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17 July 2026, 6:25 pm
Victoria university launches 100 Rajiv memorial master’s scholarships
By Ronald Ssemagonja Victoria University has announced 100 fully funded Master’s scholarships in memory of the late Rajiv Ruparelia to support outstanding graduates from the University’s Class of 2025. The Rajiv Memorial Scholarships Programme, funded by the Ruparelia Family Foundation,…
7 July 2026, 11:29 am
Makerere launches five-year research strategy to boost global competitiveness
By Ronald Ssemagonja Makerere University has launched a new five-year strategic plan aimed at strengthening research, expanding international partnerships, and increasing knowledge generation to support Uganda’s development and address global challenges. Launched under the theme, “Optimising the University’s Research Potential…
9 June 2026, 10:09 am
Heroes Day instills patriotism and national values among learners, says headteac…
By Ronald Ssemagonja As Uganda marks Heroes Day today, education stakeholders have emphasised the importance of the occasion in nurturing patriotism and national values among learners. Heroes Day is commemorated annually to recognise and honour both living and deceased Ugandans…
29 May 2026, 12:44 pm
UNEB extends candidate registration deadline for 2026 national examinations
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Executive Director of the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), Mr Dan Odongo, has briefed the media on the ongoing registration of candidates for the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and Uganda Advanced…
28 April 2026, 4:34 pm
Homisdallen schools proprietor laid to rest as parents push for holiday lessons
By Ronald Ssemagonja The proprietor of Homisdallen Schools, Kizito Mukalazi, has been laid to rest at his ancestral home in Semuto, Wakiso District. During a church service held yesterday at Christianity Focus Centre in Mengo-Kisenyi, Kiganda Zone (LCI), Kampala, mourners…
21 April 2026, 11:00 am
Meera Ruparelia joins Victoria University Council following brother’s death
By Ronald Ssemagonja Following the death of Rajiv Ruparelia, who served on the Council of Victoria University representing the Board of Directors, the position remained vacant until a few days ago when his sister, Ms Meera Ruparelia, assumed the role…
2 April 2026, 10:22 am
Minister Muyingo urges parents to support vocational education
By Edwin Okurmu Kisa The State Minister for Higher Education, John Chrysostom Muyingo, has urged parents to encourage their children to enrol in vocational and technical institutions to acquire practical skills that can help them secure employment and become self-reliant.…
17 March 2026, 10:33 am
Mukono schools celebrate UACE results, credit hard work and discipline
By Ronald Ssemagonja Schools in Mukono District have expressed gratitude to God following the strong performance of their learners in the recently released Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examinations. The results, released last week by the Minister of Education…
13 March 2026, 1:19 pm
Janet Museveni releases 2025 UACE results as female candidates outperform males
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, has today released the 2025 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education results at State House Nakasero in Kampala. A total of 166,400 candidates registered for the examinations, compared to 141,996…
8 March 2026, 2:41 pm
Victoria University Vice-Chancellor praises women on International Women’s Day
By Ronald Ssemagonja Professor Lawrence Muganga, Vice-Chancellor of Victoria University, has celebrated the invaluable role of women in society during today’s International Women’s Day event at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Scaling Up Investments to…