eight tech consults

What eight tech consults does

Eight Tech Consults Ltd is a privately held Ugandan ICT and management consulting firm, headquartered in Nangabo, Kasangati (Wakiso District) and operating since 2007. The company delivers six core service lines: ICT and Management Consultancy, Software and AI Solutions, Research and Data Science, Edu-Tech Products and Services, Multi-Media Solutions, and Finance and Risk Management Services. Its primary customers are Ugandan government ministries, regulators (notably the Uganda Communications Commission), international development organizations (UNESCO, GIZ, UNDP/OHCHR, ATU, Mastercard Foundation), and NGOs (NUDIPU, UNFFE, FSD Uganda, CEHURD).

Eight Tech's product portfolio blends bespoke consulting deliverables with recurring digital platforms. Flagship builds include the ICT4Farmers Initiative (mobile app, IVR, web portal with multilingual content and API federation), the homegrown SmartNote and Trusted Eyes assistive-technology applications for visually impaired users (operating offline in five local languages), the OWODAT wildlife offenders database for Uganda Wildlife Authority, the Viazi Vitamu System for sweet potato growers, the OHCHR West Africa website, the CEHURD community dashboard, and curricula for the Personal Data Protection Office Data Protection Academy. AI capabilities are embedded in vision and speech features and predictive dashboards.

Revenue is generated predominantly through project-based, multi-year consulting contracts and donor-funded programs. The go-to-market combines enterprise field sales to government and international bodies with community-led training delivery through 216+ Digital Champions across districts. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, and the firm holds no disclosed institutional investment, subsidiaries, or recent M&A activity.

Name

eight tech consults

Legal name

Eight Tech Consults Ltd

Website

https://8technologies.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Eight Tech Consults is a Ugandan ICT and management consulting firm, founded in 2007, that delivers software development, e-learning, AI-enabled assistive technology, research, and digital-skilling programs to government agencies, international organizations, and underserved communities across Uganda.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

ICT and Management Consulting Services

NAICS

Management Consulting Services (54161), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416), Computer Training (611420), Other Management Consulting Services (541618)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Data, Analytics & AI Consulting (BPAHAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Digital Learning, EdTech Enablement & Connectivity for Education (BPADAKAH), Education Access & EdTech for Equity (Low-cost Learning, Skills Platforms) (BPAGALAH), ERP, CRM & Enterprise Applications Consulting (BPAHAEAI)

Keywords

• ICT consulting services
• Software development
• Digital inclusion programs
• E-learning solutions
• Research data science

Headquarters

HQ city

Nangabo, Kasangati Town Council

HQ country

Uganda

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. ICT and Management Consulting Services: Project-based consulting engagements providing ICT strategy development, digital transformation advisory, and management consulting to government agencies and organizations
2. Software Development and AI Solutions: Custom software development, web and mobile applications, e-learning platforms, and AI-powered solutions for various sectors
3. Research and Data Science Services: Research studies, impact assessments, capacity assessments, curriculum development for various government and development partners
4. Digital Skills Training Programs: Large-scale digital literacy and skilling programs funded by government and development partners targeting farmers, PWDs, and educators
5. Edu-Tech Products and Services: E-learning platforms, digital education content, and educational technology solutions

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Eight Tech Consults Limited provides ICT and management consultancy, custom software and AI solutions, research and data science, edu-tech products, multimedia solutions, and finance and risk management services to government agencies, NGOs, international organizations, and educational institutions primarily in Uganda and East Africa. The firm delivers bespoke digital platforms (such as ICT4Farmers, SmartNote, Trusted Eyes, OWODAT), digital skills training programs for farmers and persons with disabilities, e-learning platforms, and strategic ICT advisory for digital transformation.

