NMS Rallies Health Facilities to Follow Drugs’ Delivery Schedules

Feb 17, 2021

The National Medical Stores (NMS) has called upon all government health facilities to submit their medicine requests within the set deadlines according to the Store’s delivery schedule to enhance availability of medicines in the country.

“Currently, we serve over 3,000 health facilities across the country and while a great number of them submit their requests on time, we still face challenges in some places where requests are submitted outside the set submission deadlines and this therefore affects availability of medicines in these particular places,” said NMS Public Relations Officer, James Odong.

“We therefore call upon all health facilities to help us help them by adhering to the delivery schedule guidelines available in the health facilities and the NMS website to enhance transparency and medicine availability,” he added.

Odong appreciated Government for the continued support in enabling the store execute its mandate and urged all Government health facility leaders to submit timely requests for deliveries to avoid inconveniences.

“The Government has been very supportive in ensuring we have a conducive environment for logistics and supply which enables us operate efficiently,” he said.

Odong further noted that the deliveries are made as part of the Store’s predetermined bi-monthly delivery schedule but considerations are made for emergency requests.

“NMS delivers drugs to various government health facilities across the country based on a pre-determined schedule every two months which translates into six times every year. Of course there are emergency deliveries but that does not happen regularly,” he emphasised.

“The purpose of these scheduled deliveries is to enable us manage the available resources efficiently and for accountability purposes especially now considering the COVID 19 pandemic and related effects on transport restrictions and availability of medicines globally,” Odong said.

The NMS delivered drugs, vaccines, soaps and fluids between 1st to 9th February 2021 to Omoro District, Otuke District, Lamwo District, Kitgum District, Oyam District, Lira District, Kwania District, Kole District, Dokolo District, Apac District, Alebtong District, Agago District, Kapelebyong District, Arua Regional Hospital, Mulago National Burns Unit, Lira Hospital, Gulu Hospital, Kitagata Hospital, Katakwi District/Katakwi General Hospital, Moroto Hospital, Naguru Hospital, Mbarara University Hospital and Kabale Regional Hospital.

Other areas which received drugs during this aforementioned period are Soroti Regional Hospital, Mbale Regional Hospital, Jinja Regional Hospital, Ntlp, Kibuku District, Karenga District, Bukiwe District, Abim District/Abim Hospital, Mulago Hospital, Kayunga District, Bugweri District, Kotido District, Kampala National Burns Unit, Kaabong District/Hospital, Kamuli District, Moroto District, Napak District, Katakwi District/Katakwi General Hospital, Moroto Regional Hospital, Kayunga Hospital, Abim Hospital, Nakapiripit District, Nabilatuk District, Manafwa District.

NMS’ mandate is to procure, warehouse and distribute essential medicines and medical supplies, primarily to Government health facilities.

Medicine availability across the country currently stands at 85percent with a target of reaching 90 percent within the next 1-2 years.

NMS recently hired clerks to follow up on drugs from the districts up to the rural health facilities under what is known as the last mile delivery model.

The institution is set to open a state-of-the art pharmaceuticals warehouse in Kajjansi off Entebbe road to increase bulk store capacity area from the current 8,000 pallet locations in the existing premises, to a minimum of 30,000 pallet locations.

The facility will also increase cold chain capacity to a maximum net storage volume of 2,500m3 purpose built as a Drive-in cold room (DICR).

“One of our main objectives is to consolidate, centralize and operate NMS services and infrastructure in one modern, purpose built and efficient building, with a minimum sixty-year lifespan, on the specified site,” said NMS General Manager Moses Kamabare.

In the year 2017/2018, NMS achieved higher than target score of 90 percent stock availability for Essential Medicines and 86percent for Tracer items against a target of 75 percent set by Ministry of Health.

This media house understands that in the financial year 2018/19, NMS attained 92 percent stock availability for 41 Tracer Medicines at Central level against a target of 80 percent from Ministry of Health. Hi

NITA (U) Finds Safe Boda in Breach of Data Protection Law, Let off with Impunity

Joel Osekeny

Feb 4, 2021

In 2020, a watchdog, the Unwanted Witness released a report wherein it made allegations that Safe Boda, a ride hailing app, was conducting practices that breached Uganda’s data protection laws, principally, the “Data Protection and Privacy Act 2019 (DPPA)”.

