The ICT Ministry's top official asked girls to study science subjects to create new solutions to everyday problems. Dr. Aminah Zawedde spoke as women make up less than 30 percent of science professionals worldwide. For every two boys studying these subjects at universities, only one girl does the same. Many countries see women using the Internet less often than men. This gap means fewer chances for education, jobs, or business for young women.
Zawedde stressed government plans to help girls reach their full potential in science. She wants girls to use technology for personal growth that helps their communities. She talked at the Girls in ICT Day organized by the Uganda Communications Commission in Kampala on Thursday. The event encourages young women to consider careers in technical fields since its start in 2014. Zawedde also warned about dangers like cyberbullying, trafficking, and identity theft when using digital tools.
UCC boss Nyombi Thembo called the day a reminder that people can help close the technology gap between genders. His group trains girls with digital skills through special programs. A 2020 study showed boys feel more confident finding information online than girls do. Only about 15 percent of girls could check if online facts were true compared to 22 percent of boys. These numbers represent missed chances according to Thembo.
Cyncia Namugenyi from Kitante Hill School said teaching girls about technology will reduce online attacks against females. Students from several schools joined the event to learn more about tech careers—the gathering aimed to inspire more female participation in growing digital fields.
Zawedde stressed government plans to help girls reach their full potential in science. She wants girls to use technology for personal growth that helps their communities. She talked at the Girls in ICT Day organized by the Uganda Communications Commission in Kampala on Thursday. The event encourages young women to consider careers in technical fields since its start in 2014. Zawedde also warned about dangers like cyberbullying, trafficking, and identity theft when using digital tools.
UCC boss Nyombi Thembo called the day a reminder that people can help close the technology gap between genders. His group trains girls with digital skills through special programs. A 2020 study showed boys feel more confident finding information online than girls do. Only about 15 percent of girls could check if online facts were true compared to 22 percent of boys. These numbers represent missed chances according to Thembo.
Cyncia Namugenyi from Kitante Hill School said teaching girls about technology will reduce online attacks against females. Students from several schools joined the event to learn more about tech careers—the gathering aimed to inspire more female participation in growing digital fields.
