3rd Annual · National ICT Summit 2026

From Connectivity to Intelligence

Leveraging AI, digital infrastructure and innovation to accelerate Uganda’s ten-fold growth to a $500 billion economy by 2040.

2–4 September 2026 National ICT Innovation Hub, Nakawa
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About The Summit

Digital Transformation Is No Longer Optional

The ICT Association of Uganda (ICTAU) is a pivotal non-profit, member-based organisation dedicated to advancing Uganda’s ICT sector, a dynamic forum where professionals, policymakers, researchers and companies exchange ideas and pioneering strategies to steer the sector forward.

In an increasingly interconnected world, digital transformation is the backbone of economic competitiveness and societal resilience. The 3rd National ICT Summit 2026 responds with a forward-thinking agenda focused on moving Uganda from connectivity to intelligence.

A New Era Of Action

What The Summit Will Drive

  • Advancing AI, data platforms and digital infrastructure as multipliers for national productivity and ten-fold economic growth.
  • Driving digital innovation across Uganda’s priority sectors to support value addition and industrialisation.
  • Embedding cybersecurity, digital trust and resilient infrastructure into public and private systems.
  • Championing green and climate-smart digital solutions.
  • Empowering youth, startups and innovators through digital skilling and ecosystem support.
  • Strengthening public-private partnerships for cross-sector transformation.
Sectors In Focus

Powering The ATMS Pillars With ICT

Four mini-conference tracks, each pairing AI and digital platforms with one of Uganda’s ATMS growth pillars.

Agro-industrialisation: AI and digital platforms on the farm
Agro-Industrialisation

AI, Data & Digital Platforms for Value Addition

Moving from raw produce to higher-value processed goods.

  • Precision agriculture & climate-smart farming
  • Digital platforms linking farmers to markets & finance
  • Agri-fintech, smart logistics & cold-chain tech
Tourism development: digital and AI-powered travel experiences
Tourism Development

Digital Experience Platforms & AI for Global Market Access

Expanding Uganda’s tourism offerings & international visibility.

  • Smart tourism platforms & digital destination marketing
  • AI-driven personalisation & virtual tourism
  • Digital booking ecosystems & payments integration
Mineral development: AI and digital infrastructure for oil, gas and energy
Mineral Development

Smart Resource Management: Oil, Gas & Energy

Moving from raw extraction to value-added, transparent processing.

  • Digital exploration & resource mapping
  • AI-enabled predictive maintenance & smart grids
  • ESG monitoring & workforce safety technologies
Science, technology and ICT: building Uganda's digital innovation ecosystem
Science, Technology & ICT

Building A Globally Competitive ICT Sector

Strengthening Uganda’s position as a regional ICT hub.

  • AI readiness & national data infrastructure
  • Digital skills, IT-BPO growth & cybersecurity
  • Digital public infrastructure & innovation ecosystems
Who Will Attend

400+ High-Impact Delegates

The summit will attract strategic decision-makers, innovators and digital adopters from across Uganda and beyond, including:

  • CIOs, CTOs and IT leaders
  • Permanent secretaries & government technocrats
  • Founders, tech hubs & startup teams
  • Development partners & donor agencies
  • Bankers, FinTech leaders & digital lenders
  • Academia, researchers & incubators
Sectors In Focus

The summit creates a multi-industry environment for cross-pollination across Agro-Industrialisation; Tourism & the creative/cultural economy; Minerals, Oil & Gas and Energy; and Healthtech, Edutech, digital economy & broader ICT-enabled services.

Keynote Speakers

Voices Shaping Uganda’s Digital Future

Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza

Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza

Minister for Science, Technology & Innovation, Office of the President

“While Uganda is advancing in digital access and infrastructure, its economic transformation within the digital space is lagging”, a challenge she raised at the previous summit.

Dr. Aminah Zawedde

Dr. Aminah Zawedde

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of ICT and National Guidance

An experienced IT professional passionate about embracing digital transformation to improve business models, service delivery and transform people’s lives.

Brief Schedule

Three Days Of Action

National ICT Innovation Hub, Nakawa · 2–4 September 2026

Day 1 · 2 Sept

Agro-Industrialisation

Official opening and keynote. Focused panels, live demos, and solution clinics on how digital tools and AI are transforming agriculture and value chains.

Day 2 · 3 Sept

Tourism Development

Focused panels, live demos, and solution clinics on how digital tools and AI are positioning Uganda as a global destination and transforming tourism experiences.

Day 3 · 4 Sept

Mineral, Energy, Oil & Gas

Deep-dive sessions on mineral development, oil & gas, STI, digital infrastructure and AI applications, closing with the awards ceremony and Summit Declaration.

Delegate Pass

Simple, Straightforward Pricing

Delegate Rate
UGX 100,000 / day

Attend any of the three summit days, full access to plenary sessions, mini-conferences, exhibitions and networking.

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Partner With Us

Position your brand alongside Uganda’s flagship digital transformation event, six ways to get involved.

Sponsorship Payment Details

Account Name: ICT Association of Uganda
Account Number: 1040006744842
Bank: Housing Finance Bank, Ntinda Branch
Swift Code: HFINUGKA
Currency: UGX
Inquiries: 0789 581 006 | 0703 654 275

Learn More

Download The Official Documents

Summit Prospectus 2026

Full programme, delegate profiles & sponsorship details.

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Summit Concept Note 2026

Theme intent, ATMS mini-conferences & exhibition ideas.

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Be Part Of Uganda’s Digital Leap

Whether you are looking to connect, exhibit, sponsor, invest or scale, the 3rd National ICT Summit 2026 is your gateway to shaping Uganda’s intelligent digital future.