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OpenAI’s new model doesn’t just answer questions—it codes, plans, and makes decisions. With 700 million weekly users, its impact could reshape work, education, and everyday life worldwide.

Millions have turned to ChatGPT for late-night confessions, relationship advice, and mental health support. But new legal developments show those conversations may not stay private—and could even end up in court.

Artificial intelligence is no longer something we summon with a voice command or find in hidden menus. It’s now baked into the tools we use every day—from your desktop and phone to the photo albums on your screen. Microsoft’s Copilot can see your apps and help in real-time. Google is letting users turn still photos into anime videos with a tap. Apple, after pulling back, is reintroducing AI-powered news summaries—this time with warnings. This isn’t just about convenience. It’s about a shift in how we live with technology. AI is no longer the future. It’s the interface.

In a small lab in Kampala, 11 Makerere University students are rewriting Africa’s scientific future. With a mission to combat hunger and climate change, they’ve engineered bacteria to produce vital nutrients and reduce carbon emissions—and they’re taking this breakthrough to the world stage in Paris. But their biggest hurdle now? Getting there.

In a bold step toward a more inclusive digital future, visually impaired Ugandans are mastering computer skills—and leading the charge to bridge the tech divide. At a graduation ceremony held at UICT, graduates of the ICBVI program weren’t just handed certificates; they were handed the tools to rewrite Uganda’s digital future for millions living with disabilities.

Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) are becoming increasingly popular among Ugandan university students, particularly in institutions like Makerere University. While affordability and accessibility drive usage, experts warn that overuse may lead to serious health complications, including infertility and hormonal imbalances. A recent study highlights the urgent need for improved reproductive health education and peer-led initiatives to bridge knowledge gaps.

The United States’ withdrawal from the Paris Agreement under President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves across the globe, but its impact is especially severe in vulnerable regions like Africa. Uganda, which relies heavily on international climate funding to achieve its 24.7% emission reduction target by 2030, now faces uncertainty in financing crucial environmental projects. The loss of U.S. leadership and funding threatens Uganda’s agriculture sector, a critical part of the economy employing over 70% of the population, while increasing the risks of food insecurity and climate-related disasters.

KAMPALA: Thousands of mourners from diverse walks of life gathered at the newly constructed Mbogo Mosque in Kawempe North constituency…

A new report, Pathways to Prosperity for Adolescent Girls in Africa, highlights the immense potential of investing in adolescent girls, particularly in Uganda and across sub-Saharan Africa. With over half of African girls aged 15 to 19 out of school, married, or raising children, targeted interventions in education, health, and economic opportunities could generate over $2.4 trillion in economic gains by 2040. By addressing gender-based violence, reducing education costs, and equipping girls with market-aligned skills, policymakers have the chance to transform lives, communities, and economies. Investing in girls is not just a moral imperative but a key to Africa’s growth.

Ugandan scholar and human rights advocate Dr. Jimmy Spire Ssentongo has become a powerful voice against corruption. From his incisive cartoons to groundbreaking campaigns like the Kampala Pothole Exhibition and #UgandaHealthExhibition, Ssentongo has mobilized Ugandans to demand accountability. Named a U.S. Department of State Global Anti-Corruption Champion, he continues to challenge entrenched vices, even as threats to his safety mount. His resilience and activism embody hope for a more just and equitable Uganda.