Maticent Enterprises

In a meaningful gesture of support towards inclusive education and digital empowerment, Maticent Industries Limited Uganda officially handed over 15 Continuum All-in-One Desktop computers that they design and manufacture locally, to Migyera UWESO Secondary School in Nakasongola. This donation fulfills a pledge made by the company to the Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) during the launch of its national flagship program, the Bbala Initiative: One Student, One Computer campaign, held at Speke Resort Munyonyo on 25th July 2025. The handover attracted representatives from UWESO, School Administration and Community Leaders. “We deeply appreciate this generous partnership with Maticent Industries,” said Ms. Jolly Kamugira Kaguhangire, CEO of UWESO. “We are truly humbled and honored that our school is the first to benefit from the Bbala Initiative, and to be among the first to test the innovation of an African creator. This donation is more than a gift; it is an investment in the future of our children.” “As UWESO, we are fully committed to supporting our children to navigate and excel in this rapidly evolving technological world. At the same time, we encourage them to embrace technology with purpose, maintaining their values and staying focused on their goals.” “We look forward to continuing this journey alongside Maticent Industries and supporting this important initiative every step of the way.” Eragy Bashonga Alpha, Founder and CEO of Maticent Industries Ltd, “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the First Lady for her remarkable efforts through UWESO and her invaluable contributions to education as Minister of Education & Sports. At Maticent Industries, we are committed to supporting her initiatives by providing the technological solutions necessary to empower learners across Uganda. The Bbala Initiative is our way of helping bridge the digital divide, ensuring that every student, regardless of background, has access to a computer and the tools needed to thrive in today’s digital world.” The Continuum All-in-One Desktop is designed specifically to address the unique technological challenges we face across Africa,” said Isaac Karokora, Chief Operating Officer of Maticent Industries Ltd. “With built-in SIM card slots to overcome unreliable internet connectivity and an integrated UPS system to manage frequent power outages, this solution delivers reliable, high-performance computing at an affordable price, perfectly suited to the realities of our environment. “Our work is made easier thanks to organizations like UWESO, whose commitment to empowering communities has laid a strong foundation,” said Public Relations Officer, Alvin Katungi, Maticent Industries Ltd. “As Matic, our responsibility is to sustain and build upon this legacy. We firmly believe that when young people are equipped with the right tools, innovation knows no limits, and development becomes unstoppable.” “To the young innovators, these computers are your gateway to creating African solutions for African challenges. We encourage you to embrace them, use them wisely, and lead the way in shaping the continent’s future.” “Thank you, UWESO, and thank you, Mama, for your unwavering dedication and partnership in this journey.” Maticent Industries is a Pan African technology firm specialising in the design, manufacture, and provision of computer systems and digital solutions. Rooted in a commitment to local innovation, Maticent operates under the NAICS Code 541500 for Computer Systems Design and Related Services. The company’s flagship project, The Bbala Initiative – One Student, One Computer, aims to bridge the digital divide in Uganda’s higher education system by offering affordable, high-quality laptops to students and teachers through a subscription-based payment model. By assembling devices locally and partnering with institutions to provide tailored tech support and digital literacy training, Maticent not only enhances educational access but also promotes local industry growth, job creation, and sustainable digital transformation in Uganda. Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) is a non-governmental, non-foreign, inter-denominational and non-political development organization (NGO) founded in 1986 by a group of women volunteers who were mobilized and led by the First Lady, Hon. Janet Kataaha Museveni who is the Founder and Patron of the organization. UWESO was initially established as a relief organization to respond to the needs of destitute and disadvantaged children who were orphaned as a result of the civil strife of the early 1980s and the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Over the years, the organization has evolved from providing relief into a broad-based child rights organization, identifying interventions that are strategic for addressing the needs of orphans and Other Vulnerable Children (OVC) nationally. The organisation works in partnership with relevant government agencies, civil society organizations, development partners and the private sector to advance the rights of children. It works directly with communities and children through a cluster approach at community, sub-county and district levels. UWESO’s programmes have evolved and diversified over the period to include: grassroots interventions spearheaded by women members of UWESO; structured district-based interventions with development partners and government at national and local levels. UWESO also works through child-focused networks and coalitions. Since 2007, UWESO has provided technical support to local governments and Civil Society Organization’s (CSOs) in strengthening and scaling up OVC services.

Maticent Industries Uganda Hands Over 15 Computers to UWESO Through The Bbala Initiative: One Student, One Computer Programme

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