Cybersecurity basics every Ugandan SME should put in place

You do not need a large budget to become much harder to attack. These habits stop most common incidents.

Start with these seven

1. Turn on multi-factor authentication for email, banking and admin accounts.
2. Use unique passwords with a password manager.
3. Keep software updated: operating systems, plugins and your website platform.
4. Back up important data automatically and test restoring it.
5. Limit access: give staff only what they need and remove leavers promptly.
6. Train your team to spot phishing and suspicious payment requests.
7. Secure your website with SSL, updated code and monitored logins.

Personal data matters

If you hold customer or staff information, Uganda's Data Protection and Privacy Act, 2019 applies to how you collect, store and share it. Seek qualified legal advice for your obligations; we help with the technical side: access controls, retention and secure handling.

Not sure where to begin? Our cybersecurity services start with a review that ranks the biggest risks first, and our backup and recovery work makes sure you can bounce back.