The Mshauri Initiative for Digital and Civic Literacy works where Uganda's transparency laws are least used, in villages and district offices.
MIDCIL was founded to close the gap between Uganda's progressive Access to Information Act and its limited use at the local government level. Many citizens still cannot freely and safely request and access public information about budgets, expenditures, projects and public funds, while duty bearers often lack the capacity or systems to respond effectively.
We combine digital literacy, practical digital security, civic education and low-cost technology to empower communities, especially youth, women, journalists, grassroots community-based organizations and marginalized groups, to demand transparency without exposing themselves to unnecessary risks.
Our approach is deliberately original and non-duplicative: we build on existing national frameworks while focusing on local governments, hybrid online and offline methods, and sustainable mentorship networks that stay in the district after we leave.
Our Mission
MIDCIL promotes awareness and use of Uganda's Access to Information Act, builds digital literacy and online safety skills for all, empowers communities to demand transparency and accountability in public funds at local governments level, and strengthens duty bearers' capacity to respond effectively, disclose information, and uphold accountable governance.
Our Vision
A digitally literate Uganda where citizens and duty bearers collaborate to ensure free access to public information, transparent management of local public funds, and accountable leadership in a safe online environment.
Working Together
Our work is guided by a core team of digital literacy and security trainers, civic educators, lawyers and community organizers, supported by local mentors in different districts.
Meet the Board · Meet the Team, coming soon