Rubalema Edgar

We invite all Ugandans to join us on 31 July 2026 at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel Gardens for the inaugural Ataakulaba Akunyooma Heritage Music Concert. The event will celebrate the legacy of Kadongo Kamu, honour veteran music icons Mukadde Hadijah Namale and Mzee Dan Mugula, and showcase collaborations with contemporary artists that are contributing to preserving Uganda's musical heritage through digitisation and modern distribution platforms. Come, let's celebrate Uganda's stories, culture, and music. #AtaakulabaAkunyooma #KadongoKamu

The Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (@UCC_ED), Hon. Nyombi Thembo, today led a UCC delegation to Bulange, Mengo, to pay a courtesy visit to the Katikkiro of @BugandaKingdom_, Owek. (@cpmayiga), and formally present the upcoming Ataakulaba Akunyooma Heritage Music Concert. In his remarks, Hon. Nyombi said the initiative is intended to preserve and promote Kadongo Kamu music while embracing digitisation to ensure Uganda's musical heritage remains accessible to future generations. He added that the concert is envisioned as an annual celebration of Uganda's cultural legacy, recognising pioneers whose contributions continue to inspire today's creative industry. #AtaakulabaAkunyooma #KadongoKamu

Yesterday 16/07/2026, UCC hosted a delegation from KACITA led by the CEO Mwesigye Abel and the Chairman, Issa Sekitto for a meeting on the implementation of the SimuKlear/CEIR system. The engagement provided an important platform for dialogue, enabling UCC to listen to stakeholder concerns, provide clarification and strengthen collaboration with the business community. #SimuKlearCampaign #SayNoToIllegitimateDevices @UCC_Official @Bbossa @MoICT_Ug @kacita_uganda

From emerging cyber threats to building digital resilience, the conversation starts here. Don't miss the National Cybersecurity Conference on 11th to 12th August 2026 at Sheraton Kampala Hotel. Register now and secure your place. Limited slots available. #ConnectUg2030 | #DigitalUganda | @UCC_ED

Yesterday, I welcomed legendary artist Grace Nakimera and her team to the Uganda Communications Commission headquarters. They shared details of her highly anticipated return to the stage this September, a premium concert experience titled “THE POWER OF GRACE”. Beyond the beautiful music, Grace’s return is a testament to the resilience and spiritual transformation among Ugandan creatives. The creative sector is a crucial driver of employment, youth engagement, and growth in digital media in our country. At @UCC_Official, our mandate extends beyond regulation; we are committed to fostering an enabling environment in which Ugandan talent can thrive to global standards. I am proud to pledge @UCC_Official's support for this high-calibre production, which masterfully blends performance, storytelling, and premium production values. We look forward to a successful event that showcases the very best of what the Ugandan creative industry has to offer.

Looking back, it was a pleasure to launch a private initiative to digitally equip division secretaries across Kampala, starting with Ms Penninah Natukunda, the PLU Secretary for Nakawa Division, to whom I presented a laptop to support her vital community mobilisation and administrative work. With their upcoming retreat next month, I am delighted to offer my continued support to Penninah and the team. Providing our young leaders with technology is not just about the gadgets; it is about driving efficiency, transparency, and real impact. Best wishes to the team as they prepare for a fruitful retreat!

Good morning! ​As we log on and start our day, let's commit to keeping our digital spaces safe, encouraging, and constructive. A quick Friday reminder to practice good digital hygiene and protect your personal data online! ​Have a secure and blessed day! #GoldenPosts

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of chairing a highly constructive dialogue between the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) and the Alliance of Hotspot Operators Uganda (AHOU), covering key issues. At @UCC_Official, our mandate is clear: we are here to manage national resources such as the radio spectrum, protect consumers from exploitation, and ensure fair, non-discriminatory competition in the market. However, we must also recognise that technology and grassroots innovation often move faster than government policy. These young, creative hotspot operators are addressing a real community need, providing affordable data to ordinary Ugandans and creating vital livelihoods. We do not want to stifle this spirit of innovation. At the same time, operating in an unregulated, unlicensed ecosystem poses severe risks, ranging from network interference to threats to consumer data privacy. To build a sustainable digital ecosystem in which everyone wins, we must learn from one another. The Way Forward: 1. Suspension of Enforcement: Although our public regulatory notice remains in effect, I have officially directed our teams to suspend all enforcement actions. This grace period will allow us to engage, learn, and co-create a realistic path to compliance. 2. Deep-Dive Technical Study: Members of the Alliance stayed with our technical team to demonstrate their network architecture and billing systems. This will help us design a framework that fits their operating realities. 3. Multi-Stakeholder Engagement: @UCC_Official will lead joint discussions with major telecom operators and ISPs, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), and local urban authorities. Our goal is to negotiate fair wholesale bandwidth pricing and simplified, business-friendly tax structures that won't kill small businesses. We want a structured, safe, and legally compliant market, not an exclusive one. By listening to our operators, learning from their business models, and aligning them with our national laws, we will achieve a true win-win for Uganda's digital transformation.

