Here is a rundown of the top news stories this week in tech with some huge announcements in telemedicine that is the launch of the USSD code *280# by Rocket Health, the Ministry of ICT’s call for applications under NIISP, several IT career opportunities and so much more.
The Ministry of ICT announces the 4th call for applications under NIISP to support innovators
The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance announces the 4th call for applications under NIISP (National ICT Initiatives Support Program) which will provide support to innovators in Uganda. NIISP provides the perfect opportunity for those who have digital solutions to daily issues to get the funding they need to develop their ideas.
Rocket Health launches USSD code *280# to make health services available to everyone
Rocket Health launches USSD code *280# to provide simpler access to anyone with a cell phone. They can seek doctor consultations, laboratory tests, pharmacy products, schedule clinic appointments, subscribe to healthcare plans, chronic care management and have access to exclusive offers.
Apply for great opportunities at Code for Africa and RENU
The Marconi Society in collaboration with Research and Education Network for Uganda (RENU), and the ResilientAfrica Network (RANLab) will provide students with training, mentorship, and opportunities to develop their technical skills and make an impact on their local communities. The program consists of a subprogram, specifically designed for undergraduates, called eduroam.
MTN reduces mobile money withdrawal fees
In addition to the reduced rates, MTN customers have the unique opportunity of getting MTN Senkyu loyalty points when they deposit, send, and withdraw MTN Mobile Money. For every UGX 5,000 deposited on MTN MoMo, a customer gets one Senkyu point and two Senkyu points for every UGX 100 a customer is charged when they send or withdraw mobile money. This is a unique benefit available to only MTN customers.
More of the top news stories this week in tech
Here are opportunities from the Open Innovation Challenge Fund, Makerere University and more
MTN responds to court ruling on transitional license fees
Air Quality Awareness Week 2021: A glimpse at AirQo’s excellent efforts to reduce air pollution
The awe-inspiring SafeBangle technology in Uganda that reports crime
World Press Freedom Day 2021: How safe are journalists online?
Ugandans will own digital national IDs by 2024, says Minister of Internal Affairs
