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08/09/2021

There are exceptions for individuals who do not fall within the stated categories. For anyone then looking to get verified, Twitter has some strict requirements. In short, your account must be authentic, notable, and active.

The process on how to get verified on Twitter requires that individuals fall under stated categories by Twitter as eligible.

08/09/2021

Emata is set to compete at Mastermind Competition in the ICT Spring conference which will be held in Luxembourg on September 15th. Emata stands out as the only African startup in the competition where it will get the opportunity to impress the jury with its project.

Emata is revolutionizing farmer financing as it targets the underbanked in Uganda with the main focus on farmers who are in cooperatives. It provides them

07/09/2021

A survey about the future of the brand in Uganda revealed that they can no longer achieve the dream of impacting through a digitally-led transformation of society and consequently, the need to pull out of the market.

After numerous rounds of talk, it is now apparent that Africell Uganda Limited will be exiting the Ugandan market after seven years of service.

07/09/2021

You can start a live broadcast from within the official Twitter app for iOS and Android devices. A cellular or Wi-Fi signal is required and your account must be public. If your Twitter account is set to protected, you will not be able to live stream.

With live stream on Twitter, users can reach vast audiences as they all get a personal feel through the platform.

06/09/2021

These keys can be used while accessing the app on the Windows and Mac web versions as well as the WhatsApp desktop apps. The shortcut keys do allow users to explore a variety of options such as making a message unread, opening a new chat window, muting chats, or searching in the chat list.

These shortcut keys can be used while accessing the app on the Windows and Mac web versions as well as the WhatsApp desktop apps.

06/09/2021

There are quite a number of institutions with beginner courses in computer learning that you could pick from and learn how to effectively operate a computer and other technology-based devices.

The outbreak of covid19 changed the work environment to one that is tech-based. Most companies are relying on technology to carry on day-day business and

06/09/2021

With the decoder self service, you can recharge to avoid disconnection, check out the different bouquets, decoder subscription orders and even check your account statement too.

As a Startimes customer, the pay-TV service has made it even easier to watch your favourite shows and sports content on the go. Well with the Startimes ON

05/09/2021

A look at the top news stories this week, MTN is finalising plans to list shares soon, WhatsApp makes its privacy policy update optional to users, how to prepare for Makerere’s online exams during this period and more.

MTN Uganda to start listing shares soon: MTN is the first telecommunications company to make progress towards listing. Listing shares on the stock exchange is

04/09/2021

Shorts is a way for anyone to connect with a new audience in the YouTube app. The platform has a number of interesting creation tools that make it easy for a user to create short-form videos that are up to 60 seconds long with the in-app multi-segment camera.

YouTube Shorts is a way for anyone to connect with a new audience using just a smartphone and the Shorts camera in the YouTube app.

04/09/2021

Looking for something captivating to watch, these documentaries will deliver all that and much more. With fascinating stories from all over the world, these top documentaries tell the real-life stories of different people living in different situations. Here, we list a few to take you through the weekend.

With fascinating stories from all over the world, these top documentaries tell the real-life stories of different people living in different situations.

03/09/2021

In Uganda, the learner’s driving permit is given a duration of 3 months, if these pass before the applicant has visited the IOV and passed the competence test, then they would have to renew their license.

But while undertaking your drving studies, you need to apply for a learner’s driving permit that can accommodate you through the period.

03/09/2021

The solution is used to record business transactions and share the information with URA in real-time. It involves the use of e-Invoicing through the URA web portal and direct communication with business transaction systems, Electronic Fiscal Devices (EFDs), and Electronic Dispenser Controllers (EDCs) to manage the issuance of e-receipts and e-invoices.

You might have heard about Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)’s EFRIS portal. EFRIS in full is Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing Solution.

03/09/2021

Other new features include more options when forwarding messages, a shortcut to switch between channels, options to remove captions from media and hide sender names when forwarding, an easy way to jump to the next unread channel without going back to your chat list, and improved sticker panel, new animated emoji and more.

Telegram latest update might as well be the biggest the platform has released this year with features that will keep even more users hooked to the app. Early

03/09/2021

The new Uganda Communications Commission board is a mixture of re-appointed members such as Dr Dorothy Kabagaju Okello (Chairperson), Dr Jimmy Pat Saamanya and Enoch Barata, and new faces such as Ms Lucy Ntabazi, Mr Edson Ngirabakunzi, Eng. Paul Odoi and Eng. Geoffrey Agoi. Ag. Executive Director Irene Kaggwa Sewankambo is a member by virtue of her position.

The Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Dr Chris Baryomunsi presided over the commissioning of the new UCC board on 1st September 2021 early this week. The

02/09/2021

Mobifliks seems to avail a wider variety of movies and series that people can choose from. Showing off all the latest releases, you can find these already translated on the site and ready for you to watch. It also has classics, series in English, Korean series, cartoons and Christian movies. To watch, you have to subscribe with different options to pick from.

For those that like VJ Jingo movies or Ugandan translated movies, we'll look at how to watch and download these today.