Product overview

Eight Tech Consults Ltd operates as a custom solutions provider offering six core service lines: ICT and Management Consultancy, Software and AI Solutions & Services, Research and Data Science, Edu-Tech Products and Services, Multi-Media Solutions, and Finance and Risk Management Services. Rather than a unified SaaS product, the company delivers bespoke software applications, digital platforms, and consulting services tailored to specific client needs. Notable products include the ICT4Farmers Initiative (agricultural digital platform with mobile app, IVR, and web portal), SmartNote and Trusted Eyes assistive technology apps for visually impaired persons, OWODAT wildlife database, the Viazi Vitamu System for sweet potato farmers, and MAHABA livestock app for Elanco. The company also develops custom websites (OHCHR West Africa, MaRCCI), creates educational curricula (PDPO Data Protection Academy), and implements digital skilling programs for farmers, persons with disabilities, and educators across Uganda.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ICT and Management Consultancy Strategic ICT consulting services including digital transformation strategy, governance structures, and institutional capacity building to align technology initiatives with organizational priorities. Targeted at government agencies, ministries, departments, regulatory bodies, and NGOs.
• Software and AI Solutions & Services Custom software development and AI-powered solutions tailored to client requirements, including web applications, mobile apps, and AI-integrated systems for government, NGOs, and enterprise clients.
• Research and Data Science Research services, impact assessments, and data science solutions including needs assessments, surveys, FGDs, and mixed-methods research using tools like Kobo Toolbox and SPSS for government and development partners.
• Edu-Tech Products and Services Educational technology solutions including e-learning platforms, digital skills training, and curriculum development for educational institutions and learners.
• Multi-Media Solutions Multimedia production and solutions including video production, social media content creation, and multimedia studio development for organizational clients.
• Finance and Risk Management Services Financial sector consulting including curriculum development for data protection academies, compliance frameworks, and financial sector deepening initiatives for government, financial institutions, and development partners.
• ICT4Farmers Initiative Comprehensive digital agriculture platform including mobile app, IVR system, and web portal for smallholder farmers, extension workers, and policymakers. Features multilingual content, API federation with third-party agri-tools, digital skilling, and decision enhancement services.
• SmartNote Assistive technology mobile app for visually impaired persons that recognizes Ugandan currency using phone camera and speaks values aloud in five local languages (Luganda, Runyankore, Ateso, Luo, Swahili). Operates offline for rural accessibility.
• Trusted Eyes Real-time visual support mobile platform for visually impaired persons that connects users to trained local volunteers via audio/video for navigation, object identification, and daily tasks. Integrates AI-powered object and text recognition.
• OWODAT (Online Wildlife Offenders Database)

