Our Story, Our Mission

UITA Uganda was born from a simple idea: to connect Uganda's brightest student minds and create an ecosystem where innovation thrives through collaboration.

Since 2025

Pioneering student innovation in Uganda

Our Mission & Vision

To create Uganda's most connected innovation ecosystem where students from all universities can collaborate, learn, and build solutions that address real-world challenges.

Our Mission

Empower Ugandan university students to collaborate across disciplines and institutions, transforming innovative ideas into real-world solutions through access to resources, expert mentorship, and industry connections.

Our Vision

"To become the leading inter-university tech network in East Africa, connecting 35,000+ students across 50 universities in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda, with 80% of members securing tech employment or founding startups within 6 months of graduation by 2040."

9+
Active Innovators
3+
Innovation Projects
5+
Partner Universities
4+
Community Events

Our Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do at UITA Platform

Collaboration First

We believe the best innovations happen when students from different backgrounds and universities work together.

Innovation Driven

We encourage creative thinking and support students in developing innovative solutions to real problems.

Student Focused

Everything we do is designed to support student growth, learning, and career development.

Local Impact

We're committed to creating solutions that address Uganda's unique challenges and opportunities.

Community Powered

Our strength comes from our diverse community of students, mentors, and university partners.

Future Ready

We prepare students for the careers of tomorrow by focusing on emerging technologies and practical skills.

Our Journey

From concept to Uganda's leading student innovation platform

2025
Foundation

UITA Platform was founded by university students to connect innovators across Uganda. Started with 3 partner universities and 50 initial users.

2026
First Major Hackathon

Hosted our first nationwide hackathon with 200+ participants from 15 universities. Winning project received seed funding and mentorship.

2026
Platform Expansion

Launched project showcase feature and mentorship program. Partnered with 10+ tech companies for internships and career opportunities.

2026
National Recognition

Recognized by Uganda's Ministry of Education for innovation in tech education. Expanded to 25+ universities nationwide.

2026
Comprehensive Ecosystem

Evolved into a complete innovation ecosystem with projects, events, funding, mentorship, and career development programs.

Partner Universities

Collaborating with leading universities across Uganda

Busitema University
BU
Busia
Clarke International University
CIU
Kampala
Gulu University
GU
Gulu
Islamic University in Uganda
IUIU
Mbale
Kabale University
KAB
Kabale
Kampala International University
KIU
Kampala
Kyambogo University
KYU
Kampala
Makerere University
MAK
Kampala

Leadership Team

The visionaries and mentors driving UITA Uganda forward

NR

Natwijuka Rodgers

Mentor & Advisor
Kampala International University

Experienced professional in technology and education.

Technology Education Mentorship
AU

Admin User

Platform Admin
Victoria University

Experienced professional in technology and education.

Technology Education Mentorship
CM

Content Moderator

Platform Admin
UITA Platform

Experienced professional in technology and education.

Technology Education Mentorship

Join Our Mission

Be part of Uganda's fastest-growing student innovation community. Together, we're building the future of technology in Uganda.