3rd June in Uganda is celebrated as Martyrs’ Day, when we remember a group of young Christians who died for their faith in Namugongo. We honor them for their faith and belief in Jesus Christ. As this day draws closer, we see many people walking from long distances to Namugongo in a bid to celebrate this day. The pilgrims come not only from Uganda but from Africa and the rest of the world. We spoke to some students about the significance of this day in their lives, and this is what they had to say.

Uganda Christian University (UCU) is organizing special training for Grade 3 and Grade 5 teachers in mission schools within the church of Uganda province, to enable them attain degrees. This was revealed during a one-day workshop for chaplains in the Mukono Diocese. 

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has returned to push the School of Business programs to become more professional with a globally recognized accreditation.

In the recent presidential address on the state of the economy, held on May 22, 2022, the president said subsidizing taxes on essential commodities is highly unlikely. What is your view on the escalating prices of commodities in relation to the address?