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If anyone had been in the shoes of Abaliwano Yvette, chances are he/she would have made the same career decision. Yvette, a student of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at the Uganda Christian University (UCU) School of Medicine (SoM), is surrounded by medical professionals at her home.

Since her father’s passing, Namiiro’s mother has been the sole breadwinner, making it difficult for her to support Namiiro and her siblings. Although Namiiro had no hopes of continuing her education after completing her senior year vacation due to her humble background, her mother encouraged her to enroll in university, and they searched for possible ways to pay for her tuition.

By January 28, 2023, Uganda had registered 170,328 cases of coronavirus. Of those, 3,630 had died. Florence Bwanika is part of that tragic statistic. Bwanika, a renowned veterinary doctor and academic, succumbed to the pandemic on January 17, 2021, the time Uganda was just shaking itself off the first wave of the pandemic. Uganda later had the second wave of the virus, which was more deadly.

The Janani Luwum Dining Hall is a renowned landmark on campus, known for its lively atmosphere. It can accommodate over 400 people at once, with an open-plan design that creates a warm and inviting environment. The walls are adorned with bright colors and decorations that give the hall a lively and upbeat ambiance. The furniture is both comfortable and sturdy, providing a perfect setting for students to enjoy their meals.

Arthurton Kukundakwe lost both of his parents when he was just two years old and was taken in by his uncle Zaddock and wife Irene Tumuhimbise. Growing up in their care provided a nurturing and secure environment for him to pursue his dreams, culminating in his current position as the State Attorney of Nakaseke District in Central Uganda.