Uganda has launched an updated National Information Security Framework (NISF) 2026 to strengthen cybersecurity and provide government institutions with guidelines for protecting digital infrastructure.
The framework, launched by the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, comes as Uganda faces growing cyber risks, with the country reporting a rise in online attacks and financial losses linked to cybercrime.
According to industry experts, Uganda has recorded a 60% year-on-year increase in cyberattacks, including a UGX 62 billion ($16.8 million) incident involving the central bank.
As governments across Africa increasingly prioritise cybersecurity as part of digital transformation efforts, the ministry said the updated framework demonstrates its commitment to expanding digital services while protecting information systems.
Developed under the Uganda Digital Acceleration Project, the updated NISF provides security tools and minimum controls to help institutions strengthen resilience against cyber threats. It aims to protect critical infrastructure and increase confidence in digital public services.
Speaking at the launch, Justine Kasule Lumumba, minister at the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, said information security has become a matter of national security, economic development and public trust.
"As government delivers more services digitally, we must ensure those services are safe, reliable and trusted. Information security is no longer just an ICT issue. It is a matter of national security, economic development, public service delivery and public trust. Cyber safety is everyone’s responsibility," said Lumumba.
Lumumba urged government entities to collaborate with the National Information Technology Authority – Uganda (NITA-U) to implement the required security measures.
Dr Hatwib Mugasa, executive director of NITA-U, said the framework provides a practical roadmap to move from cybersecurity awareness to implementation, supporting Uganda’s goal of creating a secure and resilient digital environment.
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