Following the release of the report, a concerned citizen Obedgiu Sammy appealed to the speaker of Parliament, Rebecca Kagada, petitioning that the Company should be investigated and penalised for sharing user’s personal data without their consent. The speaker then directed Uganda’s National Information Technology Authority (NITA) Uganda to conduct the said investigation and report back to it in due time for action.

A report from that investigation was released at the end of January last month and the findings have been made available online. While the Authority did not find evidence to fault the company for selling any user data, it found that Safe Boda specifically breached section 35 of the DPPA when it;

“…unlawfully obtain(ed), disclose(d) or procure(d) the disclosure to another person of personal data held and processed by a data collector, data controller or data processor”.

The basis for the above guilt was premised on the findings that the consents that the Company claimed to have acquired when the users registered for the Safe Boda application, were not sufficient enough to enable the end user make an informed consent as “the ‘consents’ relied upon for the disclosure were not specific because they did not disclose the parties with whom the information was going to be shared with”.

One of the third parties that the information was shared with was CleverTap to which the company claims it shared data with for “behavioural analysis” purposes.

“NITA’s finding is that Safe Boda’s disclosure of its users’ personal data to CleverTap contravened the Data Protection and Privacy Act”, reads part of the findings. The report however goes on to note that there was no evidence to support allegations that the company sells its users’ personal data.

While the Company was found to be in breach, NITA (U) did not recommend any prosecution or penal action to be taken against the spirit of the DPPA, that would have found the company liable and penalised it.

Under the above section, it is stated that any person that breaches the above provision “commits an offence” and when convicted, a fine not exceeding two hundred and forty currency points shall be payable or imprisonment for 10 years or both, the fine and imprisonment.
The breach has been found, but the company has been let off.

Following recommendations in the report, Safe Boda has released an updated set of terms and conditions that have since gone viral on social media, as the company excludes itself from any form of liability arising from the use of its platform. It has also highlighted the names of third parties with whom user personal data is shared.

The actions to be taken by Parliament are yet to be ascertained given that the speaker requested that the findings be furnished to her.

MTN Uganda begins offering Home Fiber Services

Jan 27, 2021

Internet-fiber — Photo by Ildefonso Polo on Unsplash

MTN Uganda has been offering fiber services for her Business clients but, this website was able to determine that MTN is indeed rolling out the internet fiber service to her Home clients in Uganda.

Tucked away at the bottom of the MyMTN app, under the section of ‘Buy’ users are now able to request for MTN Home Fiber services.

We have determined that Home Fiber services will have an installation fee of UGX 100,000/- and the telecom will offer a standard 10Mbps or Premium 40Mbps package at UGX 179,000/- and UGX 279,000/- per month respectively. All payments will be paid via mobile money.

MTN Uganda Home Fiber Prices

Package	Speed	Price (UGX)
Standard	10Mbps	179,000/-
Premium	40Mbps	279,000/-
Installation Fee	N/A	100,000/-

MTN says that it will deliver optic fiber directly to your home and will provide a reliable high-speed internet connection with no cap on data volume to enable users to meet their entertainment, education, surveillance and home office needs.

As of writing MTN Home Fiber will be available in parts of the following areas; Kololo, Nakasero Hill, Makerere, Bugolobi, Luzira, Ggaba, Makindye, Muyenga, Namuwongo, Nsambya, Ntinda Bukoto, Ntinda (Kyambogo – Minister’s Village), Ntinda (Kiwatule – Naalya), Kira, Kisaasi, Bweyogerere, Najjankumbi, Entebbe, Mukono, Jinja, Mbale, Arua and Lira.

The application has more detailed locations within the above-selected areas to ensure that users are in the right Fiber zones before requesting for the service. It is unfortunate that the Terms and conditions for usage indicated in the mobile app have nothing to do with the service but rather relate with MyMTN and not the Home Fiber solution.

For now we were unable to gain access to the Fair Usage Policy of MTN’s Home Fiber. Since the service is labelled as ‘Up to 10Mbps’ or ‘Up to 40Mbps’, we still unable to determine where it is a shared 10Mbps link or a dedicated link with both 10 up and down speeds.

We shall be sharing this information and a detailed connection review after in-depth testing of the service.

We are glad that more companies are rolling out fiber connections to their customers as this usually ensure a stable connection. You can let us know whether you are excited about the roll-out of MTN Home Fiber in the comments below.

