Data of the People: Methodical Approaches to Uganda's 2026 Elections
As Uganda prepares for its general elections scheduled for January 2026, the nation stands at a crossroads where data science could either strengthen democratic institutions or deepen existing divisions. The difference lies not in the abundance of numbers, but in the rigour with which data is collected, analysed, and interpreted.
Small Data, Big Decisions: How SMEs Can Turn Local Data into Business Insight
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are vital contributors to East Africa’s economy. In countries like Uganda and Kenya, they employ up to 90% of the population and account for about 40% of the GDP. Despite many challenges like power shortage and limited funding which put a ceiling on their chances of long-term survival, the digitization of SMEs has the potential to counter their effects by eliminating operational inefficiencies and using predictive capabilities to add value to an enterprise.
