The Ugandan Podcast

• The Future is Now: AI, VR & Emerging Tech in Uganda’s Innovation Ecosystem

  Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, and other emerging technologies are no longer futuristic concepts, they’re transforming Uganda’s innovation ecosystem today. From healthcare and education to product design and national policy, Uganda’s innovators are proving that the future is being built right here, right now.In this episode, host Anne-Marie Wandera-Bewulira sits down with Grace Kebirungi (African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics & Data-Intensive Sciences), Martin Mukama (Mbarara University of Science and Technology), Ambrose Ruyooka (Ministry of ICT & National Guidance), and Dr. Sylvia Nabukenya (Makerere AI Health Lab) to explore how AI, VR, and other emerging technologies are unlocking new opportunities across sectors.Together, they discuss the state of Uganda’s innovation ecosystem, from groundbreaking research and digital health applications to policy frameworks, funding challenges, and the importance of collaboration between government, academia, and industry.This episode is a deep dive into Uganda’s digital transformation journey, highlighting how visionary thinkers are ensuring that Uganda is not just consuming global innovation, but actively shaping it.The Ugandan podcast is an audio-visual production on informing, understanding, and sharing government programs to enhance citizen engagement in achieving National Development Goals. We share facts, ideas, and progress through dialogue to create a positive impact.

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• Uganda Uncovered: The Power of Tech & Content in Boosting Tourism

  Uganda is often called the Pearl of Africa, but how do we ensure the world truly experiences its beauty? In this episode of The Ugandan Podcast, we explore how technology, creative storytelling, and digital innovation are redefining tourism in Uganda.Host Anne-Marie Wandera-Bewulira is joined by Arthur Lwamafa (Uganda Tourism Board), Conrad Goodman Kazoora (Photographer & Founder, ChapART), and Joseph Byaruhanga (Roke Telkom) to discuss how digital tools and creative content are shaping the country’s image. From the role of visual storytelling in attracting visitors to the launch of Roke Telkom’s travel eSIM improving tourist connectivity, the conversation dives into how collaboration between tech, tourism, and content creators is transforming Uganda’s travel experience.Discover how Uganda’s breathtaking landscapes, powered by innovative tech and creative voices, are positioning the country as a top destination for both locals and the world.The Ugandan podcast is an audio-visual production on informing, understanding, and sharing government programs to enhance citizen engagement in achieving National Development Goals. We share facts, ideas, and progress through dialogue to create a positive impact.

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• Made in Uganda: Stories of Innovation, Grit & Building for the Future

  Uganda’s innovation story is still being written by dreamers, builders, and problem solvers turning bold ideas into real solutions. From transport to technology, this episode celebrates the people proving that innovation made in Uganda can shape the world.Host Anne-Marie Wandera-Bewulira speaks with Pearl Gakazi (Co-Founder, Kolaborate), Engineer Bainomugisha (Chair, Department of Computer Science, Makerere University), and Ronald Hakiza (Founder, Uga Bus). Together, they explore how Ugandan entrepreneurs and technologists are building for the future, navigating challenges of funding, infrastructure, and market access while staying driven by a shared belief: that local innovation can power national transformation.From AI and digital platforms to transport solutions and government-led initiatives in Industry 4.0, this conversation shines a light on the creativity, grit, and collaboration fueling Uganda’s growing innovation ecosystem.The Ugandan podcast is an audio-visual production on informing, understanding, and sharing government programs to enhance citizen engagement in achieving National Development Goals. We share facts, ideas, and progress through dialogue to create a positive impact.

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• Own Your Work: Protecting Intellectual Property & Fighting Piracy in Uganda

  Piracy and intellectual property theft remain some of the biggest threats to Uganda’s creative economy, hurting musicians, producers, filmmakers, and the businesses that support them. In this episode, we dig into why protecting creative work matters, the laws and systems in place, and the practical steps that artists and industry players can take to secure their intellectual property.Host Anne-Marie leads a powerful conversation with Elizabeth Nabasirye from the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), Shirley Gladys Nakyejwe from the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance, Martin Muhumuza from the Uganda National Musicians Federation, and Benon Mugumbya of Swangz Avenue. Together, they unpack the realities of piracy in Uganda, explore the value of intellectual property in sustaining creative careers, and share strategies for building an industry that respects and rewards original work.From understanding copyright registration and government policies to hearing firsthand how piracy affects artists and production houses, this episode is a call for creators, policymakers, and the public to take action. Protecting intellectual property is not just about legal rights, it’s about owning your work, valuing creativity, and securing the future of Uganda’s creative sector.The Ugandan podcast is an audio-visual production on informing, understanding, and sharing government programs to enhance citizen engagement in achieving National Development Goals. We share facts, ideas, and progress through dialogue to create a positive impact.Connect with Ministry of ICT & National GuidanceTW:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.twitter.com/MoICT_Ug⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/mictuganda⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/moict_ug⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YT:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.youtube.com/channel/UCnp5ryL6CT5QvB_IvItE8SA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ict.go.ug/

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• Vision Beyond Sight

  In today’s digital age, access to technology is not just a convenience, it’s a lifeline. Yet for many people with disabilities, particularly the visually impaired, the digital divide remains a major barrier to education, career growth, and equal opportunity.In this episode, host Anne-Marie Wandera-Bewulira sits down with Sada Kane of DTC Senegal and Professor Cristian Bernareggi from Torino University, Italy, to discuss how inclusive technology and digital literacy programs are transforming lives. Together, they unpack the inspiration and design behind the Introduction to Computer Basics for the Visually Impaired (ICBVI) training, a groundbreaking initiative that equips visually impaired learners with essential computer skills.The conversation explores the challenges visually impaired individuals face in accessing digital tools, the innovative teaching methods used to make learning inclusive, and the global partnerships driving this program’s success. From practical tools and assistive technologies to powerful stories of empowerment, this episode highlights how digital literacy can open doors to education, employment, and meaningful participation in society.Vision Beyond Sight is more than a title, t’s a call to action for educators, policymakers, and communities to build a more inclusive digital future.

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