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17:28
17:28

UNMEB Enhances Exam Management To Streamline Processes, Curb Malpractice 1 2 Top story

Juliet Twesigye, the examinations manager at UNMEB, says that in response to this evolving challenge and the need to streamline some processes, the board has taken a decisive action by introducing changes to effectively maintaining the integrity of healthcare education in Uganda.
14:09
14:09

Students Awarded Scholarships In "Save a Makererean" Campaign 1 1

The recipients of these scholarships are predominantly students pursuing a Bachelor of Chinese and Asian Studies. They become the immediate beneficiaries of the recently launched campaign by Makerere University Guild President Robert Maseruka dubbed "Save a Makererean" aimed at raising Shillings 1 billion to help their underprivileged colleagues on the verge of dropping out due to tuition fees.
10:47
10:47

Lower and Upper Secondary Should Be Merged - Prof Nyeko 1 3

Prof. Nyeko, a renowned veterinarian, and academic administrator says his recommendation is part of broader efforts to streamline the education system and alleviate the burden of national examinations on students.
17:12
17:12

Nawangwe Pardons Students Suspended for Protesting Eviction of Businesses 1

The students are Ronald Odama, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts, Simon Wandukwa studying Law, and Bruce Mwebaze, enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program in Petroleum Geo-science and Production.
15:43
15:43

Otuke Given Two Months Ultimatum to Rehabilitate School 2

In 2022, a severe storm ravaged a classroom block at Barjobi Primary School, rendering classrooms for primary one and two and office spaces unusable. With an enrollment of 1,675 students and a meager 99 sitting desks available, learners from these classes have been forced to study under trees.
11:16
11:16

Gov't Schools in Luwero Pinned for Charging Illegal UNEB Fees 1 3

Safia Nalule the Chairperson of The Equal Opportunities Commission tasked the Luwero district leadership to investigate the schools and stop them from cheating the government as well as the parents.
06:47
06:47

Scholarships: BBUC Students Accuse Administration of Promising Them Hot Air 8 3

Ameria Natukunda, pursuing Bachelors’ Diploma in Business Administration and Able Atukunda, pursuing Bachelors’ Degree in Information Technology say that some of the students have opted to abandon courses to go back home.
18:35
18:35

NCDC Tutor Training Flops Over Poor Accommodation 5 1

There was uncertainty when many of the tutors questioned the nature of the training. The absence of a designated point of contact upon arrival only deepened their frustrations.
08:42
08:42

Seven Students Arrested, 53 Suspended over Strike at St. Mary’s College Rushoroza 4

One of the students told our reporter on condition of anonymity that the strike was triggered by the suspension of their colleagues Byamugisha Nicholas, Aine Ronnie, Namara Meledizikia, Atukunda Paddy, Nshabamukama Samuel, Kansiime Assan and Tugineyo Brave for allegedly assaulting a senior one student accused of stealing 40,000 Shillings.
18:35
18:35

Tuition Challenges: Mak Students Start Fundraising Drive 1 1

Last month, the students launched the campaign dubbed "Save a Makererean" aimed at raising 1 billion Shillings.
17:21
17:21

Gov’t Issues Fresh Guidelines for Students Studying Abroad 1 3

Dr. Jane Egau, the undersecretary at the ministry, announced these guidelines, stating that students who do not provide academic progress updates and those who do not progress will not be funded for the subsequent year.
08:47
08:47

Victoria Ssekitoleko Calls for Localizing School Syllabi for Relevance framework 1 5

Ssekitoleko, now in retirement, shared her insights before the Amanya-Mushega-led education policy review commission on Wednesday drawing from her extensive leadership experience and roles as a diplomat and consultant in diverse countries.
07:55
07:55

MOH Validates Climate Change Vulnerability Adaptation Assessment 2 Top story

In December 2021, the MoH committed to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) during the Conference of Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, pledging to conduct a comprehensive national health climate change vulnerability and adaptation assessment for the development of H-NAP.
11:59
11:59

Construction of Kololo Public Seed School Resumes 3 1

Construction stalled in 2021 after some whistleblowers petitioned the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) and the State House Anti-Corruption Unit to investigate Timothy Malumah Ezati, the Acting District Engineer/Water Officer, Stephen Candia, the Chief Finance Officer, Flavia Osoa, the District Education Officer, Paul Abiribale, the District Internal Auditor, and William Oneti, the Senior Assistant Engineering officer over allegations of mismanaging the funds.
08:41
08:41

Mak Extends Graduation Dates to Support Student Financial Settlements 1 Top story

The Academic Registrar, Professor Buyinza Mukadasi, notes in a statement issued on Monday evening that the adjustment aims to assist students in meeting their academic requirements and financial obligations.
07:34
07:34

Mak Staff Ask ULS to Maintain Independence While Nominating Representative 1

In a letter dated November 16th, 2023 the staff, represented by the Makerere University Academic Staff Association, Makerere Administrative Staff Association, and the National Union of Education Institutions, addressed this plea to Moses Okwalinga, the Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Law Society.
17:08
17:08

Old Kampala SSS: IGG Recommends Demotion of Headteacher, Recovery of UGX 107M 1 Top story

“Withholding tax deductions from payments made to Mudde Duada Lubulwa an Nansamba Sharifah a total of UGX 6.325,560 were not remitted to URA until the inspector of government commended investigations,” the report adds.
17:26
17:26

Joyce Mpanga,“Madam Firsts”,Politician, Educationist and Buganda Loyalist Buganda Kingdom 6 1 Top story

Joyce Mpanga was the third girl in East Africa to get a University degree and the first Ugandan woman to win a US Fulbright scholarship. This Obituary has audio of the late retrieved from URN archives.
16:51
16:51

UBTEB Records Increase in Candidate Numbers 1 3

According to records, there has been a notable increase of 58.6%, with the number rising from 64,387 candidates in the July-August series to 102,132 candidates.
16:06
16:06

MPs Advocate for Policy Restricting Education Officials from Operating Private Schools 1 8

Akol, the Chairperson of the Acholi Parliamentary Group named education ministers, commissioners who own some of the best schools in the country. Yet, at the same time, the public schools in their own neighborhoods are a source of disgrace.
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