ICTea Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Ernest Mwebaze, CEO of Sunbird AI to discuss how his team is using artificial intelligence to power African language technologies. Ernest shares Sunbird’s journey, the importance of building inclusive digital tools rooted in local languages, and what it takes to scale impactful innovation from Africa for Africa.

In this episode of the ICTea Podcast, we sit down with a Nwanne Vwede-Obahor, Resident Representative of United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Uganda, to to explore how digital innovation is accelerating Uganda’s development journey. From shaping a digitally empowered nation to creating pathways for youth to thrive in the digital economy, this conversation dives into the policies, partnershi...

Digital skilling is essential for growing Uganda’s tech talent and transforming the nation’s innovation landscape. To drive meaningful change, we must be intentional in connecting fresh graduates with experienced professionals who can guide them as they explore and develop innovations in their chosen fields. The key to true innovation lies in immersing yourself in a domain, understanding its chall...

"Cyberattacks are no longer a question of "IF" but a question of "WHEN" _Emmanuel Chagara, CEO of Milima Security and cybersecurity academy. Anyone is prone to cyber threats, whether a small business using mobile money, a bank, a school, or even an individual. Having knowledge of different ways to protect yourself online is an essential skill that every individual should a...

In this episode of ICTea , we join the global community in marking Global Encryption Day , a day dedicated to promoting the importance of strong encryption in protecting privacy, security, and trust online. We’ll unpack what encryption really means, why it’s essential for individuals, businesses, and governments, and how it supports Uganda’s broader digital transformation agenda.

In this inspiring episode of the ICTea Podcast, we sit down with Devine Asalo, the programs manager for Women in Technology Uganda . Devine shares her journey of championing inclusive spaces where women can learn, lead, and thrive in the digital economy. From mentorship and leadership development to breaking gender barriers in STEM, this conversation explores how empowering women with digital skil...

We are the teabags of Education," Jacob Mwesigwa -CEO Wal-e Visual. WAL-E Visual translates all the theoretical practices in Uganda's Education into practical hands-on sessions for both students and professionals. While this innovation is a big step forward, there is still a need for mindset campaigns to enhance the use of technology in classrooms and break the stereotype that AR and VR m...

Cirus Sumika began his journey in 2019 in a small hostel room where he and his friends set up an online platform that helped students locate and book hostels. The journey was not a straight path for him, for his first project failed miserably. However, this didn't stop him from continuing to dream, so during the COVID-19 pandemic, he ventured into e-commerce, which gave birth to Sumic IT Solut...