Dr Chris Baryomunsi (2nd L), the Minister for ICT and National Guidence, Sarah Kagingo, the Deputy Chairperson, PSFU (L), among other officials during the launch of the academy on Friday, September 31st 2025 at Sheraton Kampala Hotel
HABARI DAILY I Kampala, Uganda I Uganda’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Academy has been launched, courtesy of the CEO Forum, a corporate platform for business owners and leaders.
AI is highly significant to Uganda’s development, acting as a catalyst for economic growth, improved public services, and innovation across key sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and education.
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, who officially launched the academy, said that its aimed at providing education, training of practical AI skills for career advancement and business growth.
“We commend you for providing learning and networking opportunities, and now the AI academy, which are crucial for individuals seeking to enter the AI field and for companies looking to integrate AI into their operations,” she said in a speech delivered on her behalf by Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, Minister for ICT and National Guidance.
At a colorful function held at the Sheraton Kampala hotel on Friday, September 31st 2025, Nabbanja commended the organisers of the 16th Annual CEO Forum for championing innovation and leadership development, describing the event as a key platform for nurturing Uganda’s next generation of leaders.
She further said that the AI Academy will equip leaders and innovators with the skills, ethics, and mindset to thrive in the age of intelligent technology.
“The academy will work in collaboration with global institutions such as the Indian Institute of Technology, Strathmore University, the University of Cape Town, Stellenbosch Business School, Lagos Business School, and the African Association of Business Schools.”
The Prime Minister said this year’s theme, “Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Transformation,” was timely as nations around the world adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance governance and service delivery.
“The Government of Uganda, through the Office of the Prime Minister, the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, and the National Information Technology Authority, has embarked on integrating AI into governance and service delivery,” Nabbanja stated.
Among the initiatives under way are the development of a National AI Strategy (2024–2030), the use of AI-enabled predictive analytics, chatbots, and traffic management systems in public services.
“Other applications include AI in agriculture for yield prediction and climate adaptation, AI in education for personalised learning, AI in financial inclusion through data-driven credit scoring, and AI in governance to promote transparency and automate public systems,” she said.
Nabbanja stressed that as Uganda embraces these technologies, the importance of ensuring that innovation aligns with sustainability. She applauded the CEO Summit’s collaboration with D’Carbon Academy and Regenerate Africa on environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership and green transformation.
By leveraging its youthful population and strategic initiatives, Uganda aims to position itself as a regional AI hub.
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