FOREWORD

Discover Africa's Innovation Powerhouse

Over the past few years, the Uganda startup ecosystem has undergone a profound shift powered by ingenuity, adaptability, and an unwavering vision to lead in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Deep Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and digital innovation.

Our participation in GITEX Africa 2025 is a strategic milestone in this journey. As Africa’s premier technology and startup event, GITEX provides a powerful platform to showcase Uganda’s growing influence in the global digital economy. It is here that the country’s top innovators, entrepreneurs, and technology enterprises will connect with investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to forge new partnerships and accelerate digital transformation.

Spearheaded by the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance, in collaboration with the Science, Technology & Innovation (STI) Secretariat – Office of the President, Uganda’s presence at GITEX Africa 2025 showcases its commitment to positioning itself as Africa’s Innovation Powerhouse. With a strong focus on BPO, AI, Deep Tech, and digital public infrastructure, the country is positioned to shape the future of technology on the continent and beyond.

This effort is strengthened by a collaborative ecosystem approach, bringing together both public and private sector stakeholders. The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) and the National ICT Innovation Hub alongside leading ecosystem key partners such as Future Lab, GOVNET Services, KaCyber Technologies, Refactory Academy, Credify, DeepTech Centre of Excellence, Afriqloud YAKO ICT Hub, and SUMIC IT Solutions. Their collective expertise and innovative solutions highlight Uganda’s thriving and competitive tech ecosystem.

We invite you to connect with our companies and partners, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration to redefine Africa’s role in the global technology revolution.

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