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In an era of escalating conflict shocks, where a strike in the Persian Gulf can raise food prices in a Ugandan #refugee settlement, #refugeegovernance can no longer afford fragmentation - writes @atuhairweeve url-shortener.me/J31Z

The #Gulf crisis offers a stark reminder that conflict in one region can quickly evolve into a global #humanitarian and #migration issue, challenging the resilience of international refugee governance frameworks - argues @atuhairweeve url-shortener.me/J31Z

Being online is not the same as being empowered online. True digital inclusion means people can: ✔ Learn ✔ Work ✔ Access services ✔ Participate safely online 📄 Read more in our report: thecfma.org #DigitalInclusion

What prevents people from fully participating online? Our research identified key barriers: 📱 Expensive devices 📶 High data costs 📚 Limited digital skills 🛡 Online safety concerns 👩🏽 Gender digital divide 📄 Full report: thecfma.org #DigitalLiteracy

Internet access ≠ digital participation. Many communities in Uganda are “barely online.” People may have internet access but still struggle to benefit from the digital world. Our study in Wakiso & Mukono explores why. 📄 Read the report: thecfma.org

CfMA Presents Submission on the National Drug and Health Products Authority Bill, 2025 - Centre for Multilateral Affairs (CfMA) thecfma.org/2025/12/14/cfm…

Uganda’s 2026 elections will be more digital than ever — but that brings big risks to free speech, privacy & fair voting. Launching #DREAM Uganda: a new election monitor by @CfMAfrica & @ParadigmHQ

Beyond Access: An Integrated, Rights-Based Strategy to Close Uganda’s Digital Participation Gap shorturl.at/xZH5W

We’ve shared our Policy Brief with @MoICT_Ug to strengthen collaboration on #DigitalInclusion because inclusion isn’t just about being online — it’s about being empowered @APC_News

GPD, together with partners from across the WSIS community, has launched “Ten Steps to Strengthen Stakeholder Engagement in the WSIS+20 Intergovernmental Phase.” This new joint statement sets out practical ways for the UN and governments to ensure that the WSIS+20 review process is truly inclusive and legitimate. Endorsed by 63 organisations and 38 individuals from civil society, the technical community, academia, and the private sector, including @AUdomain @APC_News , @MediaGFMD, @twnic_ia @accessnow @ParadigmHQ, @theGNI, @internetsociety, @iccwbo, @InternetNZ, @wmde and @CyberpeaceInst Follow the link to read the statement: gp-digital.org/ten-steps-to-s…

It was at #FIFAfrica19 in Addis Ababa that our Founder @mosesowiny first mooted the idea of the Centre for Multilateral Affairs during his lightning talk on “Cyber Anarchisation of the Internet.” We were at #FIFAfrica25 in Namibia. Swipe to check how we’ve evolved @cipesaug

*Uganda's Digital Divide:What's next?*🇺🇬 We validated key findings on digital exclusion with stakeholders on Friday:High costs, gender norms,& weak policy enforcement are severely limiting meaningful online participation, especially for "barely online" users @APC_News @mosesowiny

CfMA under the @APC_News -supported Safety for Voices project held a workshop on 10th Sept at Fairway Hotel, Kampala, uplifting Women Human Rights Defenders in Uganda! See the inspiring moments! #WHRDs #SafetyForVoices #APC

Uganda's 2026 elections under siege: Surveillance via biometrics erodes privacy, internet blackouts silence voices & vote-buying commodifies democracy— Read how @eokwir_ analysis exposes the triple threat shorturl.at/BWFnq @mosesowiny

The U.S. is sending deportees to Uganda, but at what cost? Our new CfMA article dives into the politics, morality, and opportunities behind this controversial policy. Can Uganda turn this challenge into a win? Read now: shorturl.at/1dsdJ #Uganda #CfMA

Why is the U.S. sending deportees to Uganda? Our new article critiques the power dynamics & moral issues of this policy, urging transparent deals to benefit Uganda. Read more at CfMA: [shorturl.at/2Ukmb] #Uganda #USPolicy #Migration

Digital repression—shutdowns, surveillance, and targeted online harassment—is rising. Our latest piece: shorturl.at/6Jbfm #UgandaDecides2026 #DigitalRights

Reflecting on Safeguarding Digital Rights: Perspectives in Advocating for Structurally Silenced Women in Uganda - Centre for Multilateral Affairs (CfMA) thecfma.org/2025/07/24/ref…