national 11 August 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
NITA-U and Police Unite to Combat Rising Cybercrime
The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) is collaborating with the Uganda Police Force to train over 100 officers in combating cybercrime and handling digital evidence effectively. This initiative aims to address the growing number of cyber-related offenses reported in the country. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/nita-u-police-partner-to-curb-cybercrime-in-uganda-5553972
The Uganda Police Force is enhancing its capabilities to tackle the escalating threat of cybercrime through a collaborative training program with the National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U).
Over 100 police officers from various departments are currently participating in a three-day Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training in Jinja City. The course focuses on strengthening officers’ skills in investigating cybercrimes, as well as the crucial aspects of collecting, preserving, and presenting digital evidence.
The training, a joint effort with the Uganda Digital Acceleration Project, targets officers at lower and middle levels who are often the first point of contact for cybercrime complaints at police stations. Participants include detectives, crime scene officers, IT specialists, and front-desk personnel from key districts.
According to ACP Moses Byabagye, Acting Commissioner in charge of Training at the Uganda Police Force, the initiative aims to bridge existing gaps in the force’s capacity to handle technology-related cases. “Training builds capacity and improves performance. We all undergo initial courses, but continuous capacity building is essential to strengthen the institution,” Byabagye stated, emphasizing the need to translate theoretical knowledge into practical skills.
Dida Mulushid Sengendo, Activity Manager for Capacity Building and ICT Law at NITA-U, highlighted that the program is part of a broader effort to boost ICT competence within public service. “Over the past years, there have been increasing cases of cybercrime reported to police, which are reflected every financial year,” Sengendo noted, explaining NITA-U’s motivation to partner with the police.
The training covers specialized areas such as digital forensics, handling cybercrime cases, and general ICT investigations. Experts are equipping officers with the knowledge to properly document evidence, minimize contamination, and ensure that cases meet the requirements for prosecution in court, ultimately aiming to reduce cybercrime prevalence in Uganda.