About NITA-U

Lives transformed through e‑Services delivery

The National Information Technology Authority – Uganda (NITA-U) is mandated to coordinate, promote, and monitor IT development in line with national social and economic goals.

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135+
Entities on UGHUB Platform
Secure data exchange across Government MDAs.
650+
Websites Hosted
Reliable Government web presence and hosting.
400+
ICT Certified Individuals
Raising standards through IT certification.
1466+
NBI Sites Connected
Expanding the National Backbone Infrastructure.
Our Services

Explore the services transforming real lives

From connectivity to security and digital identity, NITA-U provides end‑to‑end infrastructure and platforms that enable e‑Government services across Uganda.

Services Portfolio • E‑Government • Security
Connectivity

Internet & Leased Lines

High‑capacity connectivity over the National Backbone Infrastructure, connecting Government entities to mission‑critical applications and services.

Datacentre

NITA-U National Data Centre

Secure, modern hosting for Government systems, with resilient power, cooling, and 24/7 monitoring.

Digital Identity

UGPass (e‑Signature)

Digital authentication and electronic signatures solutions to secure online transactions and services.

Integration

UGHub Integration Service

A central integration and data‑sharing platform that links Government information systems through secure APIs.

Standards

IT Certification

Certification of ICT service providers and professionals to ensure quality and compliance with national standards.

Security

Information Security Services

Cybersecurity advisory, monitoring and incident response to protect Government infrastructure and citizen data.

Our Achievements

National platforms powering digital Uganda

NITA-U has delivered and hosts a growing portfolio of e‑services and sector platforms that transform how citizens and businesses interact with Government.

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National Library of Uganda Web Portal

Digital access to library resources and services, preserving knowledge and making information accessible nationwide.

Electronic One Stop Centre (eBiz)

A unified portal for investors and businesses to access licenses and registrations online.

Digital Village Register

A digital platform to record and manage village population data for planning and service delivery.

Red Cross Volunteering Management System

A system that manages volunteers and emergency response operations in partnership with the Uganda Red Cross.

Official NAM Summit Website

Official digital presence for the Non‑Aligned Movement Summit, showcasing Uganda’s hosting role.

Engineers Registration Board Portal

Online registration and management for engineering professionals and firms in Uganda.

Updates

News & articles

Stay up to date with the latest advisories, project milestones and stories from Uganda’s digital transformation journey.

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Team discussing cybersecurity and data protection Advisory
2 February, 2026

INTRODUCTION OF FIREWALL‑AS‑A‑SERVICE (FWAAS)

NITA-U announces Firewall‑as‑a‑Service to strengthen perimeter security for Government networks and applications across the National Backbone Infrastructure.

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UGANDA KICKS OFF PREPARATIONS FOR DIGITAL GOVERNMENT AFRICA SUMMIT 2026
News • 28 November, 2025
NITA-U Launches Nationwide “BEERA KU GUARD” Campaign To Promote Cybersecurity, Data Protection And Privacy
News • Cybersecurity Awareness
NITA-U Joins Rwenzori Marathon, Brings Free Government Wi‑Fi to the Kikorongo Equator Monument
News • Free Public Wi‑Fi
NITA-U Launches Data Center Market Study Report To Guide Expansion Of National ICT Infrastructure
News • National Datacentre