The Uganda Communications Commission intiated the Anti-illegitimate communication Devices project dubbed " SIMUKLEAR "which aims to eliminate the use of illegitimate communication Devices in the country. In light of this, the Commission is hosting several stakeholders trainings on the Phase 3 of the Simuklear Campaign at Protea Hotel over the next two days , bringing together vendors, manufacturers, retailers, distributors, importers, and partners like Samsung, Simi Uganda, Kiwi, Kalcare, Transsion, KACITA, and the Anti-Counterfeit Network. #SimuKlearPhase3 #Enforcement ##GoldenPosts

Highlights from the SimuKlear Campaing Stakeholder Traninig Counsel Fred Muwema, Chairman of the Anti-Counterfeit Network (ACN), pledged ACN’s support for the campaign, noting that mobile phones are the most counterfeited devices globally. He also introduced "BLEEP",ACN’s platform for consumers to report counterfeit products for investigation. UCC’s Muheki Wasago, S.O CEIR Coordinator, took trainees through the SIMU KLEAR system/website and how it works across different categories. Mr. Enoch Wakabi, Senior Officer Telecom Compliance at UCC, spoke on device type approval and why it matters for consumer safety and fair competition. #SimuKlearCampaignPhase3 #Enforcement #GoldenPosts

Group photo: UCC staff with stakeholders across Uganda’s phone distribution chain — retailers, manufacturers, importers, distributors, and vendors. #SimuKlearPhase3 #SimuKlear #GoldenPosts @UCC_Official @UgCERT @GoldenPosts1 @UCC_ED @Bbossa @siblings64426

Today, @UCC_Official convened traders, dealers & manufacturers including Samsung Uganda,Simi Uganda,Kalcare, KACITA,Transsion & Kiwi for the “Engagement,Monitoring & Enforcement phase of #SimuKlear aimed at eliminating illegal & non-type approved devices in Uganda. #GoldenPosts

Speaking for KACITA, Issa Sekitto backed the SIMU KLEAR campaign and pledged support, saying business runs on phones now and fake devices hurt the economy and need to stop. #SimuKlearPhase3 #SimuKlear #GoldenPosts @kacitauganda @UCCOfficial @UgCERT @MoICT_Ug @Bbossa

Representing KACITA, Issa Sekitto pledged support and participation to ensure the success of the SIMU KLEAR campaign, noting that business now lives in our phones and that counterfeit phones are a threat to the economy and must be dealt with. #SimuKlearPhase3 #SimuKlear #GoldenPosts @kacita_uganda @UCC_Official @UgCERT @MoICT_Ug @Bbossa

The Uganda Communications Commission training the Security Agencies (Police, Interpol, UPDF, Forensics, UPF-ICT, UPF-VIPPU, UPF-KMP ) on the SIMU KLEAR initiative at Protea Hotel. #SimuKlearPhase3 #SimuKlear #GoldenPosts

SimuKlear system is a bold step towards protecting Uganda’s digital space, stopping illegal devices from entering the country, tracking illicit devices already in circulation, and reducing fraud for a safer, more secure telecom sector @UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @Bbossa @UgCERT

Fake phones lack proper safety features.They perform poorly on networks and put your data and health at risk. That’s why the Uganda Communications Commission is cleaning up the market with SIMUKLEAR. Buy with confidence knowing your phone is genuine and reliable. This fight needs all of us. Verify and report suspicious devices using the SIMU KLEAR platform or BLEEP. Grateful to all partners walking this journey with us. #ConnectedUganda2030 #DigitalUganda #GoldenPosts @UCC_ED @ConsumerUCC @GovUganda @GCICUganda

Day Two of the SimuKlear campaign by @UCC_Official stakeholder engagement at @ProteaHotels Earlier today, the team held engagements with law enforcement agencies to strengthen collaboration in the fight against counterfeit, illegal, and unregistered mobile devices. #SimuKlear

Stakeholders in one room, one mission, wipe out fake phones from the market through SimuKlear. @UCC_Official

Day 2 of the Uganda Communications Commission training of the Security Agencies (Police, Interpol, UPDF, Forensics, UPF-ICT, UPF-VIPPU, UPF-KMP ) on the SIMU KLEAR initiative at Protea Hotel. #SimuKlearPhase3 #SimuKlear #GoldenPosts #Enforcement

A group photo of UCC staff and stakeholders of communication device distributors in Uganda, as well as stakeholders from baking associations, during the SIMU KLEAR training at Protea Hotel. #SimuKlearPhase3 #SimuKlear #GoldenPosts

#Day1 @UCC_Official is currently holding a Stakeholders Engagement Meeting on #SimuKlear an initiative meant to regulate and wipe #fake phones on the Ugandan market The Commission is engaging with stakeholders like Traders, Security, Tax collectors and Consumers Dial *197#

Counterfeit phones are unsafe & unreliable. UCC’s SIMUKLEAR cleans up the market so you buy genuine, safe devices. Verify & report suspicious phones via SIMU KLEAR or BLEEP. #ConnectedUg2030 #DigitalUganda #GoldenPosts @ConsumerUCC @UCC_Official @UgCERT

Counterfeit phones often lack proper safety features, perform poorly on our networks, and expose users to health and security risks. Through SIMUKLEAR, UCC is cleaning up the market so that when you buy a phone, you can trust it’s genuine and reliable. We’re grateful to all our partners who have joined us and continue to walk this journey with us. The fight against illegitimate devices is a shared responsibility. As we roll out the next phases, we implore Ugandans to verify and report suspicious devices via the SIMU KLEAR platform or BLEEP. #ConnectedUg2030 | #DigitalUganda @UCC_ED @ConsumerUCC @UgCERT @Bbossa

UCC’s Consumer Affairs (@ConsumerUCC) team is hosting industry stakeholders for Phase 3 of the #SIMUKLEAR campaign at Protea Hotel. Manufacturers, importers, retailers, and partners, including Samsung, Transsion, Simi Uganda, and the Anti-Counterfeit Network, have come together to strengthen efforts against counterfeit mobile devices. From learning how the SIMU KLEAR system works to understanding why device type approval* matters for safety and fair competition, the conversations are solution-focused to deliver productivity. #ConnectedUg2030 | #DigitalUganda @UCC_ED @ConsumerUCC @UgCERT @Bbossa

Group photo of @UCC_Official staff and key stakeholders in the communication devices sector, including retailers, manufacturers, importers, and distributors in Uganda, following engagements under #SimuKlearPhase3 aimed at strengthening compliance and enforcement. #SimuKlear #GoldenPosts

Group photo of UCC staff and stakeholders of communication device distributors in Uganda, including retailers, manufacturers, importers, distributors, and vendors. #SimuKlearPhase3 #SimuKlear #GoldenPosts

Yo, that SIMUKLEAR Phase 3 training at Protea Hotel is a big move to crush illegitimate devices in Uganda, bringing in heavy hitters like Samsung & KACITA to clean up the market #SimuKlearPhase3 #Enforcement #GoldenPosts @UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC