Uganda, April 19 -- The Ugandan government is in advanced talks to sign a partnership agreement with Turkey to accelerate the country's digital transformation efforts.

Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology, and National Guidance Dr. Aminah Zawedde told this publication on Wednesday that the planned partnership would enable them leverage their expertise and networks to expand the Information Technology (IT) industry in the country.

"The Turkish government has greatly contributed to the construction sector of the nation, and it also provides a number of scholarships to students. When we engage them in the ICT industry, they will be able to support our digital transformation roadmap by providing skill...