Quantifiable outcome

• 40,000+ persons with disabilities trained in digital skills over 3 years
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability8 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partnership on digital inclusion programs. UCC, through UCUSAF, has funded multiple digital skilling initiatives including programs for smallholder farmers (3,116+ farmers), persons with disabilities (40,000+ trained), and development of ICT4Farmers platform. Key partner in national digital transformation efforts.
• National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner3-year partnership on ICT for Persons with Disabilities (ICT4PWDs) program. Jointly developed National Observatory for PWDs, 30+ OPD websites, trained 240 trainers of trainers, and 10,000+ persons with disabilities. Co-developed SmartNote and Trusted Eyes assistive technologies.
• Uganda National Farmers Federation (UNFFE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on ICT4Farmers Initiative implementing digital tools for smallholder farmers across Uganda. UNFFE ICT4Farmers is a pillar programme for UNFFE 2030 vision focused on transforming smallholder agriculture.
• UNESCOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership under ICT Transforming Education in Africa initiative. Eight Tech reviewed and updated Uganda's ICT Competency Framework for Teachers (CFT), ensuring alignment with global best practices and Competency-Based Curriculum.
• GIZcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on multiple projects including establishment of community dashboard for CEHURD and maintenance of EAAACA website and ARIN-EA secure platform.
• FSD UgandacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on Data Protection Academy curriculum development. Commissioned by FSD Uganda in partnership with PDPO and NITA-U to design comprehensive curriculum for data protection training.
• RUFORUMcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on agricultural technology solutions and MaRCCI website development. Supporting digital technologies in plant breeding systems across Africa.
• OHCHRcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContracted by OHCHR to redesign and redevelop the West Africa Regional Office website in line with OHCHR protocols and branding guidelines.
• MaRCCIcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWebsite development and technical support for Makerere University Regional Centre for Crop Improvement. Includes ECPBA domain and social media strategy.
• Nkumba UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on Innovate for Disability Hackathon and football team sponsorship for African University Games.
• Tooro KingdomcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic planning cabinet retreat partnership with His Majesty Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV for visionary leadership and digital transformation.
• Civil Service College UgandacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultimedia studio development and handover for in-service training and public policy research.
• ElancominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch study for MAHABA livestock app content development and translation for small-scale livestock farmers in Uganda.
• NITA-UcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommissioned by NITA-U (with World Bank support) to assess digital access enablers in 13 Refugee Hosting Districts and design 24 Digital Uganda Service Centers.
• RefactorycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on TVET Capacity Assessment under 10X Program. Assessment of 14 TVET institutions for software engineering and hardware maintenance programs.
• Kabale UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional E-Learning Portal development and implementation for university.
• Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on Uganda Wildlife Authority Online Wildlife Offenders Database update with WCS as implementing partner.
• African Telecommunications UnioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment of ATU Strategic and Financial Plan for 2023-2026 covering Development, Radio Communications, and Standardization areas.
• Cyber School Technology SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in digital inclusion initiatives for higher education.
• Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control (DCIC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment of ICT strategy and implementation action plan for digital-driven service delivery.
• Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Ministry of Education and Eight Tech on specialized digital skills training for UNITE instructors.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Outbox (U) Ltd: Ugandan tech innovation hub that Eight Tech partners with on Mastercard Foundation 10X Program TVET assessment. Directly comparable as a Uganda-rooted B2G / donor-funded digital innovation consultancy targeting inclusion and skilling outcomes.
• Refactory: Kampala-based software engineering training organization with which Eight Tech co-executed a TVET capacity assessment for Mastercard Foundation. Comparable as a Ugandan tech-training / capacity-building player working the same donor ecosystem.

Broad incumbents

• CWG (Computer Warehouse Group): Pan-African ICT distribution and consulting group. Comparable as an Africa-wide technology services / consulting incumbent offering software, distribution, and managed services to enterprise and government clients.
• Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid): Large pan-African technology and consulting business spanning connectivity, cloud, and managed services. Comparable as a broad incumbent in African ICT services addressing enterprise and government digital transformation.
• Dimension Data / NTT Data: Global systems integrator with deep African presence delivering enterprise software, networks, and digital transformation. Comparable in delivering enterprise consulting to public-sector and development-sector clients across Africa.

Emerging players

• Ubongo: Tanzania-founded EdTech delivering localized, low-bandwidth digital learning content across East Africa. Comparable as an Africa-based EdTech / digital skills content operator with scale ambitions in underserved markets.
• Eneza Education: Pan-African mobile-based education platform delivering SMS/IVR-based learning. Comparable in using low-bandwidth channels to deliver digital learning and skills content to underserved African learners.
• Digital Green: International development organization using video and digital tools for smallholder farmer extension. Comparable in donor-funded digital agriculture and extension work targeting smallholder farmers in similar value chains.
• Be My Eyes: Global assistive-tech platform connecting blind/low-vision users with sighted volunteers via live video. Comparable to Eight Tech's Trusted Eyes product category in providing visual-assist volunteer connectivity for visually impaired users, though on a global rather than local language scale.

Regional players

• Sun King (Greenlight Planet): East African pay-as-you-go solar/digital services company with deep rural distribution networks. Comparable in leveraging digital + agent networks to reach rural smallholder / low-income customers across East Africa.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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