Why support access to computers for young people in Uganda

Supporting access to computers and the internet gives young people in Uganda a place to practise digital skills, and practice is how those skills are learned. TFAST's Digital Skills Initiative aims to provide that access. Support is most useful when it is specific: a working device, funding to buy one locally, a mentor's time or an introduction.

Key facts

The need: access to computers, internet and guidance
The plan: supervised, hands-on sessions on shared computers (Digital Skills Initiative)
Requested: devices, funding, skills support and volunteers
Status: planning and preparation. No results are claimed yet.
Last updated: October 1, 2026

What is the problem?

You cannot learn to use a computer from a book alone. You need to touch one, make mistakes on it and try again. Young people in Uganda may still find it hard to get regular time on a computer, a reliable internet connection and someone to guide them. Brian lived a version of this: around 2005 he had limited access and nobody to teach him, so he taught himself through internet searches, experiments and years of practice. Read his story. He wants the path to be easier for the next person.

What is the solution we propose?

The Digital Skills Initiative plans supervised sessions where learners share working computers in turn. The focus is computer basics and safe internet use first, then beginner web, software and mobile skills for older youth. Details such as locations, schedules and who can join are not confirmed yet, and we will publish them when they are. See the full initiative page.

What help is requested?

Working laptops and desktop computers, and accessories, that are already in Uganda or bought locally.
Funding that helps buy devices locally and pay for internet data.
Time and skills from trainers, mentors and volunteers.
Introductions to schools, community groups, companies and funders.

Another campaign: Mukono Friendship Village

TFAST also hosts a campaign page for Mukono Friendship Village, a community in Takajunge village, Mukono District, where Brian grew up. Brian says its children now need skills. Other needs have not been confirmed yet, so please contact us before sending anything.

What do we not promise?

We do not promise jobs, certificates or particular results for any young person. We do not claim numbers of learners, devices or partners that we cannot show. TFAST is a business, not a charity, and we do not issue tax receipts. More on the transparency page.

Why TFAST?

TFAST Digital Agency has built websites, apps and software since 2019 and runs its own sites. The person leading this work learned computing the hard way and graduated in Software Engineering in 2024. See the portfolio and the open-source projects for TFAST's published work.

Ready to help?

If you have read this far and want to help, the next step is easy. Use the Donate / Support page, read how to help, or write to tfastdigital256@gmail.com or message WhatsApp +256 751 399 620.

Frequently asked questions

Why do computers and internet matter for learning digital skills?

Digital skills are practical. Typing, using documents, building websites and writing code are learned by practising on a real computer. Without regular access, there is little chance to practise.

What will my support be used for?

The Digital Skills Initiative needs working devices, internet data, skills support and volunteers. Exact amounts and records will be published only when they are real. See the initiative page and the transparency page.

Can you promise that a young person will get a job or become a developer?

No. We cannot promise outcomes for any individual. The goal is to increase access and opportunity.

Is TFAST a registered charity?

No. TFAST Digital Agency is a registered Ugandan business name (sole proprietor), not a charity, NGO or non-profit. We do not issue tax receipts.

Who is behind this?

Kalyango Brian, founder of TFAST Digital Agency. He learned computing largely by himself. Read his story.

Written by TFAST Digital Agency. Last updated: October 1, 2026.