Opinion

Biogas technology, derived from organic materials like agricultural residues and organic waste, is a vital renewable energy source in the global pursuit of sustainability. It supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), by reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, enhancing energy access, and promoting circular economies. The biogas demonstration plant at Uganda Christian University (UCU) exemplifies how localised efforts can advance these goals, encouraging community engagement and amplifying global impact.

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Even with its strengths, traditional parenting can sometimes feel too strict for children today. Too many rules may limit children’s ability to express themselves, and they might find it hard to openly share their feelings. Additionally, some traditional ideas may seem outdated and not fit well in today’s fast-changing world.

In most African homes however, when people are asked to regulate how much responsibility to give to a child, they think the children are being lazy. The pressure to be perfect fronts every decision they are about to make. It has to be spotless since those after them are watching and could pick a leaf. Not many really make an effort to check up on them. 

How attentive are we to the well-being of those around us? Do we notice subtle changes in behavior that might indicate someone is struggling? More importantly, do you create an environment where individuals feel safe to confide in you when they encounter inevitable life challenges?

Birungi’s government has been criticised for being inaccessible. Even though open days are held, student turnout is low. In  today’s digital age, effective communication is crucial; yet students have reported being allegedly blocked from the guild president’s social media accounts. I have suffered this fate too. 

“Before I came to UCU, I had this image that it was a strict school with tight rules and regulations. My friends even said it was more like boarding school, but I didn’t mind. Deep down, I loved everything about UCU because I wanted to come out as a well-rounded lady—someone of value and substance to society—and I knew I could find that at UCU.

Life beyond the university walls can be exciting, but it will also present new difficulties. In the professional realm, the stakes are often higher. You will face competition, expectations, and the pressures of navigating your career path. The transition will not be easy.

Social media serves as an extension of our CVs, reflecting not only our professional accomplishments but also our values, behaviour, and personality. In today’s competitive job market, employers increasingly use social media as a supplementary screening tool. And so what we choose to share can either bolster our credibility or undermine it entirely. It is essential to curate our online presence deliberately, ensuring that our posts align with our aspirations and how we wish to be perceived by others.