UDB i-Growth Accelerator 2017 Call for Innovations - Deadline 25th Jan 2018

The UDB i-Growth Accelerator 2017 will focus on supporting commercialization of local start-ups and stimulating a culture of innovation in Uganda so as to contribute to the country’s social economic development. The i-Growth Accelerator Program is an annual initiative that will support individuals to grow and expand their start-up enterprises in all sectors. For 2017, the Accelerator will focus on the Agriculture and Manufacturing sectors

Sub Themes; 1. Production 2. Post-harvest handling and Transportation 3. Value addition standardization & Branding 4. Access to Market & Capital Opportunities 5. Manufacturing & Agro – Processing

Are you working on an innovative idea or approach that has potential to Accelerate communities in the above areas? APPLY NOW

The Healthy Villages Summer Internship 2018 - Uganda Village Project

We are now accepting applications!

Deadline: 

1 January 2018.

Summer Internship

The Healthy Villages Summer Internship brings together undergraduate, graduate, international development, public health, and medical students from across the globe to work alongside rural communities as they are empowered to lead healthier lives. The 2018 internship dates are:

• June 13 – August 12, 2018 for team members (8 weeks)
• June 10 – August 12, 2018 for team leaders (8.5 weeks)

If you have questions please contact our Internship Chairperson, Chelsea Powell at:

internships@ugandavillageproject.org.

About the Internship

The Healthy Villages Internship provides a broad exposure to UVP’s diverse community health programs where interns engage with theories and practices of public health and international development in a grassroots context. Intern teams spend 8 weeks during the summer establishing, sustaining, and monitoring UVP’s public health and advocacy programs in rural communities throughout Iganga District. Ultimately, interns focus on grassroots health promotion strategies in order to improve public health in partnered villages.

Click here for more details

Uganda - The iamtheCODE.org and Booking.com Challenge

iamtheCODE is organizing a hackathon. 

Please read the agenda in the download link below to get the full details of the event.

We are looking for some of the best developers we have in Uganda who are open to working with us during the hackathon and may eventually

be offered employment by either iamtheCODE or Booking.com.

Download the agenda here!

The RAN Monthly Innovation Garage | The Jet Nebulizer | Friday 29th Sept 2017

The RAN monthly Innovation Garage is back again this Friday September 29, 2017 at the East African RAN Lab, Plot 28, Upper Terrace Kololo, 4:00pm EAT

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This month we shall host: "The Jet Nebulizer"​ - that delivers nebulized medication for acute asthma. This device is manually operated using a bicycle pump, plastic tubings and a mask. All these have been locally assembled ​by​ a team of medical doctors from College of Health Sciences - Makerere University.

Hurdle: The device in its current phase is functional, although it is bulky and labor intensive. As usual and with your support the team would like to refine it and pilot it here in Uganda.

Do you want to be part of the conversation where smart Health solutions are powered by smart engineering techniques? Do not miss the Garage!!

The Innovation Garage at RAN remains a robust multi-disciplinary collaborative platform where innovators get quick fixes of their projects with very creative and brave individuals. We would like to see technologies developed in Africa launched on the global market and we hope to support local solutions that will transcend nations.

See you on Friday and please invite a friend​!

Andela Uganda (Cohort 5) - All female developer cohort | Deadline 5th Oct 2017

To all the lady Techies! This is an all female developer cohort.

Are you passionate about technology and dream of building software to change the world?

What is the Andela Program?

Andela is a full-time employment opportunity that will enable you to own your learning as you hone the skills you need to become a global technology leader. Andela officially launched in Uganda in May and you can read about the launch on Forbes.

We recruit talented developers on the African continent, shape them into technical leaders, and place them as full-time distributed team members with companies that range from Microsoft and IBM to dozens of high-growth startups. Backed by Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, GV (Google Ventures) and Spark Capital, Andela is building the next generation of global technology leaders.

Andela all female cohort

We’re excited to announce to that we've opened applications for an all female developer cohort!

Do you know of a hardworking lady? Are they passionate about tech? Do they dream of changing the world with software? Well, we're looking for female developers! Interested applicants can send in their applications here: http://bit.ly/AndelaUGCohortV

Why are we doing this?

Because at Andela we believe talent is gender neutral. And we're committed to seeing women in tech thrive in their careers.

What does it take?

This is for women with an interest in technology, prior experience or education in computer science is not required.

When to apply?

The application submission deadline is October 5, 2017.

Does Andela take in female developers only?

No, we have so far admitted 4 mixed cohorts. Keep checking uganda.andela.com for the upcoming mixed openings.

Spread the word!

Invitation to the GDG (Google Developer Group ) DevFest Uganda 2017 - 30th September 2017 at Design Hub Kampala

Are you a software developer, designer, tech enthusiast, student, or running a business that need to grow? Is your organisation interested in using Google technologies for work?

Google Developer Group (GDG) Uganda invites you to the biggest DevFest in Uganda on 30th September 2017 at the Design Hub Kampala in Bugolobi from8:30 pm to 5:30 pm. See map for directions.

It’s FREE to attend.

GDG Uganda, a collaboration among several GDGs in Uganda will bring together techies, entrepreneurs and industry players including Google representatives, for the Annual DevFest event, with different activities from Codelabs, speaker sessions and startup fireside chats.

