The Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT) has once again demonstrated its leadership in innovation and digital transformation by emerging Best Exhibitor under the Tertiary Institutions category at the NCHE Higher Education Exhibition.
This latest recognition marks UICT’s third consecutive regional win, following earlier victories in Mbale (2024) and Mbarara (2025). At this year’s exhibition, UICT captivated audiences with its cutting-edge Virtual Campus, an immersive digital learning environment that replicates the core functions of a physical campus. Powered by Augmented and Virtual Reality (AVR) and the EON Reality platform, the Virtual Campus offers interactive experiences such as virtual laboratories, simulations, and AI-enhanced learning. https://www.auletris.com/
In addition to the Virtual Campus, UICT showcased a range of student-led innovations, highlighting the Institute’s strong emphasis on practical, industry-driven training. Among the standout projects were: an RFID Book Detection System designed to enhance library efficiency and a Coffee Temperature and Dust Monitoring System which addresses quality control and environmental conditions in coffee processing.
Speaking on the achievement, Michael Bwengye, who represented the UICT principal at the event said that the recognition reinforces UICT’s position as a leader in technology-driven education, research and innovation in Uganda and the region. https://ergoterapija.lv/registreties
UICT continues to set the pace in digital transformation, immersive learning and applied innovation. The future of education is unfolding and UICT is leading it.