01/09/2021

With digital banking, you can deposit, withdraw, open up an account and pay for utilities and other services at the click of a button; but how does this differ from the ancient old metal box? The difference if any, is that the former has a modern name tag.

Digital banks have eased access to banking services such as making withdrawals and deposits without having to go through the stress of queuing up at the bank.

01/09/2021

This sounds like great news for its users as they were initially left with no options to choose from. However, the report states that those who want to message business accounts on WhatsApp that use cloud providers will be required to review and accept the new terms of service.

The newly suggested WhatsApp privacy policy caused such a stir among the app's 1 billion users as many opted to move to other messaging platforms to escape what they deemed as unfair.

01/09/2021

Windows 11 comes with a new Microsoft Store rebuilt with an all-new design making it easier to search and discover your favorite apps, games, shows, and movies in one trusted location.

A statement from Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 official release date will be October 5th. The company also shared some major highlights that users should look out for like new designs, the fresh Start menu, a new Microsoft store and more

31/08/2021

Analysts have predicted could be good news for the not so active stock market. The move is expected to earn the Capital Markets Authority a non-tax revenue of about UGX 1.1b.

MTN Uganda to start listing shares soon as it is in the final stages of completing the process. It is working towards beating the deadline which is June 2022.

31/08/2021

Ridelink works towards connecting small and medium-sized businesses to a network of transportation providers at the touch of a button. From its inception in 2017, it has hit numerous strides serving over 250 SMEs and employs over 2000 drivers who deliver cargo throughout East Africa.

Ridelink works towards connecting small and medium-sized businesses to a network of transportation providers at the touch of a button. From its inception in

30/08/2021

In a Tweet, clubhouse announced its spatial audio feature that is to bring life-like conversations in the room. Currently the feature is available on IOS and Android users won’t have to wait for long before spatial audios get on Android.

Clubhouse an audio-only social platform unveiled another thrilling feature: spatial audios. Clubhouse has been in the social networking community for just a

30/08/2021

Uganda emerged as the best globally and is in the first position in Africa too, beating over 34 countries and 107 teams from Asia, Latin America, East Europe, and the Middle East. As a result, they emerged as number one in the 2020 ICT Competitions.

Huawei's ICT talent development strategy in Uganda is thriving while remaining sustainable thanks to a unique "learn-show-apply" structure that provides not

29/08/2021

The international tech news this week features the recent policy by Onlyfans to ban adult content, a new WhatsApp feature to include message reactions, Google removes cryptocurrency apps from its Play Store and more.

WhatsApp Working To Bring Emoji Message Reactions To Its App: If you spend enough time using social apps, you get used to certain UX patterns. One example is

29/08/2021

A look at the top news stories this week, we feature Tubayo’s efforts to boost tourism experiences, a mental health campaign unveiled during the Uganda Social Media Conference, the fate of Only fans’ recent ban policy and more.

A look at the top news stories this week, we feature Tubayo's efforts to boost tourism experiences, a mental health campaign unveiled during the Uganda Social

28/08/2021

This week's tech news features stories like Ethiopia's efforts to develop a rival to social media apps like Facebook and WhatsApp, Facebook rolls out the Marketplace feature to some African countries and more.

Facebook Marketplace is a convenient destination for users of the social network where they can find, buy and sell items from others in their local

27/08/2021

A reaction is usually an emoji that you can place on a message to express emotions. Instagram, Twitter, iMessage already support message reactions and today we can start to discover the progress of their development.

When it comes to providing updates, WhatsApp does not appear to take any breaks. The newest WhatsApp update for message reactions is the most recent addition

27/08/2021

Unless one has sensitive data that they need to protect, in which case, it is best to invest in a paid version of the antivirus, to be on the safer side. According to Avast, one of the leading antivirus companies, its free product is intended for average users, while its paid antivirus is for more advanced users. Still, either way, the most important thing is that there should be at least some type of protection in place, either free or paid.

You stand the risk of losing your personal information, your files and even the cash from your bank account without anti virus software. Seeing as the

26/08/2021

Facebook is revising Polls, which they say is one of Messenger’s most-loved features, with the launch of Poll Games! Now, you can now play “Most likely to” in polls to help you discover what your friends think about topics.

This month of August marks 10 years of Facebook Messenger, and the app is celebrating the milestone with four new features for users to enjoy.

26/08/2021

The policy would mark an end to Onlyfans’ most lucrative venture. Although Onlyfans’ is not limited to explicit content its largely known for it. Onlyfans has for long supported explicit content creators as it stated that ‘s*x is also work’ but its new policy was to leave s*x workers without work.

Onlyfans suspends ban on explicit content

25/08/2021

HOOTSUITE is a social media managing tool that is linked to social accounts such as: facebook, instagram, twitter letting you have the luxury to leissure as you still get to inetract with your customers or followers. Hootsuite comes with a free trial and to access the premium one is required to to pay a subscription.

Social media managing apps are helping many users with busy schedules save a fortune as they manage their social accounts and HOOTSUITE is one of the world’s

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