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Kabale University Mourns Death of Second-Year Student
Kabale University is mourning the death of Victor Kesiime, a second-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree. In an official statement, the university confirmed her passing, expressing deep sorrow and sympathy to her loved ones. “Our thoughts and…
Youth Charter Calls for Greater Global Commitment to Sport for Development and Peace on United Nations Day
LONDON, United Kingdom, October 24, 2025: On Friday, the United Nations Day, the Youth Charter (www.YouthCharter.org) called for renewed international commitment to harness the power of sport, art, culture, and digital engagement as essential tools in achieving the United Nations…
UPDF, Entebbe Municipal Council Launch Youth-Driven Environmental Campaign
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Air Force, in partnership with environmentalists and the Entebbe Municipal Council, launched a youth-driven environmental campaign dubbed Students Go Green Initiative at Marines Primary School playgrounds in Entebbe. Held under the theme “Go Green:…
UCU Loses Four Students in Separate Road Accidents Within One Week
Uganda Christian University (UCU) is mourning the tragic loss of four students who died in separate road crashes within one week, leaving the university community in deep grief and shock. The deceased students have been identified as Apio Consolate, Angella,…
African Development Bank and Angola launch $125 million drive to boost youth entrepreneurship
LUANDA, Angola, October 21, 2025/ — The African Development Bank Group (), in partnership with the Government of Angola and the European Union, has launched a $125 million Youth Employment Project (Crescer Project) to spur entrepreneurship and job creation among young Angolans. The project will create…
National Female Youth MP Race: Mercy Kanyesigye Nominated, Pledges Fight Against Youth Unemployment
Mercy Kanyesigye, one of the contenders for the position of National Female Youth Member of Parliament, was officially nominated yesterday ahead of the 2026 general elections. Speaking shortly after her nomination, Kanyesigye pledged to be a strong voice for young…
National Female Youth MP Race Heats Up as Julia Muhumuza Declares Independent Bid
The race for the National Female Youth Member of Parliament has gained new momentum after Julia Muhumuza declared her intention to contest as an independent candidate, pledging to champion youth inclusion and empowerment in national decision-making. Making the announcement on…
The Rise & Rise of TikTok in Uganda: A Blessing, Curse or Just Vibes
By Our Reporters Eh! If you haven’t heard the phrase “Don’t TikTok that!” shouted in a market, a taxi, or a hostel, then you are probably living under a rock with very poor WiFi. What started as “just another app…
Angella Namirembe: UCU Law Student Dies After Mengo Road Accident
Shock and grief have gripped Uganda Christian University (UCU) after news broke that Namirembe Angel, a law student, has died following a motor accident. Details about the crash remain scarce, but initial reports from fellow students and close friends indicate…
Opinion: Transforming Uganda’s Youth Potential into Sustainable Development Impact
By Ian King, UNDP Uganda Resident Representative a.i Every 12th August since 2000, the world commemorates International Youth Day. A day established by the United Nations in 1999 following the adoption of Resolution 54/120 by the General Assembly. This annual observance spotlights the…