In today’s digital economy, data has become one of the most valuable assets for organizations. Whether you are a bank, an NGO, a government agency, a school, or a manufacturing company, you collect and process personal data every day. Yet, with great opportunity comes great responsibility and risk.
That is why Uganda enacted the Data Protection and Privacy Act (DPPA) 2019. This law establishes rules for the collection, storage, processing, and sharing of personal data. Compliance is no longer optional; it is a legal requirement, and organizations that ignore it risk:
- Heavy financial penalties
- Costly lawsuits
- Reputational damage
- Loss of customer trust
Cyber Threats are not about IF, but WHEN
Beyond compliance, cyber risks are escalating at alarming rates. In 2018, a local manufacturing company in Uganda lost over USD 102,000 in a phishing scheme.
A staff member received an email that appeared to be from the CEO, instructing them to wire money to a supplier. The address was altered by just a single character—yet that was enough. The funds were transferred, and the money was gone.
Such stories are becoming the norm, not the exception. From phishing and ransomware to insider manipulation and data breaches, cybersecurity is no longer an IT issue; it is a business survival issue.
Why Attend the Cybersecurity & Risk Management Conference?
This October, Summit Consulting Ltd, together with the Institute of Forensics & ICT Security (IFIS), brings you the AI-Driven Cybersecurity & Risk Management Conference at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala, on Thursday, 16th October 2025.
This high-level event will equip executives, IT leaders, compliance officers, and board members with the knowledge and tools to:
- Understand and apply the DPPA 2019 in practical terms
- Build organizational resilience against evolving cyber threats
- Protect critical infrastructure such as:
- Core banking and ERP systems
- Mobile and internet banking servers
- Email servers and communication networks
- ATM and CCTV systems
- Strengthen staff awareness to recognize and prevent phishing, fraud, and social engineering schemes
With cybersecurity, there is no such thing as being “over-prepared.” What you need is confidence that your data and systems are secure.
Participants will leave with a practical IT Security Awareness toolkit designed to mitigate breaches and safeguard personal data in line with the DPPA 2019. More importantly, you will gain the insights necessary to turn compliance into a competitive advantage while building trust with your clients and stakeholders.
Reserve your place at the conference today and take the first step in strengthening your organization’s cyber resilience.
For registration and inquiries:
- Call Deborah Kigozi on +256784270586
- Email: admissions@forensicsinsitute.org
For tailored in-house training for your Board or Top Management, contact us directly:
- Call +256 782610333
- Email strategy@summitcl.com
