Uganda

Uganda, located in East Africa, is a landlocked country with varied terrain including mountains, savannahs, lakes and dense forests. The population is primarily rural, with only 23% living in urban areas, and is unevenly distributed, with the highest concentration in the south. Uganda's telecommunications infrastructure is still developing, with a focus on the capital, Kampala, and other major urban centres. Internet access remains low at 25%, highlighting the digital divide between urban and rural areas. Unique telecommunications solutions have emerged, such as mobile money, which has become a popular method of transaction due to the country's underdeveloped banking sector. The technology sector is nascent but growing, with several tech start-ups appearing in recent years. Uganda's renewable energy sector is also in a developing state, with solar and hydropower being the primary sources, but the electrification rate remains low, particularly in rural areas.