I had a deeply enriching engagement with a vibrant group of young, talented digital minds under the Top Content Creators Uganda association. These energetic youth reached out with a noble ambition: they want to be equipped with the right skills, mindset, and opportunities to spread positivity and build Brand Uganda online. In our discussion, I proudly assured them that the Uganda Communications Commission will actively support and collaborate with them through our own initiative, #GoldenPosts, a campaign we designed to champion positive storytelling, patriotism, and constructive digital citizenship. This constructive spirit stands in sharp contrast to a worrying trend we have recently witnessed, in which some content creators use their digital reach to insult public officials, spread malicious misinformation, and tarnish the image of our beloved country. While the @UCC_Official firmly protects constructive criticism and open dialogue, we must draw the line at toxic abuse and cyberbullying. When someone maliciously tarnishes Uganda’s image, they do not just attack the government; they directly harm local business owners, tour guides, and the very young people seeking jobs by discouraging investment and tourism. Responsible digital citizenship is, at its core, a form of patriotism. To channel their energy productively, I challenged our young creators to study real-world models of grassroots transformation, particularly the exemplary efforts of Gen. Salim Saleh and the Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) team. For years, Gen. Saleh has championed youth socio-economic empowerment by bringing tangible wealth-creation opportunities directly to the grassroots, turning idle energy into productive, income-generating activities. If our digital creators can channel that same discipline, focus, and drive into the digital economy, we will cultivate a generation of self-reliant innovators rather than online detractors. At @UCC_Official, we are shifting our approach from mere policing to active partnership and guidance. By integrating these passionate creators into our #GoldenPosts initiative, we pledge to support them with digital literacy, monetisation pathways, and safe spaces to thrive professionally. Let us dominate the digital space with hope, productivity, and solutions, not anger and division. Together, we can build a secure, patriotic, and prosperous digital Uganda.

Children may use multiple usernames, avatars and accounts online. Parents and guardians should know the platforms they use, discuss responsible behaviour and stay alert.@UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @MoICT_Ug @GCICUganda @UgandaMediaCent

Join us for Uganda’s Inaugural National Cybersecurity Conference, 11–12 August 2026 at Sheraton Kampala Hotel. Register now to attend, limited slots available.@UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @UgandaMediaCent ug-cert.ug/the-inaugural-…

In today’s Media Review, the President’s Ghetto Initiative earns praise in New Vision page 12, as the 5year rehabilitation program kicks off to drive youth empowerment and community development. #GoldenPosts @GCICUganda @StateHouseUg @MKarekye @GCICMediaReview @GCIC_Tech

Private chats, photos and voice notes are not entertainment. Sharing them without consent can cause bullying, blackmail and emotional harm. Respect privacy. Do not forward harm.@UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @MoICT_Ug

Reliable communications make modern business possible. Online shops, mobile money payments, e-commerce platforms, and cloud services all run on the networks and infrastructure that UCC regulates. When businesses know the rules, they invest with greater confidence. They expand networks, improve service quality, and explore new ideas. This creates jobs, supports local startups, and helps established companies reach customers across the country. UCC’s work forms the foundation that allows these businesses to operate and grow. A stable regulatory environment directly supports Uganda’s goal of building a stronger digital economy. #ConnectedUg2030 | #DigitalUganda @UCC_ED @UgCERT @ConsumerUCC @Bbossa

As parents let's not forget that pur children are targets of money scams too, protect the children from such as we carry on child protection online. ##GOLDENPOSTS @UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @UCC_ED

We need to set clear guidelines before we hand over any gargets to pur children so as parents we need to ensure the proper usage of the Internet as well. Protect the young ones. #GoldenPosts @UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @GoldenPosts1

Why did President Museveni decline to sign the Income Tax and Excise Duty bills? Catch the full details and expert breakdown on page 03 of today’s New Vision. ​#GoldenPosts @GCICUganda @GCICUganda @GovUganda @StateHouseUg @UCC_ED @MKarekye @GCICMediaReview @GCIC_Tech

Love sharing family moments? Sharenting can risk your child's digital safety. Protect them by limiting who sees their milestones and photos online. #GoldenPosts ​@UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @MoICT_Ug @Bbossa @siblings64426 @GCICUganda @UgandaMediaCent @UCC_ED @uccucusaf

Protecting children in an AI-powered digital world starts with awareness, safe online habits, and responsible technology use. Together, we can create a safer internet where every child can learn, explore, and thrive. #GoldenPosts #ChildOnlineSafety #DigitalSafety

Not all online risks come from strangers. Sometimes, what we share as parents can expose our kids. Let’s practice safe sharenting by limiting audiences, avoiding sensitive posts, and protecting our children's digital footprint. #GoldenPosts @UCC_ED @MoICT_Ug @Bbossa @GovUganda