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In the heart of Kampala’s busiest neighborhoods, vendors sell gas cylinders in the open sun—often without licenses, shelters, or training. Beneath the city’s hustle lies a silent threat: improperly stored LPG cylinders that could turn deadly. Experts warn the risk is real, and unless regulation, education, and enforcement improve, tragedy is just a spark away.

A storm is brewing at Makerere University after the International Students’ Union raised objections to the appointment of their Guild Minister. Despite electing their own representative, the union says their choice was sidelined in favor of another nominee, triggering questions over student representation and constitutional rights.

The European Union and UNICEF have launched a new €23 million Cashplus Programme under the Gender for Development Uganda (G4DU) initiative to support 5,000 vulnerable girls across seven districts in Northern Uganda. The initiative targets girls facing socio-economic challenges and aims to ensure they complete secondary education through financial aid, mentorship, and inclusive community support.

Kampala, Uganda—March 28, 2025 – As the clock ticks down to 2030, Africa stands at a critical juncture in its…

Despite having just 4% of the world’s vehicles, Africa accounts for nearly a quarter of all road traffic deaths. The Africa Status Report on Road Safety 2025 reveals how poor infrastructure, weak enforcement, underreporting, and inadequate emergency care continue to make African roads among the most dangerous globally—particularly for pedestrians, motorcyclists, and men aged 18–59.

In Uganda, the first 28 days of life are a fight for survival. While progress has been made, 22 out of every 1,000 babies don’t make it past their first month. “Proper neonatal nutrition fuels survival, brain development, and long-term health,” says Dr. Sarah Namulondo. But with 26% of children under five stunted and 4% wasted, far too many newborns still miss out on the nutrients they need to thrive.

Nabwire Rose has made history as the 28th Guild President of Makerere University Business School (MUBS), becoming the second woman to ever hold the position. Her victory—secured through an independent run—signals a shift in student leadership and a growing call for inclusive, student-centered governance.

Uganda’s private security sector is playing an increasingly vital role in maintaining law and order, filling critical gaps in public policing. At the TUPSA Annual General Meeting, security leaders and police officials highlighted the industry’s impact, regulatory hurdles, and calls for government support. As demand for private security services rises, is Uganda ready for a new era of public-private security collaboration?

Ssentamu Churchill James has defied expectations to become Makerere University’s 91st Guild President. After losing the NUP primaries, Churchill ran as an independent and clinched victory, proving that student-driven campaigns can challenge political party dominance. His leadership promises a new era of independent governance at Uganda’s top university.

Uganda’s education system is undergoing a major transformation with UNEB’s competency-based curriculum, shifting from rote memorization to real-world skill development. Under the new system, project-based learning is now mandatory, and students who fail to complete their projects will not receive their Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE). With a focus on critical thinking, innovation, and community engagement, the reforms promise to better prepare learners for the future, but challenges remain in teacher training, infrastructure, and equitable access to resources. Can this bold shift truly reshape Uganda’s education landscape?