Offshore hackers have managed to steal 62 billion Ugandan shillings, which is equivalent to around $16.8 million, from Uganda's central bank. This incident has been reported by the state-owned New Vision newspaper, highlighting concerns about cybersecurity in financial institutions.
The breach has raised concerns about the vulnerabilities faced by central banks and the potential impact on national financial security. As investigations continue, the Ugandan government is expected to take steps to improve its cybersecurity protocols in order to prevent future attacks.