GDG DevFest 2017 is aimed at equipping attendees with different skills, both technical and business, required for them to compete in the industry and also run successful companies.

As part of the GDG DevFest, on Saturday 7th October 2017, GDG Uganda will host a Firebase AppFest (Hackathon) for developers in Mobile and Web applications at Outbox Hub.

Find details about the DevFest here. Join the GDG Meetups group for more updates and similar events.

For any questions, Contact Solomon on sopio@outbox.co.ug or call+256755510000

Google Developer Groups (GDGs) are for developers who are interested in Google's developer technology; from the Android, Chrome, Drive, and Google Cloud platforms, to product APIs like the Cast API, Maps API, and YouTube API.

GDG Uganda DevFest is supported by Google, Outbox and Design Hub Kampala.

Opportunity for Entrepreneurs - GoBig Hub "The Hunt"

GoBigHub is launching a new television program called "The Hunt", as a way to fund entrepreneurs, teach investor preparedness and presentation skills, and entertain the public. Entrepreneurs seeking funding will pitch their ideas to local investors who will then question those entrepreneurs, and decide to invest. This is a great way for local entrepreneurs to get funding and gain publicity for their business. 

We are filming our first four episodes this Wednesday from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM, and we are looking for 24 total entrepreneurs to present a short (2-3 minute) pitch for their enterprise. GoBig Hub will advise them on how to best present their ideas and be investor ready before the cameras start rolling. 

Could you please pass this opportunity on to your entrepreneurs? If they are interested in appearing on the first 4 episodes they will need to return the "Get Funded form" to us by Monday. 

Download the form here

Contact Information

Our offices are located in the Tirupati Mazima Mall, 

Suite 233/234. 

Contact Person 

Madeline Pollack

GoBig Finance and Mentorship Hub Project Executive 

0787093641

Join Andela as a software developer - Applications for Andela Uganda Cohort II are now open

Do you dream of using technology to change the world?

Join the Andela movement to ensure that while the digital revolution may have begun in Silicon Valley, its future will be written in cities across Africa.

THE ANDELA FELLOWSHIP

The Andela Fellowship is a full-time employment opportunity that will enable you to own your learning as you hone the skills you need to become a global technology leader. We seek out exceptional people from a variety of backgrounds who are committed to unlocking their full potential and improving the world through technology.

Through four years of intensive learning and real work experience on the world’s leading engineering teams, you’ll master the professional and technical skills needed to become a global technology leader.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Stage 1: Application and Aptitude Assessment

First, you’ll complete a free application, which lets us learn more about you. Within two weeks of your application, you will receive an online evaluation that measures logical reasoning and personality fit.

Stage 2: Home Study

You’ll need to complete an introduction to software development self-study course focused on Python. You can find the downloadable version of this course here. During the course, you’ll complete a Technical Skills Test that will evaluate your knowledge of the content you’ve learned.

Stage 3: Panel Interviews

Based on performance on the Aptitude Assessment and Technical Skills Test, we invite a select group of applicants to interview with Andela. If selected, you’ll receive an email inviting you to interview with a panel of staff members and other Andela developers.

Stage 4: One Week Immersive Onsite

Successful applicants participate in a one-week immersive onsite led by our senior developers. The one week is comprised of product development and you’ll be expected to learn independently as well as work on a team to deliver a final project.

Stage 5: Acceptance

The highest performing participants are accepted* into Andela’s four-year Technical Leadership Program.

Apply today at uganda.andela.com

*Please note that this position will require extensive travel and off-site skills training outside of Uganda.

If you still have unanswered questions, please send an email to uganda.apply@andela.com.

Recruitment Schedule for Andela Uganda Cohort

Application Deadline: 5th June 2017.

Home Study Test: The Home Study test is a requirement for making it through our selection process. Please study and complete the Home Study Curriculum before your test.

Interview Dates: June 19th - 23rd June 2017

One week Onsite:  July 10th - 14th July 2017

Andela Uganda Fellowship:  August 7th, 2017 - August 7th, 2021

ACIA Exhibition showcasing ICT innovations from 25th to 26th of May 2017 at Serena Kampala Hotel

Uganda Communication Commission (UCC) in partnership with Makerere University School of Public Health ResilientAfrica Network​ (RAN)  invite the general Public to a 2 day ACIA Exhibition showcasing ICT innovations from 25th to 26th of May 2017 (Thursday and Friday) at Serena Kampala Hotel. Do not miss this incredible opportunity to see novel ICT  solutions that innovators, young entrepreneurs, corporate organisations are proposing to solve development challenges. 

Follow updates on ​:​ #Hack4SmartTransport     or    #HackSafeUser

​Additionally, ​ UCC has organised other events during the ACIA week, feel free to participate and share them widely in your Network.

• Exhibition, Serena Hotel, May 25-26, 2017
• Hackathon, Serena Hotel, May 24-25, 2017
• Clinics, Serena Hotel, May 25-26, 2017

More Details on: http://acia.ug or www.acia.ug 

Mbarara University of Science and Technology - Medtech Hack -a-thon August 2017

Mbarara University of Science and Technology and CAMTech Uganda are excited to announce the 5th Annual Medtech Hack -a-thon to be hosted here on the MUST compass, from 25th to 27th August 2017. See below for details, go to "CLICK HERE TO APPLY". Deadline for application is July 1st 2017.