Gender Digital Divide: Empowering Women in the Digital Space

Globally, 70% of men use the internet, compared with 65% of women. The gender gap is highest in Africa, where 40% of men and 30% of women use the internet. A survey by World Wide Web found that only 19% of women in Uganda are online, compared to 27% of men. This gender digital gap […]
Two Months after DRIF 2024: A Reminder of Our Commitment to Connect the Unconnected

The commitment towards realising Article 2 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Article 2 of the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and People’s Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa, and Article 21 of the 1995 Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, as amended underscores the principle that everyone is equal […]
Gender Roles and Perceptions in the Modern Era

Gender roles are culturally and socially determined sets of expectations based on concepts of masculinity and femininity. Examples of gender roles are police officers, housekeepers, race car drivers, nurses, and IT consultants. Gender roles are distinguished from sex roles, i.e. sex roles are natural and biologically determined whereas Gender roles are society-determined. For example, in […]
Gender Digital Divide: Empowering Women in the Digital Space

Globally, 70% of men use the internet, compared with 65% of women. The gender gap is highest in Africa, where 40% of men and 30% of women use the internet. A survey by World Wide Web found that only 19% of women in Uganda are online, compared to 27% of men. This gender digital gap […]
Women of Uganda Network (WOUGNET) Through Collaboration is Connecting the Unconnected Communities to Benefit from the Rural Connectivity Broadband Network

Collaborating with other organizations that share your goals can help you expand your reach and increase your visibility within your field. By working together, you can leverage each other’s strengths and expertise to create something new and valuable. This principle is central to why WOUGNET, through its regional office in Northern Uganda, called Kubere Information […]
Breaking the Cycle of Gender Discrimination at Workplaces

Gender discrimination is a form of discrimination in which a person is treated differently or unfairly on the basis of their sex/gender. Discrimination is still a recurrent problem at workplaces, which has held women back in the workplace for generations. According to the European Union, 5.23 million women reported feeling discriminated against at work in […]
Understanding Data Consumption and Usage in Uganda

66% of the world’s population have access to the internet. In 2020, the amount of data consumed globally reached 64.2 zettabytes. Internet penetration in Uganda stood at 26.2% in 2021 and the consumption is rapidly increasing. However, complaints have come up by consumers for their data and faster internet consumption, which has raised a lot […]
Understanding Key Challenges Surrounding Women’s Leadership in Uganda and Practical Recommendations

Oxford Academic explains gender leadership gaps as the underrepresentation of women in leadership positions in various sectors, such as politics, business, and education. This is an increasing phenomenon today whereby women are disproportionately concentrated in lower-level and lower-authority leadership positions than men. This gap is driven mostly by stereotypes, discrimination, power imbalance, and privilege. According […]
Legal Framework on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information: Exploring the Impact on Women and Possible Solutions

Freedom of Expression and Access to Information are fundamental human rights for gender inclusivity to exist. However, the efficiency of these rights can be significantly hindered by policies and their implementation. These challenges can be particularly pronounced for women, who already face numerous societal barriers. On 24th May 2024 Women of Uganda Network (WOUGNET) organized […]
Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies and Their Impact on Civic Space in Africa

Women of Uganda Network (WOUGNET) recently participated in the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum hosted by Paradigm Initiative in Accra, Ghana, from April 23-25, 2024. At this influential event, the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL) organized a compelling panel discussion titled “Artificial Intelligence and Other Emerging Technologies and Their Impact on Civil Society.” Moderated […]