Bill and Melinda Gates Release 2021 Annual Letter dubbed “The Year Global Health Went Local”

Sourced

Jan 27, 2021

Bill and Melinda Gates share their 2021 Annual Letter, “The Year Global Health Went Local.” In this year’s letter, Bill and Melinda reflect on the worldwide impact of COVID-19 and the global collaboration and scientific innovation fueling one of the largest public health efforts in history. They share why they are optimistic the world can emerge from the pandemic stronger, healthier, and more resilient, and discuss two areas they believe are essential to building a better future: prioritizing equity and preparing for the next pandemic.

“COVID-19 has cost lives, sickened millions, and thrust the global economy into a devastating recession,” Bill and Melinda write. “Although we have a long recovery in front of us, the world has achieved some significant victories against the virus in the form of new tests, treatments, and vaccines. We believe these new tools will soon begin bending the curve in a big way.”

Bill and Melinda argue that in response to the pandemic, donors from around the world contributed resources, competitors shared research findings, and years of global investment helped unlock a new era in vaccine development, delivering safe, effective vaccines in record time. They caution, however, that the pandemic has also exacerbated pre-existing health disparities, particularly for essential workers, communities of color, people experiencing poverty, and women. They express concern that the pandemic could also perpetuate another type of injustice: immunity inequality. They call for an inclusive response that addresses the uneven social and economic impacts of the virus.

“From the beginning of the pandemic, we have urged wealthy nations to remember that COVID-19 anywhere is a threat everywhere. Until vaccines reach everyone, new clusters of disease will keep popping up. The cycle of inequality will continue,” Melinda writes. “Everything depends on whether the world comes together to ensure that the lifesaving science developed in 2020 saves as many lives as possible in 2021.”

Bill and Melinda also stress that it’s not too early to think about the next pandemic. Although stopping it will require tens of billions of dollars per year, they note that COVID-19 has cost the world an estimated $28 trillion. They urge continued investment in testing, treatments, and vaccines, and discuss the importance of a global alert system that can detect disease outbreaks as soon as they occur.

“The world now understands how seriously we should take pandemics,” Bill writes. “We’re already seeing new pandemic preparedness strategies emerge and I expect to see more in the months and years to come. The world wasn’t ready for the COVID-19 pandemic. I think next time will be different.”

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was established with the belief that every person deserves a chance to live a heathy and productive life. To-date, the foundation has committed $1.75 billion in the fight against COVID-19, including support for partners in the development and equitable delivery of vaccines, tests, and treatments.

To read the letter in its entirety, visit www.gatesletter.com.

Report: Blockchain hackers stole $3.8 billion in 122 attacks in 2020

Guest Writer

Jan 13, 2021

blockchain — Photo by Launchpresso on Unsplash

Atlas VPN has released a report on how much cryptocurrency was stolen by hackers in the year 2020. Below is the report in its full depth

The year 2020 was challenging for cybersecurity and the world in general. The global pandemic did not only threaten our physical health but also gave way to a new wave of cyberattacks endangering our digital lives.

It seems that the worldwide chaos hardly affected the blockchain world as cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, saw a significant rise in their value by the end of 2020. Nevertheless, the blockchain sector did not evade cyberattacks last year.

Atlas VPN team found that blockchain hackers stole nearly $3.78 billion in 122 attacks throughout 2020. Blockchain-linked attacks that happened last year alone account for almost a third (33%) of all time hacks aimed at blockchain projects.

The numbers are based on the data provided by Slowmist Hacked, which aggregates information about disclosed attacks aimed at blockchain projects, apps, and tokens. The data also considers blockchain scams, which make up 13% of all blockchain hack events in 2020. Monetary losses were calculated based on the January 12th, 2021 conversation rate.

Ethereum (ETH) DApps, decentralized applications based on the Ethereum smart contract, were the most frequently breached blockchain target. In 2020 alone, there were 47 successful attacks aimed at ETH DApps, which cost victims around $436.36 million or $9.28 million per hack.

Cryptocurrency exchanges, businesses that allow their clients to trade crypto to other assets, were also highly targeted last year. In 2020, there were 28 cryptocurrency exchange breaches, which together amounted to $300.15 million in losses or approximately $10.72 million per hack.

The third spot in the list is occupied by blockchain wallets — digital wallets that allow crypto holders to store their cryptocurrencies. Last year, hackers launched 27 successful attacks aimed at crypto wallets, netting $3.03 billion or around $112.12 million per hack. The nature of blockchain wallets makes them the most profitable target to cybercriminals.

