Uganda engages World Bank on sh732b Internet project
Nyombi said he was honoured to represent UCC at the summit, noting that it is a high-level event sponsored by the World Bank that focuses on digital pathways for everyone, especially underserved communities.
Nyombi (2nd R) and other government officials are representing Uganda at the four-day Global Digital Summit that kicked off on Monday (March 17) at the World Bank headquarters.
Umar Kashaka
Journalist @New Vision
WASHINGTON - Government officials are engaging with World Bank teams at the ongoing Global Digital Summit in Washington DC about the implementation of the $200m (about sh732b) Uganda Digital Acceleration Project (UDAP).
This was revealed by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) executive director, Nyombi Thembo, on Tuesday (March 18) on his social media platform account X.
He and other government officials are representing Uganda at the four-day Global Digital Summit that kicked off on Monday (March 17) at the World Bank headquarters.
Nyombi stated that the summit highlights groundbreaking innovations that are changing lives across the globe and that discussions range from digital skills development to connecting those who are unconnected, reminding them of the transformative power of technology in communities.
“Additionally, we are engaging with World Bank teams about Uganda’s Digital Acceleration Project (UDAP), which is poised to significantly enhance connectivity, e-government services, and ICT adoption in our country,” he said.
The project, which was signed off in 2021 as a $60m grant and $140m loan from the World Bank, is being implemented by the National Information Technology Authority (NITA-U).
Nyombi said he was honoured to represent UCC at the summit, noting that it is a high-level event sponsored by the World Bank that focuses on digital pathways for everyone, especially underserved communities.
“I am proud to connect with Uganda’s digital champions: Dr. Aminah Zawedde, permanent secretary of the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance; Annette Ssemuwemba, deputy secretary general of the East African Community (EAC); and Emmanuel Karenzi, principal ICT officer at the EAC,” he said.
He added: “Together, we are joining global ICT leaders to shape the future of digital inclusion and innovation. Uganda is ready. The future is digital.”
The summit is being held under the theme, “Digital Pathways for All.”
Dr Zawedde also took to X and said at the summit, they will explore cutting-edge digital solutions, share insights, and foster valuable discussions about the transformative work shaping the future of digital development.