I’ve had the opportunity to work on many projects involving data processing, web development, SEO optimization, and scientific software design. Through those experiences—across industries and continents—I’ve learned one truth that applies everywhere: even the best software developer in the world is limited by their ability to communicate.
In fact, one of the biggest challenges I’ve faced when commissioning technical projects is not finding someone who can write code—it’s finding someone who can both write code and understand the needs of the client, speak clearly about their own capabilities, and ask the right questions at the right time.
Software development is about problem-solving. And good problem-solvers talk. They listen. They clarify. They explain. Because no code gets written until someone understands what needs to be built, and no code gets used until someone else understands how to use it.
Here in Uganda, I’ve seen something promising: many learners read and write English quite well. But when it comes to speaking confidently—especially with an accent and vocabulary that connects in the global economy—that’s where the gap often lies. And that gap can be expensive. It can be the difference between getting a job on Upwork or not. Between keeping a client or losing one.
The world economy is changing fast. Remote work is booming. Programming, web design, and digital services are in high demand. And Uganda has the talent. What’s needed now is the voice—literally—the ability to speak in a way that builds trust, clarity, and cooperation with clients all over the world.