Author: The Standard Editor

At six months, my mother noticed a peculiar swelling on the lower part of my tiny back. It quickly grew into a huge sac and prompted a rush to the hospital. Following tests, the doctor determined I had spina bifida, a birth defect in which the spine and spinal cord don’t form properly.  The National Institutes of Health reports up to 10 of every 1,000 babies have it. An estimated 1,400 children are born with spina bifida annually in Uganda.

Speaking to The Standard, UCU sports tutor Sam Lukaire revealed that they will shift attention to next season and see how to improve the team.

Procrastination is the tendency to unnecessarily postpone an activity that one ought to carry out.

There is a drumbeat of change ringing throughout Africa’s media landscape. I think it’s high time the continent witnesses what is emerging, a surge in digital connectivity and a growing appetite for local, authentic information. 

“The university shall remain closed for the dates of 9–10 May to allow staff and students to travel to their respective census enumeration locations; services like Allan Galpin Health Center, Janani Luwum Dining, and Security shall remain operational.” The memo stated

If given all the desired support, the University football league stands a chance of creating a culture that has the potential to be the best foundation for football identity and fan base development.

“No mother or child should die or be harmed due to preventable childbirth-related complications: a role of multidisciplinary professionals.” 

Since the one-all draw against Kampala Queens on Saturday, March 30, the Lady Cardinals have lost three straight games.

” We had a lot of chances but did not do enough to convert our chances.” Coach Francis Oketayot said.

For many university courses, students are expected to engage in internships or have work placements as one requirement for the award of their degree. Pauline Luba of the UCU School of Journalism gleaned information from some key university staff, an employer/alum and two students to learn how students should conduct themselves in the world of work, especially during internships. UCU Law alum, Chris Mogal, created a video to reinforce the message, including how to avoid harrassment.