Author: The Standard Editor

By Gertrude Ainembabazi At just 26 years old, Simon Niwamanya, popularly known among peers as “General,” has carved out a reputation as a youth leader, preacher, and social advocate. A second-year Divinity student at Uganda Christian University (UCU), Niwamanya’s story is one of faith, leadership, and service to others. His journey began at Bishop Ogez High School in Bushenyi District, where he earned his now-famous nickname. “I was in charge of general duties for six years,” he says. “That is how I came to be called General.” It was during his time in secondary school that Niwamanya began working with…

Uganda Christian University (UCU) has relocated a section of businesses from its campus business village, citing a long-term rehabilitation plan.

Uganda Christian University (UCU) Lady Cardinals registered their first preseason win by a 1-0 win over South Sudanese Women’s League champions Yei Joint Stars FC on August 20, 2025, at the UCU Old Pitch in Mukono.

“The first phase of this magnificent chapel is projected to cost UGX 3.5 billion, and we are optimistic that, with collective support, the project will steadily progress,” Mugawe noted.

Prof. Aaron Mushengyezi the Vice Chancellor of Uganda Christian University (UCU) has pledged 50 million Uganda shillings towards the Church of Uganda (COU) All Clergy Conference being held at the university’s main pitch. Mushengyezi made this gesture as he gave his opening remarks at the conference, which has welcomed more than 3000 clergymen from all 39 Protestant dioceses of the country. 

He emphasized the need for a mission-driven mindset that adds value to institutions and communities:

From commanding leadership in goal to creativity in midfield and composure in defence, these four players will be the heartbeat of a team determined to make their mark on home soil.

We just need to take the lessons we’ve learnt and look a bit better next time round. Right now, we need to look at the highest we can finish.”

Research from the University of Toronto shows that most respondents find ChatGPT to be more compassionate than humans in similar situations. 

Fashion is a statement that not many people are bold enough to make. Just like the famous Coco Chanel once said – ‘I don’t do fashion. I am fashion.” Today, we speak with Jonathan Edgar Kasule,  a Bachelor of Data Science student in his second year, about his fashion that he calls cool and modern.