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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?

With just four days until the 91st Makerere Guild Elections, candidates took the stage in a high-stakes presidential debate filled with bold manifestos, passionate speeches, and shocking endorsements. The event saw NRM’s Mpamize Rwamigamba withdraw and back John Baptist Rukundo, sparking heated reactions from students. Meanwhile, candidates like Basalirwa Ismail, Job Mugabe, and Churchill Ssentamu made strong cases for leadership, addressing key issues like student welfare, tuition policies, and campus facilities. As tensions rise, students now face a crucial decision—who will lead Makerere’s next Guild?

A new report by the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) reveals troubling conditions in Uganda’s hospitality sector. Workers earn just 31% of a living wage, with women making even less at 27%. Many endure 12-14 hour shifts with no overtime pay, lack employment contracts, and have no health insurance or pension. Despite the booming tourism industry, hospitality employees remain trapped in financial insecurity. Can policy reforms fix this broken system?

Uganda is facing a disturbing rise in student suicides, with recent reports revealing that 20% of teenagers in some schools have contemplated taking their own lives. Mental Health Uganda recorded 1,023 cases of suicidal ideation in 2024 alone, with academic pressure, bullying, and family instability among the leading causes. Experts are calling for urgent reforms, including decriminalizing suicide and integrating mental health support into schools.

Uganda Police has issued a public warning about a growing WhatsApp hijacking scam targeting mobile users. Fraudsters, using Kenyan phone numbers, are tricking victims into giving up verification codes, locking them out of their accounts, and sending fake money requests to their contacts. The suspects—identified as Dr. Howell Kirui, Dominic Kosek, Ezra, and Kibet Kinandet—persuade victims to send money, promising large payouts via MTN and Safaricom. Law enforcement urges users to enable two-step verification, ignore suspicious messages, and report fraud cases immediately.