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Official Champion, Uganda

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026

The Institute of Forensics and ICT Security (IFIS) is the Official Champion of the Global Cybersecurity Awareness Month, October 2026, in Uganda. Train your team, secure your business, and help protect Uganda.

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Runs 1 to 31 October 2026. Campaign tags: #IFISCyberSecurity2026, #CyberAwarenessUG, #SecureUgandaTogether.
What We Are Doing

Our Activities During Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity affects everyone. Here is how IFIS is reaching organizations, schools and citizens across Uganda this October.

School and organization visits

Free cybersecurity awareness sessions for staff, teachers and students at participating organizations and schools.

Interactive sessions

Physical and online interactive sessions on cybersecurity, fraud prevention, and digital hygiene.

Company engagements

Direct cybersecurity engagements with employees inside partner organizations.

Regional conference

Our flagship one day conference bringing together government, financial institutions, and industry leaders.

Flagship Event

IFIS Regional Cybersecurity Conference 2026

Theme: Secure Growth, Decisive Response. How boards and executives grow safely with technology, and lead decisively when things go wrong.

Date
Thursday, 15 October 2026
Venue
Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala
Time
8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
CategoryFee
IFIS MembersUGX 500,000 per person
Non-MembersUGX 650,000 per person

Programme

How cybersecurity supports digital customer growth, faster product launches, regional expansion, and board approval of innovation. Core question: how can organisations grow faster without creating risks that later destroy value?
Artificial intelligence, cloud adoption, mobile money, third party access, and cybersecurity clauses in commercial contracts. Participants assess a proposed digital partnership for commercial, operational and security fit.
A live cyber incident simulation covering system disruption, suspected fraud, customer complaints and regulatory pressure. Participants decide on command, containment, disclosure timing and evidence preservation.
Digital forensic investigation, financial loss reconstruction, legal exposure, and business restoration after systems are back online but the cause is still unclear.
A board chair, chief executive, regulator, chief operations officer, chief information security officer, a digital forensics investigator and a fintech or telecom executive discuss how much cyber risk leadership should accept. Followed by a networking dinner from 5:45 p.m.

Discounts are available for group registration of five or more participants.

Register for the Conference

Estimated total: UGX 500,000
Groups of five or more qualify for a discount, to be confirmed by email.
Thank you. Your conference registration has been received. We will confirm details by email.
Free Awareness Training

Sixteen Cybersecurity Topics, Pick Yours

Every session normally costs USD 1,200 to 2,500. This October, during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, book at a large discount: UGX 950,000 virtual or UGX 1,550,000 physical, unlimited staff, per session. One topic per company, first come first registered.

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Each session: UGX 950,000 virtual, or UGX 1,550,000 physical, unlimited number of staff.

Book Your Free or Discounted Session

Tell us your preferred topic, date and format. We will schedule you and confirm by email.

Thank you. Your session request has been received. We will confirm your slot by email.
Partner With Us

Sponsorship Fees and Benefits

Put your brand at the centre of Uganda’s cyber safety movement this October.

Supporting Partner

Join the movement for cybersecurity awareness

UGX 3,500,000
  • Brand mentioned in the event newsletter and digital platforms
  • One VIP pass to attend the conference
  • Company acknowledged on the event website as a contributing partner

Bronze

Show your support for cybersecurity awareness

UGX 5,950,000
  • Logo on event banners, marketing materials and social media
  • Two VIP passes to the conference and networking sessions
  • Highlighted in cybersecurity awareness campaign posts and newsletters
  • Acknowledged in the iShield 360 Cybersecurity Report as a contributing partner

Silver

Strong brand presence and engagement

UGX 9,950,000
  • Logo prominently displayed on conference marketing materials, website and event banners
  • Moderated fireside chat participation at the conference
  • Branded exhibition space to showcase your cybersecurity solutions
  • Three VIP passes to attend the conference and network with industry experts
  • Featured in the iShield 360 Cybersecurity Report as a recognized supporter
  • Highlighted in social media campaigns and event promotions

Gold

High impact brand visibility and thought leadership

UGX 14,500,000
  • Logo displayed on all major conference materials, digital campaigns and event banners
  • Panel speaking opportunity at the main conference
  • Dedicated exhibition booth to engage with attendees
  • Featured in the iShield 360 Cybersecurity Report as a key industry player
  • A private cybersecurity session conducted at your company to train staff
  • Five VIP passes for your executive team
  • Featured in media coverage, including press releases and social media campaigns
  • A full page feature about your company in the event magazine
All sponsors receive a complimentary cybersecurity assessment, covering both external and internal testing, valued at over USD 11,350, with a detailed report. For sponsorship inquiries: admissions@forensicsinstitute.org, or call 0782 610333, 0784 270586, or 0783 373637.