Uganda, April 16 -- Like social media posts and other forms of electronically stored information, WhatsApp messages can now be used as evidence in court according to a February Court ruling.

WhatsApp is an essential digital communication platform; however, improper use can result in certain issues, as evidenced by a recent court ruling.

Under Section 3 of the Contracts Acts, the High Court ruled that messages indicating that there was an offer made, which was accepted, and the services were provided tantamount to a contract.

The court ruling reflects an effort to accommodate the evolving trends in technology utilised in business transactions. Nonetheless, caution is advised when employing WhatsApp for business purposes, as several fact...