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AKLEAD is an ICT forum birthed out of the necessity of building cyber security awareness in Uganda. We share the latest trends regarding cybersecurity.

[Uganda Police Force @PoliceUg]

// @mkituuma "On 7 May 2026, our intelligence teams successfully apprehended two suspects linked to the Bank of Uganda break-in that occurred on 4 May 2026.

The suspects have been identified as Kule Boaz Michael, 19, a resident of Wabigalo, and Kabuye Ramadhan, also known as Rhama, a resident of Nsambya Zone C, both in Kampala City.
The suspects are currently in police custody, and two stolen laptops have since been recovered.
They will be arraigned before court in due course.

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

Stay alert.

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

#TwoFactorAuthentication
Setting up 2-factor authentication will save your accounts being taken over.

Many calls come through from people saying, my WhatsApp account has been taken over. There is a feature to enable 2FA. All you have to do is enable it.
Hackers love slow people.

[Iam kimmich 📸💯 @kukirizajoshua5]

Ransomware doesn’t ask twice—it locks you out and charges you to get your life back.
Back up your data. Don’t click suspicious links. Limit admin access. Keep your systems updated.
Stay sharp. Stay secure.
@UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @MoICT_Ug @GCICUganda @UgandaMediaCent #CyberSecurity #StaySafe #GoldenPosts

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

“One of the most common ways that computers are infected with ransomware is through social engineering. Educate yourself on how to detect malspam, suspicious websites, &other scams. And above all else, exercise common sense. If it seems suspect, it probably is.” #ransomware

[RENU-CERT @renu_cert]

👀 Suspicious call from IT? A pop-up demanding “urgent” action?
Classic pretexting trick! 🎭
💡 TIP: Verify through official channels. Never trust out-of-the-blue contact.
Social engineering feeds on urgency + fear. 🧩
Don’t fall for the act.

[ArthurKmo Ubuntu - #Cybersecurity#FinanciaLiteracy @ArthurKmo]

#CyberTuesday
Lagos: 400+ victims lost bank funds in 2023 after using hacked mall WiFi.

How? Hackers rerouted ALL traffic to phishing sites.

🛑 Key lesson: Disable 'auto-connect' to WiFi!

[ArthurKmo Ubuntu - #Cybersecurity#FinanciaLiteracy @ArthurKmo]

💡 Protection Checklist (Shareable!)

SAFE PUBLIC WIFI RULES:
1️⃣ NEVER access banks/email
2️⃣ ALWAYS use VPN (e.g. @Surfshark)
3️⃣ TURN OFF file sharing
4️⃣ VERIFY network name with staff
5️⃣ USE mobile data for sensitive tasks
✅ RT to save others!
#CyberSafety #TechAdvice

[ArthurKmo Ubuntu - #Cybersecurity#FinanciaLiteracy @ArthurKmo]

💸 Scam Tactic Spotlight

Fake login pages on public WiFi:
⬆️ 200% surge in Africa since 2022.

Hackers clone hotel/bank login screens → steal credentials.

✅ Always check URL: 'https://' ≠ 'http://'

A little due diligence will help. Don't rush.
#Phishing #CyberFraud

[ArthurKmo Ubuntu - #Cybersecurity#FinanciaLiteracy @ArthurKmo]

✈️ Travel tip: NEVER use "Free Airport WiFi"

If you badly want to use it, avoid doing anything serious like doing online transactions. You are better off moving with your own or using your phone data.

You are better off safe than sorry.

[ArthurKmo Ubuntu - #Cybersecurity#FinanciaLiteracy @ArthurKmo]

"63% of free WiFi hotspots are MALICIOUS."

Our programming always costs us when it comes to free things. As long as it's free we dash to take/use but free things like WiFi are being exploited by criminals. Yes! you can access your bank but someone else is getting your info.

[ArthurKmo Ubuntu - #Cybersecurity#FinanciaLiteracy @ArthurKmo]

#CyberTuesday
Welcome back to Cyber Tuesday.

Do you know that PUBLIC WIFI could be your biggest downfall?

According to Interpol Africa Cybercrime Report 2024:

"South Africa & Kenya rank TOP 5 globally for 'evil twin' attacks. Johannesburg & Nairobi airports"

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

#CyberMonday

[AKLEAD-CERT @AkleadL]

Beware of online scams.

Good message from Denis.

"Social proof is one of those key tenets scammers use."

It's the massage gel they use to calm your pain when you're worried.
As long as you can't explain a business like in the form of ABC don't invest. Always alert @CmaUganda

[Denis Duke Woniala🇺🇬 @DenisDukeUG]

In 2022, I lost about 25M Uganda shillings to a well crafted online scam. It all started when a friend of mine Mauwa whom I’d been friends with for over 8 years reached out to me about a business opportunity that had changed lives. She asked to schedule a call so..

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

🚨 Phishing Epidemic

"1 in 5 African SMEs faced phishing attacks in 2024. Human error remains the weakest link. Time for continent-wide cyber hygiene training! "

(Source: Africa Union Digital Transformation Report)

Stop being the weakest link.
#Phishing #SMEs #CyberEducation

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

@Makerere only connect to MakAIR or Eduroam WiFi.
🚫 The "Free WiFi" Name Trap
Scammers' favorite network names in Africa:
1️⃣ "MTN Free WiFi"
2️⃣ "Starbucks Guest"
3️⃣ "Airport_Free_Internet"
⚠️ If it connects WITHOUT a password → RED FLAG!
#WifiHacking #ScamAlert #Eduroam #MakAIR

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

In under 6 seconds⌛️, your data can be stolen when you connect to public Wifi.

🚨The coffee shops, airports lounges pose the highest risk.⚠️

@Makerere the trusted WiFi is MakAIR or Eduroam.

#PublicWiFi #CyberSecurity #DataPrivacy

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

#CyberMonday

🔒 Stat Shockers

"90% of African businesses lack basic cybersecurity protocols. With rapid digital growth, this gap is a ticking time bomb. "

(Source: AU Cyber Security Report)
#CyberSecurity #AfricaTech #DigitalRisk

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

📱 Mobile Vulnerability

"Africa leads in mobile adoption but 78% of devices lack security updates. Cybercriminals' favorite entry point? Your phone."

(Source: SADC Cybersecurity Assessment)

Do not forget to update your smartphone.
#MobileSecurity #AfricaRising #TechAfrica

[Directorate For ICT Support - Makerere University @DICTSMakerere]

#CyberMonday
That email📨:

Always ask⁉️

- Is it from the right source?
- Did my colleague really send it?

Asking such simple questions can avoid you clicking on malicious links 🔗 or downloading📩 attachments that can be catastrophic.

https://t.co/WW14Lk8Q8C
#BeAlert