Shetechtive Uganda blog

Across the world, identity verification is no longer optional. From fintech to social media platforms, and even civic services, proving who you are online has become a regulatory requirement. Governments and companies argue that this strengthens trust, reduces fraud, and improves accountability. But there is a growing tension. As identity checks expand, so do the risks to privacy, security, and digital rights. For communities like those Shetechtive serves, especially women and marginalized groups, these risks are not abstract. They can translate into surveillance, exclusion, and real-world harm. The challenge now is not whether identity verification should exist, but how to implement it responsibly. When compliance becomes a risk surface Regulation often forces platforms to collect more personal data than they otherwise would. This includes national IDs, facial recognition scans, phone numbers, and sometimes even biometric data. While the intention may be legitimate, the outcome ...

Uganda’s digital landscape has entered a defining moment. The Constitutional Court’s decision to declare the Computer Misuse Act null and void is not just a legal development. It is a turning point for how rights, freedoms, and responsibilities are understood in the digital age. For years, the law shaped how Ugandans interacted online. Its removal now opens both opportunities and questions that demand careful reflection. At its core, the Court found that Parliament enacted the law in a way that contravened the Constitution. This ruling goes beyond technical legalities. It reaffirms the principle that all laws, especially those regulating expression and technology, must align with constitutional protections such as freedom of expression, privacy, and due process. For a country where digital spaces are increasingly central to civic participation, this judgment carries deep significance. For ordinary Ugandans, the immediate impact is a shift in how online expression is treated. The...

Uganda’s music industry is entering an important moment. This week, Parliament began discussing changes to the country’s copyright law. The proposed amendments could change how musicians earn money from their work. For many artists, this discussion has been a long time coming. For years, musicians in Uganda have complained that their songs generate money for many businesses but not for them. Songs are played on radio, television, in bars, on streaming platforms and as caller ringback tones on mobile phones. Yet many artists say they receive little or no payment. The new bill aims to address some of these concerns. The proposal seeks to update the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Act . This law currently governs copyright protection in Uganda. The amendment would introduce stronger systems for collecting royalties and sharing revenue with artists. One area receiving attention is the money generated from caller ringback tones used by telecom companies. Lawmakers want to ensure that ...