Internet shutdown could trip Uganda up on debt repayments

NetBlocks, a digital rights organisation estimates the impact on digital services, including mobile money.

Blogger organisation concerned policy could be manipulated by government.

In May 2020 a similar directive was issued to banks limiting cash withdrawal per person per week.

Despite appeals, pressure from the public, officials have ordered shut down of various applications and platforms ahead of election.

Over 54 organisations write to Museveni over possible internet shutdown.

Government mulls over establishing new authority to leverage telecommunication trends.

Survey by Finscope reveals significant increase in uptake of mobile money services.

Industry regulator awards operator 800MHz frequency to bolster coverage.

Government agency acquires 8% shares in the telecommunications firm.

Ongoing fighting has damaged lines to Mekelle core site.

Zambia’s government initiates another request with the IMF for economic bailout.

Senior official confirms Cyber Security and Cyber Crime Bill as well as the Data Protection Bill have been withdrawn.