One student, One Laptop initiative launched to ease IT access in schools

The government last week rolled out the ‘One Student, One Laptop’ initiative, designed to provide every student in higher education institutions with a personal computer. The initiative, named “Bbala,” is a cornerstone of the government’s strategy to boost Information and Communications Technology (ICT) adoption, enhance digital literacy, and prepare Uganda’s youth for the Fourth Industrial…

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2,214 students graduate as KIU celebrates silver jubilee in style

Kampala International University (KIU) graduated 2,214 students during its colourful 31st graduation ceremony yesterday which coincided with the university’s vibrant silver jubilee celebration. The event, attended by thousands from across Uganda and beyond, took place at the Western Campus in Ishaka, Bushenyi. The graduates, joined by their parents, sponsors, and guardians, radiated joy as they…

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Prof Luboobi greatly transformed Makerere, says Prof Nawangwe

Makerere University Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe has said that Prof. Livingstone Sserwadda Luboobi, one of his predecessors, was a great mentor, crediting him for significantly shaping his approach to university leadership. Speaking at St. Francis Chapel, Makerere, during the funeral service of the former vice chancellor, who passed away recently at Mulago Hospital, Nawangwe…

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Minister Kabanda advises parents to take children to affordable UPE, USE schools

The minister for Kampala, Minsa Kabanda, has urged parents to enroll their children in affordable universal primary and secondary schools rather than keeping them out of school due to financial constraints. Kabanda made these remarks while officiating at the Music, Dance, and Drama event at Nakasero Primary School, themed “Ending Gender-Based Violence and Promoting Sexual…

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Court orders Makerere lecturer fired for losing exam script

The High Court has overturned a ruling by the Makerere University Staff Appeals Tribunal that reinstated Dr. Eria Olowo Onyango, an assistant lecturer, dismissed for misconduct. The court’s decision delivered yesterday by Justice Simon Peter Kinobe, declared the tribunal’s ruling illegal, irrational, and procedurally improper, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing dispute over university…

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UWEZO, Muteesa I University sign MoU on non-academic skills

Dr. Mary Goretti Nakabugo, executive Director of UWEZO, a learning assessment civil society organization, has urged Muteesa I Royal University to integrate non-academic skills into its curriculum. Speaking to journalists at the launch of the university’s first strategic plan (2025–2030) at Mengo, Nakabugo emphasized the plan’s theme: Empowering Learners, Nurturing Competence, and Ethical Character. “UWEZO…

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