A petition has been filed at the Guild Tribunal at Uganda Christian University (UCU) alleging the misuse of the guild funds by the 26th Guild Government’s Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Nassozi Gelda. The petition was filed by students Edgar Okitoi, Andrew Marvin Kinobere, and Abraham Elomabani, who are represented by KEA Advocates on August 8th.
A total of 320 graduates from Uganda Christian University’s (UCU) School of Law have been denied admission to the Law Development Centre (LDC) for the upcoming intake. This exclusion poses a significant setback for these aspiring lawyers, as one cannot become a court advocate in Uganda without passing the LDC bar course.
Tragedy struck Yesu Mulunji Hostel when the lifeless body of Lillian Kampi, a second year nursing student (BNS2) at Uganda Christian University, was found in her room on September 9. Kampi’s body was discovered after fellow hostel residents reported a foul smell emanating from her room, prompting the management to break in and investigate.
In an effort to alleviate the tuition burdens faced by students at Uganda Christian University (UCU) Kampala campus, the institution is organising a Coffee and Paint fundraising event. Scheduled for September 18th and 19th, the event aims to provide financial support to students struggling with tuition fees at both the UCU Kampala campus and the School of Medicine and Dentistry.
In a ceremony held last week on 6 September Uganda Christian University’s (UCU) Vice Chancellor, Prof. Aaron Mushengyezi and the UCU top officials,officially handed over the new School of Journalism faculty building to the Dean of the School of Journalism, Prof. Monica Chibita.
Top educators from Uganda Christian University (UCU) and Makerere University joined a distinguished gathering of academics from across Africa at a groundbreaking conference on media and e-learning, held from August 12-14 at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS) in Blantyre.
With this win, the Lady Canons are just two games away from clinching the championship, while the Dolphins face a must-win situation in Game Three on Sunday to keep their title defence hopes alive.
UCU’s dominance on the boards, out-rebounding JKL 56-49, was crucial, especially as the Lady Dolphins mounted a late surge in the game. Despite the Dolphins’ efforts, the Lady Cats maintained their lead and secured the win.
Njangali was ordained as the first female deacon in East Africa on September 10, 1973. This outraged a number of lay people and priests who believed it not biblical to ordain a woman. Although she was never fully priested, her ordination broke the ecclesiastical glass ceiling, paving the way for future generations of women in ministry, and in 1983, Bishop Festo Kivengere of Kigezi ordained three women as priests.
Many people will agree that succeeding in today’s workplace has advanced beyond having mere academic qualifications and these days, employers seek more than just academic credentials.
“The commission of URA will send a team to inspect and confirm that this income is not for profit-making but is used to invest back into service of the community, after which the exemption will be granted,”
During the most recent health awareness week, held from June 30 to July 4, at Uganda Christian University (UCU), the university collaborated with the Ministry of Health, the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI), and USAID Local Partner Health Services tuberculosis (TB) Activity (LPHS) to increase TB awareness and prevention within the university community.
When tragedy struck and he lost his father in 2021, his mother, Harriet Nabwire, assumed full responsibility for the family’s financial support. The second of five children, Lowkii, shares that the void left by his father’s passing made life difficult.
From the moment Mutono Brian joined Uganda Christian University (UCU) as a student, he unknowingly began working towards an award that didn’t exist. That award, based on peer selection, was started in 2024.
Uganda Christian University’s (UCU) Emily Comfort Maractho was promoted to Associate Professor in Media Studies in May 2024, six years after becoming a senior lecturer. She views this as an acknowledgment of her achievements in the fields of media, communication, and development.
“As an international student from Somalia, I used to struggle to write essays and tasks. The Writing Center has helped me develop my skills in essay writing, research methodologies, and dissertations. They offered individual feedback on my work, including advice on proper formatting and directions. Weekly lessons aimed to improve my grammar and fluency, which greatly
Professor Angella Napakol, the newly appointed Director of Academic Affairs at Uganda Christian University (UCU), has taken on a pivotal role with a clear mission – to uphold and enhance the quality of academic services at the institution. Known for her unwavering dedication to
Uganda Christian University (UCU) has a longstanding commitment to improving student writing skills, a crucial part of the university’s academic fabric. This commitment is embodied in the UCU Writing Center, which, since its inception in 2022, has played a pivotal role in
Accommodation is one of the basic components in a student’s academic journey. Over the years the Uganda Christian University (UCU), accommodation industry has transformed. The once small number of hostels has expanded into a booming and
Reaching the top among 1,159 students at Uganda Christian University (UCU) was no walk in the park for Sarah Nsereko. With a Grade-Point Average of 4.72 out of 5.0, she received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and beat other students’ academic standing at the July
Cohabitation is a trend that seems to be growing at Uganda Christian University (UCU), a quick basic survey we did, shows. University students are increasingly opting to cohabit, a practice that they say offers both convenience and companionship. However, this trend has raised concerns amongst various people within the institution. While some see it as a pragmatic solution to high living costs and a way to strengthen relationships, others warn of the potential academic and social pitfalls.
On Saturday, April 20, Uganda Christian University’s UCU Lady Cardinals and Cardinals played at UCU Grounds and Lugogo, respectively. Our Cardinals gave it their all in the fight for the championship
Science & Tech
“The release of ChatGPT by OpenAI on 30th November 2022 was a game-changer for me. It boosted my productivity and learning efficiency, allowing me to balance two jobs and my studies,” said Joshua Jasper Agaba, on his X account (formerly Twitter) in celebration of his attainment of a first class Honors Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Agaba is a recent graduate of the Faculty of Engineering, Design and from Technology at Uganda Christian University (UCU).
The 2024 Federation of Uganda Basketball Association (FUBA) Women’s National Basketball League finals will once again see the UCU Lady Canons face off against the JKL Lady Dolphins, reigniting a 2022 NBL final thriller.
However, the second half proved challenging for the Lady Canons as their performance dipped, allowing the Rangers to claw back into the game.
Lady Canons set the tone early, leading 24–15 by the end of the first quarter. They continued to build on their lead throughout the game, showcasing their depth and resilience.
After the game, Canons’ head coach Nicholas Natuhereza praised his team’s performance but cautioned them to stay focused.
The FUBA National Basketball League has released the fixtures for the 2024 playoffs, setting the stage for the battle to crown this year’s champions.
The UCU Lady Canons completed the regular season with a victory against the KIU Rangers in the university derby.
Shakira Nanvubya was instrumental on the day, dropping a game-high of 20 points to inspire
Shillah Lamunu was instrumental in the game, recording a double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds.
It was a close contest from the get-go as the Canons came out of the kiln, creating a one-point (18-17) lead at the end of the first quarter.
In the first round, the Panthers won the game 69-65 in yet another close-contested game. The Canons suffered their eighth loss of the campaign in 18 games played.
It was a really thrilling experience of a Friday night basketball game, as both were emphatic on the offense, keeping the fans on their feet all throughout the game.
UCU Canons will lock horns with Namuwongo Blazers tonight in the National Basketball League at Lugogo Indoor Arena in Kampala.
UCU Lady Canons secured a well-deserved 105-22 victory against Kampala University in the National Basketball League at YMCA Court, Wandegeya.