Wondering why your data runs out so fast?
Your data may be consumed faster than expected due to:
✔ Misunderstanding data bundle sizes or speeds.
✔ Using data-intensive apps and services.
✔ Poor network coverage, which can increase data usage.
✔ Automatic software updates.
✔ Malware or viruses running in the background.
✔ Sharing your internet connection through a hotspot.
✔ Visiting data-intensive websites or streaming high-quality content.
Understanding what consumes your data helps you use it more efficiently.
#MyDataMyRightUG #AnInclusiveDigitaleconomy #GoldenPosts
@UCC_Official@UgCERT@Bbossa@MoICT_Ug
Tell UCC what’s wrong with your service provider which includes Telecoms, Internet Services, Broadcasting, Postal & Courier, Film at our feedback boards:
Airtel Forest Mall | MTN Kyaggwe Rd
We can’t fix what we don’t know.
0800 222 777 | [email protected]
#ConnectedUganda2030
#GoldenPosts
UGANDA’S DIGITAL STORY IS MOVING FAST, AND THE NUMBERS DON’T LIE.
In this interview, @UCC_Official Executive Director Hon. George Nyombi Thembo @UCC_ED breaks down how Uganda is building an inclusive digital economy that actually works for everyone.
ICT is growing at 14.8% a year, contributing 9% to GDP
Internet prices have dropped 50% in 3 years
Smartphones now cost about UGX 140k and falling
Rural connectivity is expanding through the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund - UCUSAF
Strong consumer protection via UG-CERT, digital literacy, and fraud control
Youth, creators, and innovators are supported through skilling, film, and content programs - the Content Development Support Program.
At the core is one clear idea: access isn’t enough; affordability, safety, skills, and opportunity must move together.
This Q&A highlights leadership in action, policy meeting outcomes, collaborations, and a regulator prioritising people over technology.
Uganda isn’t just getting connected. Uganda is getting digitally ready.
Dear Basama and friends returning from Kampala — welcome back home.
As you celebrate, do not forget that your National ID is your digital signature. Lending it out for SIM card registration doesn’t just ‘help’ someone; it exposes you to digital identity theft, financial loss, and even criminal liability for crimes you never committed.
Protect it, ALWAYS.
#DigitalUG | @UgCERT | @ConsumerUCC | @bbossa | @UCC_ED
📸Courtesy
Our team is on the ground in Rukungiri district, spreading knowledge on digital safety and other consumer related issues.
#DigitalSafetyYourPriority@UCC_Official@UgCERT
RCD ACTIVATIONS - DAY 1 (RUKUNGIRI).mp4
Congratulations to Green Hill Academy on their well-deserved win! It was an incredible display of debate skills and passion from the young participants. Kudos to all 18 schools that took part and made it a fantastic day at UICT Nakawa!
#DebateSeries#YoungDebaters #CentralRegion #PromotingAnInclusiveDigitalEconomy
@UCC_Official@UgCERT@UCC_ED@bbossa
UCC Consumer Roadshows and Edutainment (CCP-15 ) Bukedea District. Roadshows ensure that consumers in rural and urban areas understand UCC's role in consumer protection and quality of service standards.
@UCC_ED@UCC_Official@UgCERT@bbossa@NIRA_Ug@MoICT_Ug
#DigitalSafetyYourPriority
#AnInclusiveDigitalEconomy
Day 2 of the awareness campaign in the Teso sub-region was spent in Bukedea District, educating SACCOs and PDM managers on digital safety through four key focus areas: avoiding fake phones, reporting fraud, safe online transactions, and securing mobile money PINs.
#DigitalSafety #AnInlclusiveDigitalEconomy
#TransactingResponsiblyOnline
@bbossa@UCC_Official@UgCERT@Airtel_Ug@mtnug@LycamobileUG@Utcl_ug@BOU_Official@postbankug