.
The initiative, she added, also aligns with Uganda’s Digital Transformation Roadmap by expanding digital infrastructure, strengthening digital skills, supporting innovation, and advancing financial inclusion.
