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30 April 2025, 13:44
Over 180 illiterate women in Kamuli can now read and write
By Ali Lukoma Over 180 women received their certificates in various fields, particularly literacy, where they gained knowledge in reading and writing. According to Mr. Mwogereza Richard, the Chief Executive Director of THE VINE, a non-governmental organisation supporting young children…
30 April 2025, 7:28 am
Uganda marks international education day, highlights role of AI systems
By Ronald Ssemagonja The President of the Republic of Uganda, Yoweri Museveni, has reaffirmed that free education for all remains the government’s policy and raised concerns about headteachers who continue to charge parents in government schools. He made the remarks…
27 April 2025, 7:38 am
Ngai school student dies in stampede after battery explosion
By Eman Yonah Oruk A tragic incident occurred at Ngai Senior Secondary School in Oyam district on 25th April 2025, claiming the life of Senior One student Immaculate Ayo. The event unfolded when a phone battery exploded inside one of…
27 April 2025, 12:37 am
Oyam security blames Ngai school battery explosion on admin lapses
By Eman Yonah Oruk The security fraternity in Oyam has blamed the explosion of a phone battery at Ngai Secondary School on alleged indiscipline and the headteacher’s failure to engage in recent district patriotism activities. This was revealed earlier today…
23 April 2025, 5:05 pm
Canon Moses Ogwal urges parents and students to use the holiday wisely
By Sarah Ejang and Alphonse Odur As the first term holiday of 2025 approaches, Canon Moses Ogwal, the esteemed head teacher of Namasale Technical School in Amolatar and the clan head of Otek-Olima-Kwanga, has taken the opportunity to deliver an…
18 April 2025, 3:36 pm
Gulu west division headteachers receive digital gadgets for smart city transitio…
By Joyce Adokorach Twenty government-aided schools’ headteachers, including the Gulu City Inspector of Schools, have received digital gadgets such as iPads, tablets, and digital notebooks in recognition of their efforts and support for pupils at the various schools they lead.…
18 April 2025, 9:23 am
Lira University to host 1st annual research, entrepreneurship & innovation c…
By Sarah Ejang Lira, Uganda – The Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza, is set to grace the inaugural Annual Research Dissemination, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation Exhibition Conference at Lira University, scheduled for April 23-25, 2025,…
14 April 2025, 3:53 PM
Farming and trade draw learners away from classrooms in Agago
By Freeman Canogura Obolokome Primary School in Kaka Aminingo village, Agengo parish, Agengo sub county, Agago district, is experiencing a significant decline in pupil attendance, as more children abandon classrooms to assist their families with farming and small-scale trade. A…
13 April 2025, 11:35 am
Kyadondo SS holds its 2025 MDD house competitions with strong precautions
By Ronald Ssemagonja As part of discovering talent and building confidence in students, Kyadondo Secondary School in Matuga, Kilyagonjo, Wakiso district, held its Music, Dance, and Drama (MDD) competitions today, with students from various houses taking part. The headteacher of…
12 April 2025, 10:51 am
“Avoid tattoos and maintain maximum discipline,” Captain Mukula advi…
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors at Uganda Aviation Academy, Captain Mike Mukula, has urged aviation graduates to uphold the discipline they acquired during their training and to avoid tattoos on their bodies. This was…