Parliament to support governments initiatives in digitalizing the country.

 The Deputy Speaker of Parliament Rt Hon Thomas Tayebwa has hailed the government for its dedication and commitment towards Uganda’s digital transformation.

The deputy speaker was this afternoon speaking at the closing ceremony of the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-24) that was held at Speak Resort Munyonyo.

Close to  900 delegates who comprised the world’s leading telecommunication and ICT regulators, policymakers, and industry leaders attended the symposium.

The symposium provided a platform for conversations on emerging issues to strengthen the impact of regulation of the telecommunication and ICT sectors in the digital age. 

Some of the issues raised ranged from cyber security, access and affordability of devices within the urban and rural communities, and environmental concerns among others.

Tayebwa says parliament will continue playing a supportive role in ensuring that the government fulfills its initiatives aimed at digitalizing the country.

The delegates shared experiences and exchanged ideas on the best regulatory practices and committed to creating a regulatory environment conducive to innovation while prioritizing the safety, privacy, and rights of digital users worldwide.

Hon Thomas Tayebwa has asked regulators to waive visa charges in African countries where visa requirements have been scrapped.

The four-day meeting was Organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) - the United Nations’ specialized agency responsible for ICTs. 

The ITU is the oldest organization in the UN system, having been established in 1865, long before the UN itself was born and is Based in Geneva, Switzerland.