Blockchains themselves were also affected by hacks in 2020. The year saw 12 successful attacks launched at different blockchains, which brought cybercriminals $5.91 million or $492,517 per each breach.

Next up are Tron DApps and EOS DApps. Like ETH DApps, they are decentralized applications based on specific protocols. Each type of DApps was breached three times last year. In total, Tron DApp breaches cost victims $10 million or around $3.33 million per hack, while EOS DApps caused damages of $2.85 million or approximately $949,416 for each breach.

Finally, 2020 saw two scams involving Ethereum-based tokens, a type of the token issued solely on the Ethereum blockchain. However, it is not clear how much financial damage these scams have caused.

Blockchain-linked hacks drop for the first time in 5 years

In our mid-year report on blockchain-related attacks, we observed a decline in hacks. Now that 2020 finally wrapped up, we can see that the trend persisted till the end of the year. In 2020, blockchain-related hacks dropped for the first time in the last five years.

The year 2019 saw 133 coordinated attacks targeting various blockchain platforms, apps, and tokens, while in 2020, the number decreased by 8% to 122. While the drop is not very significant, it still indicates an overall decline in blockchain-related hacks.

Let’s look at the attack numbers quarter by quarter. In contrast to 2019, when most blockchain-related breaches took place in the first quarter of the year, the first three months of 2020 saw the least amount of successful attacks. In 2020 Q1, 13 blockchain-related hacks were detected.

In the second quarter of last year, blockchain-linked breaches rose by 54% to 20. Q3 of 2020 saw an increase in attacks again by 160% to 52 attacks — the most out of all the quarters last year. Finally, the number of detected breaches fell by 29% to 37 in the last quarter of 2020.

It is hard to say what the future holds for the blockchain in terms of security. We are only in the middle of January, and two successful attacks, as well as one blackmail case involving cryptocurrency, have already been reported.

Nevertheless, the numbers are not near the ones recorded in the record-breaking year of 2019, when 31 attack took place in January alone. Therefore, the breaches may continue to decline in 2021.

Followers Gallery: An incredible application that has assisted me with getting Instagram followers and likes for free!

Remmy Bisimbeko

Jan 8, 2021

Getting followers on Instagram is slowly becoming an issue. I don’t mean to scare you with this claim, even though the methods used to try to get followers with the last difference in the Instagram account (March 2019) do not work. The desire to advance “ human” use and the camaraderie between clients using this stage is real, with Instagram making significant improvements that are affecting many records. Along with Facebook, Instagram is a star- studded organization that exists beyond everything else, and for some it has become an amazing individual brand and business tool. So we are discussing important changes. This development not only affects profiles. This is how they affect their publications (mainly affecting the natural accessibility of their publication) .However, don’t stress: you are in acceptable hands. Instagram is one of the few informal organizations I’ve worked with recently, and it has allowed me to get information with which I have gained about 1000 new followers on Instagram. Has set a record.

Instagram is a very popular social media application. Today, almost all companies have their own Instagram accounts. They use Instagram because this application is very effective in digital marketing. However, this effect really depends on the number of followers and likes and account receives. If an account has very few followers and likes, it means that there is very little interaction on the account and obviously this is not a good situation.

It’s that we’re discussing ”VIP” insights, yet we’re discussing the amount of real followers that any online entrepreneur like me will find the best results in general. I progressed because I was offered an incredible application called Followers Gallery With this application, it’s easy to get free Instagram likes and followers. Also, obviously it’s safe ! I’ll explain in the accompanying sections !

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Followers Gallery is an incredible application that every Instagram client needs multiple followers and naturally likes. This is a free Instagram followers mod apk. Why would it be good idea to use your Followers Gallery?

-You do not have to pay a penny with this application. Ignore the millions of dollars spent on fake followers and favorites.

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-Every supporter you meet is genuine in light of the fact that they are made up of real Instagram clients.

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-This Instagram Auto like Application strengthens both Android and iOS. Although your telephone uses one of two working frameworks, you can download the application and find similar free Instagram followers and strategies of your choice

-There is no limit to the coin. The amount of coins you control is controlled by the amount you follow and the Instagram followers through the records of different followers in different galleries.

So the question is, who are you bored with? Don’t you need to get unlimited free Instagram followers and likes?

How Artificial Intelligence Helping African Farmers in the Fight Against Locusts

Guest Writer

Jan 6, 2021

Kuzi, a free tool that will help farmers and pastoralists across Africa to predict and control locust behaviour has been launched. Kuzi uses satellite data, soil sensor data, ground meteorological observation, and machine learning to predict the breeding, occurrence, and migration routes of desert locusts.

