MTN Uganda, in partnership with the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, convened a High-Level Government Round Table on Thursday at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel to explore practical strategies for accelerating the National Digital Transformation Roadmap (2023/2024 – 2027/2028). The session aimed to develop a joint workplan with government stakeholders, including minimum viable projects (MVPs) and actionable frameworks to advance digital service delivery nationwide.
Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, Minister for ICT and National Guidance, noted that the roadmap builds on the commitments under the Digital Uganda Vision: “The Digital Transformation Roadmap focuses on what we must do as a country to achieve operational momentum and translate policy into action,” he said, adding that the current National Development Plan is heavily focused on increasing investment in ICT as one of the productive sectors able to improve livelihoods, generate employment, and produce goods for export substitution as well as import substitution.
Uganda’s Digital Transformation roadmap is aligned with Uganda’s Ambition 2025 strategy, which centers on leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress.
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MTN Uganda’s CEO, Ms. Sylvia Mulinge, emphasized the importance of public-private partnerships in achieving inclusive digital development. “We believe digital transformation must be inclusive, practical, and locally relevant,” she said. “Through this Round Table, we are deepening our partnership with the government to co-create sustainable solutions that improve lives and enable Uganda’s digital vision.”
Positioning MTN Uganda as the preferred technology partner for government institutions, the interactive forum provided a platform to showcase the company’s innovative digital solutions aimed at enhancing service delivery across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). They presented their comprehensive portfolio of technology capabilities, including Cloud Services, Internet of Things (IoT), Managed Networks, Unified Communications, as well as e-Government Solutions
“We are showcasing solutions that can immediately add value to public service delivery—from secure cloud infrastructure to smart government platforms and managed connectivity,” said Mr. Ibrahim Senyonga, General Manager, MTN Enterprise Business Unit. “Our goal is to walk this journey hand in hand with the government, building what matters most to citizens.”
According to the National Digital Transformation Roadmap, Uganda’s ICT sector continues to demonstrate a strong economic impact, recording an average growth rate of 14.8% and contributing 9% to the national GDP. Additionally, research from the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) highlights that a 10% increase in broadband penetration can lead to 1.4% GDP growth, emphasizing the critical role of connectivity in national development.
By facilitating platforms such as this Round Table, MTN Uganda reaffirms its long-term commitment to enabling Uganda’s digital future through strategic collaboration, technological innovation, and inclusive progress.
