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Why Makerere ought to retain its professors as long as can still talk

Why Makerere ought to retain its professors as long as can still talk

There is a Ugandan virologist – a retired professor – who once told me a memorable story that captures a core part of the absurdity of the system that Bwana Yoweri Museveni has cultivated and presided over since coming to power. I will not

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Publishers of World University Rankings defends Makerere’s  912th position

Publishers of World University Rankings defends Makerere’s 912th position

Times Higher Education (THE), the publisher of the World University Rankings, has issued a clarification over its latest university rankings following a public uproar over Makerere University’s perceived sharp decline in global and regional standings.In a statement dated July 9, THE said

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Man Utd given huge boost in hunt for Botafogo goalkeeper John Victor after losing Andre Onana to injury

Man Utd given huge boost in hunt for Botafogo goalkeeper John Victor after losing Andre Onana to injury

Manchester United have been handed a huge boost in their pursuit of Botafogo keeper John Victor after Andre Onana suffered an injury ahead of pre-season.Botafogo preparing for the possible departure of John VictorThe team's starting goalkeep

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Tears and Turmoil: MP Balimwezo Crushed as NUP Backs Lukwago in Secret Deal

Tears and Turmoil: MP Balimwezo Crushed as NUP Backs Lukwago in Secret Deal

Nakawa West MP Ronald Balimwezo has reportedly been left emotionally shattered after learning that the National Unity Platform (NUP) will not support his long-anticipated bid for Kampala Lord Mayor.Insiders say party leader Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi W

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Rotary Brings Clean Water and Hygiene Education to Bugonga Primary School on Day Two of Seven Days of Service

Rotary Brings Clean Water and Hygiene Education to Bugonga Primary School on Day Two of Seven Days of Service

As part of the ongoing Seven Days of Service campaign, the Rotary Club of Kansanga and the Rotaract Club of Bunga on Tuesday led a powerful Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) intervention at Bugonga Primary School in Entebbe.The day focused not only on improving access to clean water bu

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Kicking Off with Impact: Rotaract Bwebajja Leads Day One of “Seven Days of Service” with Lifesaving Literacy and Learning at Bugiri

Kicking Off with Impact: Rotaract Bwebajja Leads Day One of “Seven Days of Service” with Lifesaving Literacy and Learning at Bugiri

The Rotaract Club of Bwebajja, collaborating with 15 partnering Rotary and Rotaract clubs, officially began Day One of its "Seven Days of Service" initiative at Bugiri Public Primary School. The day's activities primarily focused on Basic Education Literacy and Menstrual Health.The initial

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Inside Government’s New Pay Deal for Arts Teachers

Inside Government’s New Pay Deal for Arts Teachers

Following weeks of a sit-down strike that left arts lessons suspended across many government secondary schools, Government has come out with a new plan aimed at addressing the concerns raised by arts teachers.The strike, led by the Uganda Arts Teachers As

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IUEA Opens Admissions for August 2025 Intake, Announces Scholarships for Top UACE Performers

IUEA Opens Admissions for August 2025 Intake, Announces Scholarships for Top UACE Performers

The International University of East Africa (IUEA) has officially opened admissions for its August 2025 Intake, offering a fresh academic chapter for students across Uganda and the region.In a move to promote merit and equity, the university also launched a new scholarship initiative

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Adjumani Launches Groundbreaking Research on Women, Climate Policy

Adjumani Launches Groundbreaking Research on Women, Climate Policy

A landmark research initiative aimed at bridging the gap between Uganda’s national climate policies and local realities has been launched in Adjumani District, with a special focus on the voices of refugee women and women in host communities.The project, titled "Localising National Gende

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Ugandan Students to be Trained in Wildlife Filming

Ugandan Students to be Trained in Wildlife Filming

The Uganda Wildlife Research and Training Institute (UWRTI) has organized a three-week wildlife filming training aimed at promoting conservation communication and promoting the country’s tourism sector.The training organized in partnership with Kent State University, USA will among other

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