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Give Your Network Something to Work With: Key Takeaways from the ASAMU Final Session
It was a day of hearty conversations with my mentorship cohort for 2026 courtesy of Accounting Students Association of Makerere University (ASAMU) as we held the final session following 6 […] More
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The Life And Legacy of Lapwony Micheal Ocan Review
“When I first Lapwony (Mwalimu) Micheal [Ocan], he struck me as being quiet and reserved, even, withdrawn. However, it soon became clear to me he was keenly listening and contemplating. […] More
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TRANSITING FROM UNIVERSITY TO TEAM SCIENCES LEARNING CENTER TOWARD THE 22nd CENTURY: AVOIDING THE TIMBUKTU PHENOMENON
Abstract This article critically examines the trajectory of the university as an institution of higher learning, arguing that its current disciplinary and multidisciplinary structures serve as roadblocks to the unity […] More
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DEFENDING THE HUMANITIES: COMEDY AND MUSIC AS WEAPONS OF MASS LIBERATION
Abstract This article posits that comedy and music are not ephemeral entertainments but foundational instruments of holistic liberation. Drawing on the 5-Dimensional Knowledge Production Framework and the 4-Dimensional Environmental Framework, […] More
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KNOWLEDGE PRODUCTION TOWARDS THE 22ND CENTURY AND BEYOND: FROM “PUBLISH OR PERISH” TO “INTEGRATE OR PERISH”
The Core Message “Publish or Perish” fragments knowledge, erodes complexity, and alienates universities from society. “Integrate or Perish” synthesises knowledge, honours complexity, and reconnects academia with human flourishing. The choice […] More
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in Career and Employment, Education and Academia, Innovation, Science and Technology, Self-help and Inspiration
My motivation to join the 10X Program was strengthened by the inspiring stories of Refactory alumni
A personal reflection on digital learning, growth, confidence, and opportunity By [Nyangoma Julia] In today’s world, digital skills are no longer optional. They have become an important part of education, […] More
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in Education and Academia, Parenting & ChildcareWhy is it crucial to pay attention to early childhood development
The Government of Uganda put in place an ECD Policy that is the overarching framework for all practitioners on matters of Early Childhood Care and Development. The key tenets of […] More
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in Business and Entrepreneurship, Education and Academia, Fashion and BeautyIntroducing Zziwa Hair Academy (ZHA)
Today I have some important news to share about a project we are rolling out at Zziwa Hair Studio. We’re launching a hair academy under which we will be training […] More
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in Business and Entrepreneurship, Community & Opinion, Education and Academia, Environment & Climate, Music and Dance, Politics and Government, Sports and FitnessReview Of The National Youth Manifesto 2021 – 2026
The age of our nation is obvious. We are a young nation. That come with both massive opportunity for growth and innovation but due to how youth are perceived in […] More
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in Education and Academia, Environment & Climate, Religion and SpiritualityLessons from geography. The earth, time zones and it's lithosphere .
I’ll start here; being unable to work out how the earth is connected by magnets, the south and north poles. It has also left my understanding famished how the earth […] More
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in Education and Academia, Politics and GovernmentEducation Sector in crisis with CBC “O” and “A” level transitioning
“Education Ministry in crisis as old curriculum ends,” THE INDEPENDENT, February 15, 2024: CITATION: “Kampala, Uganda….Learners who sat the Uganda Certificate of Education under the old curriculum will be granted […] More
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Free Financial Literacy Program helps Ugandan women market vendors get money smart
In the development world, Women’s Empowerment, Gender Equality, and Financial Inclusion are three big buzz words that often come up. Access to financial and social assets is a key contributing […] More
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in Community & Opinion, Education and AcademiaWe shouldn’t let philosophy die in Uganda
One of the oldest disciplines in formal education is philosophy. Most other disciplines are known to have been birthed by philosophy. It is partly in recognition/acknowledgement of the fact that […] More
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in Education and Academia, History & Heritage, Identity & CultureThe Beginnings of Sir Edward Muteesa II Museum in Makerere University
“Mak honours Muteesa II with Museum” by Dorothy Naggita, Daily Monitor, Thursday, February 22, 2024: CITATION: “Makerere University has bestowed majestic honour on its alumnus, former Buganda King Edward Frederick Mutesa […] More
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in Education and Academia, Family, Friends and Relationships, History & Heritage, Religion and SpiritualityREMEMBERING REV. SR. VERONICA LANDONIO (1923-2021), IN MEMORIAM
On Saturday, March 20, some Old boys of Bishop Angelo Negri Primary and College schools came together to pay tribute to their former headmistress, Sr. Veronica Landonio. They were joined […] More
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in Education and Academia, War and ConflictThe fading future
Fading Futures of children and youth In Westnile a region hosting many refuges, teenagers cling to the hope of completing their studies and archiving their career of having a bright […] More
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in Education and Academia, Writing and LiteratureTelling of God’s Work – The Story of Brother Joseph Tinkasimire
When we arrived at SMACK for S.1, I knew that the headmaster was Brother Joseph Tinkasimire but I didn’t know what he looked like. So, when a portly tough-talking Brother, […] More
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in Business and Entrepreneurship, Community & Opinion, Education and Academia, Sports and FitnessKyambogo Rubgy vs URU, CURA & Victoria Sharks. A Test of Integrity for Ugandan Rugby
By Musanjufu Benjamin Kavubu Kampala, Uganda – January 8th, 2025 Reflecting on the events of the 2024 Central League, a year now past, I am still grappling with the profound […] More






















