Author: Johnson Thembo
St Augustine international University (SAIU) led by its chairman, State for Foreign Affairs, Henry Oryem Okello has submitted its applications to be granted a carter status after a long process that saw a complete review of the structures and systems of the University. The grant of a charter is a statutory requirement set out in the University and other tertiary institutions Act 2001 and is granted to Universities that have demonstrated high quality in staffing, teaching and learning, research output, extension services, infrastructural developments in terms of lecture rooms, libraries and laboratories and good governance among others. The University was…
President Yoweri Museveni has said government is considering introducing project centered SACCOs to support grass-root initiatives aimed at creating jobs and improving incomes for the rural poor. “We have experimented this in Kasandha and realized that if we encouraged wanaichi to join SACCOs that promote their interests, it would be easier for government to channel money in those respective SACCOs for easy access for them to boost their projects,” he said. The President said they have identified 13 projects including Boda Boda groups, Women entreprenuers, Capentry, Saloons, Taxi operators, Restaurants, Welders, Market vendors, Youth leaders, People with disabilities, Produce dealers,…
Members of Parliament on the Committee on Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries have decried continued encroachment of government ranches by individuals. The Vice Chairperson of the Committee, Hon. Akugizibwe Lawrence said there is increased grabbing of the land especially in the Ankole region and urged government to intervene and solve the problem. “The biggest problem is the issue of land grabbing and squatters that are using the ranches and its treated water to feed and water their animals,” Akugizibwe said. The committee made these observations during an oversight field visit to monitor and assess the situation of Ruhengyere, Nshaara and…
As part of the Commission’s mandate to coordinate and collaborate with relevant national and international organisations and safeguard the interests of consumers and operators, in matters relating to communication, the Commission has partnered with FIRST (global Forum for Incident Response Teams) to host a technical cybersecurity training. The training five-day training taking place at the UCC Conference hall in Bugolobi started today Monday 13th May 2019 and will end on Friday 17th May 2019 having covered different thematic areas that include advanced persistent threat detection and protection which will help operators to protect critical communication infrastructure adequately. The training will…
In bid to strengthen and reshape engineering in Africa, all is set for the prestigious FIDIC-GAMA conference from 12th to 14th May at Kampala Serena Hotel in Kampala, Uganda. FIDIC-GAMA is a critical regional gathering and networking event providing a forum for engineers, contractors, government officials, private investors, funding agencies, construction equipment and material suppliers to discuss and tackle infrastructure development issues in a continental context. The conference draws 100s of attendees and is rocked by social events like dinners, galas, exhibitions among other. FIDIC-GAMA 2019 is the 26th annual conference and being held in Uganda for the 3rd time.…
Four secondary schools from across Uganda have emerged finalists of this year’s Stanbic National Schools Championship that has been running since February. The four were unveiled at a 6 day boot camp held in Gayaza High School this week. They include Nyakasura School from Western region, St Mary’s College, Kisubi from Central region, Holy Cross View SSS from Eastern region and St Mary’s College, Aboke from the Northern region. The finalists will present their businesses before a panel of judges at the championship finale in July where the winner will walk away with numerous prizes for their school including a…
The Speaker of Parliament, Rebecca Kadaga has pledged to support the activities of the Busoga Tourism Queens in growing the pageantry and tourism in the region. Kadaga said that supporting Miss Tourism in Busoga would boost the image of the sub-region. “I am in full support of the work and all the activities of Miss Tourism because we need people to come visit our tourist attractions in Busoga,” she added. Kadaga said this while responding to the request of the Tourism pageants from Busoga region led by Miss Uganda, Quiin Abenakyo and Ruth Kitamirike, Queen of Tourism, Busoga 2019. Kitamirike…
Proudly showing off their child, Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, said their son has the “sweetest temperament.” “It’s magic, it’s pretty amazing. I mean I have the two best guys in the world. So I’m really happy,” the Duchess of Sussex gushed. “He’s just been the dream so it’s been a special couple of days.” Prince Harry cradled his newborn son as the pair appeared in front of the media.Pool Prince Harry said becoming a parent was “amazing” as he cradled his son in his arms. “We’re just so thrilled to have our bundle of joy. We’re looking forward to…
The Government of South Sudan has established a committee to verify the Ugandan traders claiming compensation for supplying goods to South Sudan before and after the 2013 civil war. This was revealed by South Sudan’s Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, Goc Makauc Mayol, on Monday, 06 May 2019, in a meeting with Ugandan Members of Parliament. “Our direction is now clear; the three ministries have agreed to form a committee to look into issues of traders. The Ministry of Defence has already submitted its representatives, and ours will be ready today, ” said Makauc. Makauc added that, “the committee…
The ministry of education and sports Last month released the long awaited 2018 Grade III Teacher’s Certificate in Primary Teacher Education (PTE) examination results. In an event held at the Office of the President Conference hall in Kampala, Rukungiri Primary Teachers College, Canon Apollo Core Primary Teachers College (Kabarole) Mukujju Core Primary Teachers College (Tororo) emerged as top three countrywide. Bushenyi Primary Teachers College and Bulera Primary Teachers College followed respectively taking the third and fourth positions. Since inception, this becomes the first time Tororo district based Mukujju Core Primary Teachers College is appearing among the overall best performers, something…