Women in politics cry out over online violence ahead of 2026 elections
Source: Monitor
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Aritua called for a multi-stakeholder approach, urging the Uganda Communications Commission and other regulatory bodies to crack down on digital abusers.
As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, women in politics are raising concerns over persistent online violence, which they say is silencing them and deterring participation in public life.
Speaking at a stakeholders' meeting organized by the Women’s Democracy Network Uganda Chapter in Kampala, former Leader of the Opposition Ms Winnie Kiiza noted that many women continue to lag behind in digital adaptation, leaving them vulnerable.
“Most women in leadership lack adequate knowledge and tools to use technology effectively, yet it's the way to go. This gap is affecting our participation in decision-making,” Ms Kiiza said.
Full article published Monitor Uganda.
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What you need to know:
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Aritua called for a multi-stakeholder approach, urging the Uganda Communications Commission and other regulatory bodies to crack down on digital abusers.
As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, women in politics are raising concerns over persistent online violence, which they say is silencing them and deterring participation in public life.
Speaking at a stakeholders' meeting organized by the Women’s Democracy Network Uganda Chapter in Kampala, former Leader of the Opposition Ms Winnie Kiiza noted that many women continue to lag behind in digital adaptation, leaving them vulnerable.
“Most women in leadership lack adequate knowledge and tools to use technology effectively, yet it's the way to go. This gap is affecting our participation in decision-making,” Ms Kiiza said.
Full article published Monitor Uganda.
Image by Monitor Uganda