Govt to harmonise Makerere university staff salaries
The government has conceded to the demands of striking Makerere University staff and agreed to harmonise their salaries without linking the pay increase to academic quali...
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University students fear joblessness over AI rise
University students have expressed concerns about the global rise of artificial intelligence (AI), fearing it could worsen the already high unemployment rates in Africa.�...
Measles breaks out in 42 districts
The Health Minister, Dr Jane Ruth Aceng has revealed that 42 districts in the country have reported an outbreak of measles. Dr Aceng told health officials and district l...
UCU cautions parents against 'indecent dressing' at university’s graduation
Uganda Christian University (UCU) has unveiled new gowns to replace the old black ones ahead of its 25th graduation ceremony slated on October 25.At least 1,000 students...
Mutesa vs Obote’s style, and a silly column for the 62nd
By this time 62 years ago, Ugandans were getting down to the business of being independent, and the big men were rubbing their hands, relishing the opportunity to be chie...
Inside Uganda’s death by suicide puzzle
In June this year, Kampala registered the highest cases of suicides in a single month, most of them involving high-profile individuals. Mr Luke Owoyesigyire, the Kampala...
Why African leaders guard secrets around their health
Rumours of ill-health have engulfed two African presidents in recent weeks, sparking contrasting responses and exposing how the wellbeing of leaders is often treated as a...
In cutting trees, KCCA has denied birds warm nests
On October 14, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) shamelessly ordered the cutting of trees in the city centre occupied by breeding and roosting colony of the Cattle Eg...
Will MPs’ stance against Bill to control alcohol return to bite?
Parliaments all over the world have been known as places where elected representatives of the people develop, deliberate, and adopt legislation that promotes public inter...
One Direction singer Liam Payne dead after falling from Buenos Aires hotel balcony
Former One Direction singer Liam Payne was found dead outside a hotel in Buenos Aires after the 31-year-old fell from his third-floor room balcony, Argentine police said...