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SoL, Makerere University
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COVID19: What We Know So Far, A thread.
We will issue a detailed report on our lessons from the current global pandemic. But we thought to bring you a few points to ponder. The conclusion so far is that the world has changed and the future is digital, powered by 4IR. 1/
What a day! Day 1 of our inaugural #Blockchainandthelaw Masterclass is done. Great success! Many thanks to our speakers, @KwameRugunda @noryo @RKirunda for a very enlightening day!!!
Looking forward to day 2. We take a deeper dive into Blockchain and it’s uses. @SkillHaven
Super thrilled that we have received expressions of interest from more than twice the number of students we were targeting. This weekend we take the journey from the pre-2008 world into the larger questions on blockchain. We just can’t wait!
Working with @SkillHaven, we’re pleased to issue a call for our very first #BlockchainMasterClass for @MakerereLaw students with interest in blockchain. Slots are limited. Interested students are encouraged to apply early. @RKirunda @blockchainug @
The clouds are gathering in the telecom sector. @Jonekyoma has picked a very critical fight with @Airtel_Ug. He is raising several questions that we have all not bothered to ask in a while. We are happy to join this fight and offer our support.
Early Gains Against @Airtel_Ug Affirm Case For Consumers’ Pushback. @UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @Samwyri @qataharraymond @ApenyaRobert @RKirunda @Jbyam1 @ug_lawsociety @JudiciaryUG @niyimic
We are delighted to announce the call for our second cohort. Interested and eligible persons are encouraged to apply. Slots are limited and timeous applications will be appreciated. Join us if you want to shape the future of law!
Commissioner Julius Torach, who was at the heart of coordinating the development of the National 4IR Strategy, is discussing report. Highlights the need to address deep fakes
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Research was conducted with aid from Makerere Research and Innovation Fund. Research found that there are some use cases but there is a lot to be done.
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Our Convener, .@RKirunda will be speaking this morning on the emerging issues in Technology, law and human rights. Join us.
This is certainly of keen interest as it touches on some of our ongoing research. Thank you for tagging us.
Our Convener .@RKirunda will be speaking at this year's #AfricaLawTech Festival. This year the Festival will be online. But will be well worth attending. Please sign up at the link in the flyer below.
Cash relief distribution via Mobile Money would be efficient, cost and time saving but has 2 drawbacks: 1. Assumes fairness and transparency in selection criteria of beneficiaries; 2. Assumes all beneficiaries have both MM registered line and NIN. These are big assumptions.
Prime Minister Rt Hon @RobinahNabbanja after the #Covid_19 Taskforce meeting:" We have agreed and decided that any support that will be provided to the persons most affected by the lockdown measures will be through cash tokens and not physical food distribution."@OPMUganda
El Salvador has passed a law recognising #Bitcoin as legal tender. This is perhaps the biggest news in the bitcoin and cryptocurrency space in a very long time.
There are indications a decision has been made to abolish @NITAUganda1 This will significantly alter the current terrain of tech regulation in Uganda. NITA is the data regulator under the DPPA 2019. This will need to be amended. We wait to see the full impact of this decision.
Our directors, Ms Hadijah Namyalo and .@RKirunda have had a truly fruitful interaction with .@UCC_ED on UCC's journey on responsible adoption of 4IR for service delivery in Uganda. It was a great morning for which we are truly grateful. @UCC_Official
This is truly sad. Why would anyone break into an office in what seems like more than a burglary? We are glad @chapterfourug has embraced technology and hope it helps in resolving this situation.
Our offices were broken into last night. The intruders were only able to access the reception area & made off with a desktop computer. The alarm system may’ve halted them in their tracks. We’re working with @G4S to get to review the incident
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Today our directors hosted our first cohort to a congratulatory lunch. Their theses are complete and truly groundbreaking. Look out for the publication. We are truly proud! @ruth_muhawe @MushikaziK @imushemeza @BorrisMorris @MariaMukama @NakatoKathyrn @RKirunda
Our @RKirunda recognized for his contribution towards driving legal innovation in Africa! Well done, @RKirunda!!! @AfricaLawTech @BonyoLinda @CryptoSavannah
Young pple need to engage at three core levels: 1. learn the tech and build. 2. Understand the policy questions from a user/experience viewpoint. 3. Question the answers and challenge the norms. Using safeboda? Read the terms. Push back. Debate the rules. Engage. Read, b informed
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