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URSB Showcases Digital Progress at WIPO ICT Leadership Dialogue

URSB’s efforts to modernise its intellectual property systems have gained international attention following a presentation at the WIPO ICT Leadership Dialogue (WILD). At the second session of the global meeting, Commissioner ICT and Innovation, Mr. Arthur Kwesiga, shared how Uganda is improving data sharing in business registration and intellectual property services. The dialogue brings together…

Ransomware A Growing Threat in the Digital Workplace

Ransomware is one of the most serious cybersecurity threats facing organisations today. It is a type of malicious software that blocks access to files or entire systems and demands payment, known as a ransom, to restore access. For institutions like Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), where digital systems are central to service delivery, a ransomware…

URSB Joins Top Agencies in National Cybersecurity Drive

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) has been selected among the top ten government institutions to implement an Information Security Management System (ISMS) in line with the ISO 27001:2022 standard, aimed at strengthening cybersecurity resilience. The development was highlighted last week during a champions’ training held at the Uganda Business Facilitation Centre auditorium in Kololo,…

URSB Staff Trained to Strengthen Client Support and Service Delivery

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) has strengthened its commitment to efficient customer service by equipping staff with skills to effectively use the Client Support Desk Platform for faster handling of client inquiries and complaints. The virtual training session, held on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. via Zoom, was facilitated…

SOCIAL ENGINEERING

Social engineering is the act of manipulating people into giving away confidential information. Attackers often impersonate trusted organizations such as banks, suppliers, IT staff, or mobile carriers to steal passwords, credit card numbers, or sensitive corporate data. Once they obtain your credentials, they can impersonate you, steal information, commit fraud, or gain access to company…

Possible Future AI Features in OBRS

Artificial Intelligence (AI) could significantly enhance efficiency, accuracy, and user experience in URSB’s Online Business Registration System (OBRS). AI-Powered Name Similarity & Reservation A humanoid robot works in an office on a laptop, showcasing the utility of automation in repetitive and tedious tasks. Instead of relying on basic string matching, AI could analyse spelling, phonetics, abbreviations,…