The NADPA - RAPDP member states today held their annual general meeting at the Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club in Nairobi Kenya at the back of the just concluded NADPA - RAPDP Conference. The AGM was chaired by the Board Chair, Mme Sanady Tchimaden of Niger.

The AGM brought…

What does the future hold for digital sovereignty and data governance in Africa?
Expert panellists, Stella Alibateese (National Director of the Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda - Uganda), Tevin Mwenda Gitonga (Head of Data Governance at DTC, GIZ Kenya),

Did you know? Data privacy isn't just a luxury, it's a fundamental human right. Everyone deserves control over their personal data and the freedom to decide how it's used. Let's champion data privacy as a cornerstone of our digital world. #PersonalDataisPrivate #DataPrivacyUG

Storing data securely is crucial for protecting privacy. Encrypting data adds an extra layer of protection against misuse. Let's prioritize data security to safeguard our personal information. #PersonalDataisPrivate #DataPrivacyUG

“Within 2 years, Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda has reached out to 200 entities in awareness sessions and have been able to register over 2000 data protection controllers and processors.” - Baker Birikujja , Manager of Compliance and Investigations at Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda

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Thank you, Burgess Foundation, Uganda, for recognizing the efforts of our team! We're glad to hear that our training session provided valuable insights on data protection and privacy. Strengthening these practices is essential for safeguarding sensitive information. We're here to support you…

Flashing back to the informative training session organized by the Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda team for our team Burgess Foundation, Uganda. The session was an eye-opener, offering valuable knowledge and practical tips on safeguarding data and respecting privacy rights. Kudos to the Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda team for their…

Today at the #NADPAConference24 , Ms. Stella Alibateese (Stella Alibateese) joined a panel to discuss the future of digital sovereignty and data governance in Africa. She emphasized the importance of prioritizing infrastructure development to host residents' data and systems for…

Protect your personal data by disabling wireless functionality when not in use. It's a simple step to safeguard your privacy and prevent unauthorized access. #PersonalDataisPrivate #DataPrivacyUG

Data breaches can happen to anyone. If you suspect a data breach, notify your Data Protection Officer (DPO) immediately. The DPO will then notify the Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda right away. Stay vigilant and protect the personal data within your custody. #PersonalDataisPrivate #DataPrivacyUG

Our team led by the Stella Alibateese is attending the 2-day conference of the Network of Data Protection Authorities in Africa themed; “Promoting regional data governance for Digital transformation' in Nairobi Kenya. The conference is aimed at formulating strategies to promote…

Remember those virus warnings that normally pop up on your device? Don't fall for it! Avoid clicking on pop-ups or virus warnings. Stay safe online by sticking to trusted sources and keeping your software updated. #PersonalDataisPrivate #DataPrivacyUG

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Did you know you have the right to access your personal data held by companies and organizations? This is a key data subject right that empowers you to understand how your data is being used. #DataPrivacyUG #PersonalDataisPrivate

Did you know? Public Wi-Fi networks are often less secure than private ones, making it easier for hackers to intercept data transmitted over them. When you log in to your accounts on public Wi-Fi, you risk exposing sensitive information like passwords and personal details. Avoid…

As part of the #TalkToYourRegulatorSeries , Stephen Mugabe represented Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda in Hoima and Fort portal. While speaking at these engagements, he encouraged NGO representatives to actively practice proper data management throughout the entire data life cycle. #PersonalDataisPrivate …

Coming soon🔜
Baker Birikujja will be representing Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda on the Regulators Roundtable, Episode 3, Season 3 of the Digital Rights Africa Podcast this Friday 3rd May 2024. He will be sharing about the progress made by the Office. Catch up this episode on YouTube and Spotify.…

🎙️ Joining us for Episode 3 of the Digital Rights Africa Podcast Season 3 is Baker Birikujja, Manager of Compliance and Investigations at Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda !

Mark your calendars for Friday, 3rd May, 2024, for the Regulators Roundtable where Baker will share some progress made by the…

National Bureau for NGOs Stephen Mugabe - Manager, Data Protection Affairs, urged NGO representatives not to stop at registration with Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda. Emphasising the importance of actively practising proper data management from acquisition, storage , processing to disposal.