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Busitema University Gets New Chancellor
Busitema University has officially received a new Chancellor, following the appointment of Eng. Dr. Badru Kiggundu by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The confirmation was announced by the Chairperson of the Busitema University Council, Prof. William Bazeyo, who thanked the President…
Victoria University Unveils NCHE-Accredited Digital-Age Academic Programmes
Victoria University has announced the launch of three new National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)-accredited programmes, reinforcing its position as one of Uganda’s most forward-thinking institutions. In a statement released on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the university said…
Kampala International University Wins Mbarara Open Woodball Championship
KIU, Western Campus – Kampala International University (KIU) men’s woodball team delivered a stunning performance to clinch gold at the 2025 Western Uganda Woodball Open Championship, held Saturday, Nov. 8, at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST). The KIU women’s…
Cross-Generational Sex and the Rising Risk of HIV Among Adolescent Girls
By Sabrina Kitaka Cross-generational sex, where young girls engage in sexual relationships with men who are 10 or more years older, remains a pressing public health concern. When these relationships begin early, often with multiple partners involved over time, the…
The Untapped potential of Uganda’s youth in socio-economic development
In Uganda, the National Youth Policy defines youth as individuals aged 18 to 30, but in everyday social and economic discussions, this extends up to 35 years. This age group isn’t just large, it’s dominant. Over 75% of Uganda’s population is under…
Youth Charter Launches “Youth 4 Africa” Framework
LONDON, United Kingdom, November 6, 2025/ — The Youth Charter (YC) (www.YouthCharter.org) today announced the Africa-focused expansion of its acclaimed Youth 4 Africa Framework, calling for a new era of holistic, integrated and cross-sector youth development across the continent. Building on over 30 years…
At 34 years old, Mamdani’s win inspires Ugandans who see hope in youth joining politics
The opposition leader in the Ugandan Parliament sees the Ugandan-born Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the New York mayoral race as an inspiring political shift but somehow too distant for many Africans at home. “It’s a big encouragement even to us…
Regional Boot Camps Boosting Youth Creativity Innovation
By Nanteza Sarah Kyobe Africa-Press – Uganda. Throughout last week, UNICEF Uganda, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Sports and the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, held innovation boot camps in the Greater North and Eastern regions…
Opinion: Why Young People Belong in Boardrooms: Building the Next Generation of Spot-On Leaders
By Athieno Stella MarionSecretary General, Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) For decades, the image of a boardroom has been synonymous with experience — senior leaders in suits, seasoned professionals with years of service and a wealth of institutional knowledge.…
From a Village Vendor and School Cook to a Master’s Graduate: A Journey of Hope and Determination
“From humble beginnings to a life of impact…”. This is how Ms. Mary Namukisa, one of the 32nd cohort of MUST graduands, describes her inspiring journey. I come from a family and community where no one I knew had ever…