Kuzi—the Swahili name for the wattled starling, a bird renowned for eating locusts—is an AI-powered tool that generates a real-time heatmap of locusts across Africa, shows all potential migration routes, and gives a real-time locust breeding index.

Using satellite data, soil sensor data, ground meteorological observation, and machine learning, Kuzi can predict the breeding, occurrence and migration routes of desert locusts across the horn of African and Eastern African countries, and uses deep learning to identify the formation of locust swarms. Kuzi then sends farmers and pastoralists free SMS alerts 2-3 months in advance of when locusts are highly likely to attack farms and livestock in their areas.

Without preventative measures, a swarm of 80 million locusts can consume food equivalent to that eaten by 35,000 people a day, devastating food stocks for vulnerable communities. Putting in place early detection and control measures, which are critical in desert locust management, will offer farmers and pastoralists a vital tool in the fight against world hunger and food insecurity.

Alerts are currently available for Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, and Uganda, in the regional languages of Kiswahili, Somali and Amharic, spoken by over 200 million people across Eastern Africa.

“The first international anti-locust conference was held in Rome in 1931 and yet Africa continues to experience locust invasions almost 100 years later, with the worst locust invasion in 70 years occurring in 2020, threatening food supplies for millions of people across Eastern Africa. There has to be a better way to do this, one that has the local communities being central in the fight against locusts,” said John Oroko, CEO of Kuzi’s creator, Selina Wamucii.

“A new wave of locust upsurge now threatens millions across Eastern and Southern Africa, exacerbating food insecurity for already vulnerable communities, amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. We have a responsibility to develop and deploy locally bred solutions that address these challenges faced by our vulnerable rural communities,” adds Oroko.

The free tool is currently available to users in Somali, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda with plans to roll out to cover the rest of Africa.

Farmers can sign up for the free SMS alerts with any mobile device, with or without an internet connection, capture the GPS location of their farm, and they are good to go, without any charges.

*Editors Note: This is a press release from

The 6 Best Sports Score Apps for Android

Davis Kawalya

Jan 6, 2021

Sports score apps ensure you get updated on the latest scores worldwide at any given moment. Most people treat sports as a lifestyle since they are passionate about the game, not only to watch but also to bet on them. On the other hand, it is a demanding task to keep yourself updated on your favourite team’s scores every moment and still run your day-to-day errands.

To save your day, consider using live score apps. When you install the apps, you get updated about the latest in real-time wherever you are wagering with the Betway app for accurate stats. Play store has multiple apps that provide one with the latest updates on sports scores.

theScore

The app ranks first since it provides comprehensive coverage of different sports events. Fans can keep abreast of the latest scores on EPL, NBA, or NFL all under one roof. The app covers almost every major competition and league. The app provides you with comprehensive pre-game analysis, betting lines, and line movements for sports betters.

As a sports fan, you can see trending topics from multiple social media platforms. The app’s interface is intuitive hence has lots of users.

LiveScore

Just like theScore, it offers a range of sporting events, but centres more on soccer. Apart from fans getting notified of the real-time scores on different sports, one can stream live soccer without being charged, enabling them to use the in-play betting option exclusively on Betway. Nonetheless, the feature is only available in a few countries. The app provides users with live commentary to ensure you do not miss out on any latest news.

CBS Sports

The app dedicates itself to providing the fastest sports updates to its users. According to users, the app meets the mark. It utilizes push notifications to update users on the tweets, news, highlights, and latest scores. Users can personalize their notifications depending on their preference.

Comparing it to the apps mentioned above, it is more mainstream since it is a more feature-packed sports app. One can stream live games the moment you install the app. As an added opportunity, you can stream live radio and interact with some of the greatest sports legends.

ESPN

The app is mainstream and presents users with all they expect from such a big name in the sports industry. The app updates users on the latest scores and highlights. Its coverage is robust since you can find updates from NFL to other minor leagues.

Users have the opportunity to access multiple ESPN podcasts. Once you subscribe to the app, you can stream lots of content such as exclusive ESPN+ Originals and live games.

Yahoo Sports

The app has been a go-to if you need the latest score updates. The app experiences a decent level of traffic. It ensures users stay in the loop on the latest scores on sports such as MLB, NBA tennis, and college football. Remember all these are games you can bet on live with Betway.

