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Africa cybercrime crackdown nets 1,462 arrests and over $105 million

Police in 21 countries arrested 1,462 suspects and took down 10,909 malicious networks in Operation Serengeti III, an INTERPOL-coordinated cybercrime sweep across Africa that ran from June 29 to August 31, 2026. Investigators recovered more than $105 million …

Help Net Security · 22 Oct 2026

PRAU marks 50 years with landmark PR Report calling for high standards, tech adoption

Jinja, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) has marked its 50th anniversary which will entail a week-long summit that will run until 23rd October 2026 which will include knowledge-sharing sessions, networking opportunities, recognition of past leaders and the prestigious awards ceremony that highlights excellence across multiple categories. During … The post PRAU marks 50 ye

The Independent Uganda · 22 Oct 2026

Field Officer Jailed for Flashing and Stealing Nine Watu Simu Phones

The Bushenyi Chief Magistrate’s Court on September 9, 2026 convicted Mutungisa Longino on three counts of theft, unauthorised access to a computer device, and unauthorized modification of a computer device under the Computer Misuse Act. The charges relate to the flashing and theft of nine smartphones financed by Watu Credit Uganda Ltd on loan. In […] The post Field Officer Jailed for Flashing and Stealing Nine Watu S

SoftPower News · 22 Oct 2026

Spiro Uganda to Triple Battery Swapping Hubs as Electric Motorcycle Demand Rises

Electric motorcycle company Spiro Uganda says expanding its battery-swapping network and supporting riders with maintenance and spare parts will be key to meeting rising demand as more Ugandans switch to electric two-wheelers. Bruce Mucunguzi, the Deputy Country Director Spiro Uganda said the company is integrating solar- and grid-powered mega swapping hubs into its network, with […] The post Spiro Uganda to Triple B

SoftPower News · 22 Oct 2026

Spiro Uganda to Triple Battery Swapping Hubs as Demand for Electric Motorcycles Increase

Electric motorcycle company Spiro Uganda says expanding its battery-swapping network and supporting riders with maintenance and spare parts will be key to meeting rising demand as more Ugandans switch to electric two-wheelers. Bruce Mucunguzi, the Deputy Country Director Spiro Uganda said the company is integrating solar- and grid-powered mega swapping hubs into its network, with […] The post Spiro Uganda to Triple B

SoftPower News · 22 Oct 2026