Advancing National Internet Peering in Uganda
The Uganda NIPX Awareness and Engagement Workshop is organized by NITA-U in collaboration with the Ministry of ICT.
The workshop aims to achieve the following strategic and technical objectives:
• Build trust among peering partners and encourage domestic route origination
• Enhance peer participation across the National IP Peering Exchange (NIPX) Uganda’s internet
exchange infrastructure
• Provide technical deep dives on peering, BGP security, and IXP usage
- Offer live portal demonstrations and onboarding support for new participants
- Include representatives from ISPs, universities, govtech agencies, and CDNs
- Distribute documentation packs covering Peering Policy, Acceptable Use, and Security Guidelines
- Strengthen Uganda’s IP Core Network Expansion and advance digital infrastructure
- Discuss the proposed management, ownership and operational model of the NIPX
Why NIPX is Special
Our Partners
This workshop is delivered through strategic partnerships with institutions committed to strengthening Uganda’s digital and internet infrastructure.
Ministry of ICT
National Information Technology Authority – Uganda (NITA-U)
UDAP (Uganda Digital Acceleration Project)
Invited Participants
This engagement is open to institutions and professionals involved in policy, infrastructure, service delivery, and digital innovation, with a shared goal of strengthening Uganda’s national internet ecosystem.
Invitation to Stakeholders
Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
All licensed ISPs in Uganda
Government & Regulatory Bodies
Ministry of ICT, UCC, ISO, URA, NITA-U,NPA
Financial Sector
Banks and financial institutions
Academia & NGOs
Universities and digital research institutions
Media & Content Creators
TV, Radio, Print, Digital media houses
Cloud & CDN Providers
Enterprise networks, cloud operators
Enterprise networks, cloud operators
All licensed ISPs in Uganda
Mobile Operators
Telecom operators with mobile networks
Key Highlights
- Key Note Addresses
Insights and perspectives from industry and ecosystem leaders shaping Uganda’s internet and digital infrastructure.
- Technical Sessions and Infrastructure Deep Dives
In-depth discussions on IP peering, network operations, and the National IP Peering Infrastructure.
- Live Demonstrations and Onboarding Support
Practical demonstrations of NIPX in action, with guidance on how to connect and participate.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Feedback Forums
Interactive sessions designed to encourage dialogue, collaboration, and input from all.
Enhancing National IP Peer Participation
This workshop brings you closer to faster connectivity, stronger partnerships, and a more resilient internet powered by Uganda’s National IP Peering Infrastructure.