Bleacher Report

The app is ideal for fans that need more in-depth insights into their favourite sports. The app updates users of the latest scores and breaking sports news. The app collects handpicked stories the minute they happen. The app keeps you updated on the latest news as they take place.

The apps are the best you can install, especially when on the go, since they will keep you updated on the latest scores. Android users have multiple options available on the play store. Therefore as fans, there is no reason as to why you should miss out.

How the internet changed Poker

Remmy Bisimbeko

Dec 31, 2020

There are significantly more people playing poker online today than in land-based venues, including casinos and local poker rooms. This is a trend that is gaining traction every year and the pandemic only pushed the process into overdrive. Having said this, people have enjoyed the online version of the game for many years now and most of those who made the switch didn’t return to local game parlors. With more people embracing online poker, the Internet has changed the game and mostly for the better.

Aggressive poker is winning poker

Back in the day when poker and roulette was played mostly among friends on sites like playUK.com and in local venues, reading opponents and bluffing used to be a valued quality. Internet poker is more dynamic because people play more hands per hour, which gives them more opportunities to outshine opponents. Better players are more likely to thrive online, as a high game frequency reduces the role played by luck. Aggressive poker is winning poker regardless of where you play, but this is particularly true when gaming over the Internet.

Bluffing is important in this game, but when you play online, it is recommended not to push the envelope. Aggressive poker means that you push opponents into a corner each time you have the opportunity without going over the top. Bluffing is dangerous because people can afford to wait for premium hands and play them aggressively, so it’s more difficult to scare them away. Protecting strong starting hands and taking the initiative pre-flop, as well as the next street is now a key quality for winning poker players.

Math reigns supreme in online poker

Online gamers are generally better at using mathematics in their advantage, as they are compelled to rely on numbers with each hand. The proverbial poker face is no longer useful and the ability to read opponents is also rendered irrelevant when you can’t see the player you compete against. Instead, players extract a lot of information based on how opponents act pre-flop, as well as the subsequent streets. You need to make the right choice when betting, calling or raising and it is vital to pick the correct amount.

The Internet has also led to an improvement of poker strategies, with an abundance of information available online for those interested to broaden their horizons. People can learn while they earn, by reading poker guides and tutorials, so they elevate the level of play in the long run. There are even coaches and players who stream their games online for free, or for a small payment. This kind of knowledge was previously unavailable to those who used to compete exclusively at live poker tables.

The future of poker is online and the Internet has transformed the game by making it more competitive at all levels. Players make significant progress online and can move up the ladder faster, by tapping into the immense potential of tutorials and poker guides. Most of this knowledge can be used at live tables, so those who occasionally return to enjoy this classic form of entertainment hit two birds with one stone.

UCC Publishes List of Approved Radio Stations.

Joel Osekeny

Dec 24, 2020

In what might be interpreted by the civil society spaces as a clamp on the guaranteed freedoms of expression, speech and press in Uganda, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), has published a list of approved radio broadcasting service providers in country.

According to a publication on its website, the Commission informs the public that “the radio stations listed hereunder are currently the only authorised providers of radio broadcasting services”, and goes on to list a total of 194 registered frequencies all over the country. To note, some radio stations have more than one frequency.

Uganda is currently undergoing an election season to determine the leaders of the country in the coming polling dates next year (2021), and in an attempt to regulate broadcasts by all the media, the Commission has been on several occasions seen trying to enforce its position as a regulator of “telecommunication, broadcasting, radio communications, data communications and infrastructure” citing the authority conferred to it under section 4 of the UCC Act of 2013.

A few days ago, the same Commission made attempts to stop certain YouTube channels from what it has called a circulation of propaganda because of their row and unfiltered broadcasts of opposition campaigns, when it wrote to Google in the USA to block the stations. However, the fruition of the requests might be unrealised following a statement by an official from Google who expressed that the request will not be adhered to by the internet giant without a court order.

To date, we have seen several online TVs and Radios coming up, and several of these are excluded from the list of approved stations as these lack licenses to provide the services they do.

The internet is an uncharted territory for the Commission, and as a result of the ravaging COVID 19 pandemic, several streaming platforms are on the rise and they do not need to be assigned frequencies to operate on because of their medium of operation . The internet is an apparent free space.

Below is the list of approved ratio stations as of the 10^th December 2020, and those who do not appear in the list have been asked to approach the Commission within 4 days from the date of receipt of the list (23^rd December when it was published on the Commission blog) to avoid enforcement.

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