Col (Rtd) Nuwe Amanya Mushega, Chairperson Education Policy Review Commission The Amanya Mushega-led Education Policy Review Commission is on track to submit its final report by December, concluding four years of work aimed at reshaping Uganda’s education and sports sectors. Col (Rtd) Nuwe Amanya Mushega confirmed the development noting that
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Education Minister, Janet Museveni summoned the meeting. Janet Kataha Museveni, the Minister of Education, has summoned all vice-chancellors and Senate members from public universities to, among other matters, elect their representatives to the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE). The meeting is currently taking place at Statehouse Entebbe. “This is,
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Pebuu CEO, Ssemyalo John Paul during one of the trainings held at the Pebuu hub to equip field agents with monitoring skills Pebuu, one of the leading technology firms in Uganda, has expanded its service network to more than 320 locations nationwide. By harnessing cutting-edge technology, Pebuu offers real-time tracking and geo-mapping solutions that ensure the
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The dilapidated service trucks in the school's compound. Trophies from various activities like netball, swimming, chess, and music competitions, along with other co-curricular activities, remain the only visible memoirs of Fr. Damian Grimes, a Catholic priest who transformed Namasagali College into a distinguished center of learning known for quality education
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Patrick Komaketch from the Uganda Society of Architects The Uganda Society of Architects (USA) has announced the highly anticipated construction symposium under the theme, "The Business of Construction in Uganda," scheduled to take place on 20th September 2024 at the Imperial Royale Hotel, Kampala. This one-day event, running from 8:00 AM to
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The award recognizes Huawei’s outstanding contributions to enhancing cybersecurity and fostering innovation in the digital landscape of Eastern Africa. Huawei, a global leader in information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, has been awarded the prestigious Eastern Africa Cybersecurity Leadership and Innovation Award at the East Africa Internet
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Janet Museveni, the Minister of Education and Sports A new survey has highlighted significant gaps in the implementation of the revised Ordinary Level curriculum, just a month before students sit for their Uganda Certificate Exams-UCE. The survey, conducted by the Economic Policy Research Center (EPRC) across seventeen schools in various
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Dr. Herbert Luswata, the President of the Uganda Medical Association Healthcare providers have expressed concern over a move by the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to start taxing consultants and medical specialists who are part-time in private hospitals as full-time employees. In a notice seen by our reporter, the tax body asks
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Kyambogo University is set to enter a public-private partnership with an investor to develop a multi-purpose sports arena, a business center, and more than five student hostels. This initiative aims to boost the university’s revenue amid ongoing financial challenges. The plan is part of the university’s strategy to address funding
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Dr. Kiyonga (pictured) shortly before the interview. He says his focus will be on strenthening Makerere University further The newly appointed Chancellor of Makerere University, Dr. Chrispus Kiyonga, will focus on ensuring that the institution continues to play a key role in the transformation and development of Uganda. Last week,
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