GIST Global Innovation through Science & Technology | GIST Tech-I Competition

This is a great opportunity to submit your executive summary for consideration for this competition. Ugandans are eligible to participate, however US citizens are not. See the site below for the complete list of eligible countries.

Tech-I is designed to encourage and support technology and science entrepreneurs to launch and/or grow a company in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Turkey through:
- Training and mentorship with successful entrepreneurs, angel investors, and venture capitalists
- Networking opportunities
- Seed funding

Application instructions: http://bit.ly/101XN8w

Rock Climbing Challenge

The gorgeous photography of Kagulu Hill in the Buyende district of Uganda from Edward Echwalu Photography demonstrates the beauty of Uganda and its people.

http://bit.ly/10TvmVG

A Web Series About Africa's Entrepreneurs, Creatives and Technologists

We’re looking forward to following this initiative!

We love to hear how U-TOUCH IT training is changing lives in Uganda. 

Akanyo was unemployed and dreamed of a better life as a secretary. After completing her training at the Pader U-TOUCH Digital Center, she became a secretary working with the Education Department of the district government.  Her responsibilities include managing data for the district and preparing monthly reports.  

“I encourage everybody, especially the girls, to take this opportunity and learn how to use computers. I was able to get this job because of my computer certificate from U-TOUCH. This job has transformed my life.” http://on.fb.me/11VW4B4

We love to hear how U-TOUCH IT training is changing lives in Uganda.

Akanyo was unemployed and dreamed of a better life as a secretary. After completing her training at the Pader U-TOUCH Digital Center, she became a secretary working with the Education Department of the district government. Her responsibilities include managing data for the district and preparing monthly reports.

“I encourage everybody, especially the girls, to take this opportunity and learn how to use computers. I was able to get this job because of my computer certificate from U-TOUCH. This job has transformed my life.” http://on.fb.me/11VW4B4

Business4Better Conference and Expo - The Community Partnership Movement

We have exciting news! U-TOUCH will be at the Business4Better Conference and Expo in Anaheim on May 1 & 2. Stop by booth 562 and say hi!

Business4Better brings together midsized business, large corporations and nonprofits to truly define mutually beneficial partnerships.

http://bit.ly/ZScCXr

Girls In ICT | Expanding horizons and changing attitudes

Today is International Girls in ICT Day!

Learn more about how technology empowers girls and benefits entire communities. At U-TOUCH we’ve seen the results firsthand!

Young Innovators Competition 2013

Are you up for a challenge?

Open to 18-26 year-olds worldwide, the Young Innovators’ Competition is looking for concrete solutions using cutting-edge technology to one of six Global Challenges developed in partnership with specialized UN agencies and leading private sector players.

http://bit.ly/14Sc8bI

http://www.facebook.com/events/297420023724095/

Isn’t technology great?!? With basic computer skills and Internet access you can chat live with leaders around the world.

We have something exciting planned… Can you guess what we’re celebrating? 

June 15th, 2013 6pm - 10pm PST http://on.fb.me/17TmtTf

We have something exciting planned… Can you guess what we’re celebrating?

June 15th, 2013 6pm - 10pm PST http://on.fb.me/17TmtTf

typicalugandan:

Shops in Owino Market, Kampala, Uganda. (Photography by Boris Matous)

typicalugandan:

Shops in Owino Market, Kampala, Uganda. (Photography by Boris Matous)