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Information Communication Technology (ICT) experts have advised Computing and Technology Engineering students at Uganda Christian University (UCU) to embrace postgraduate ICT certification programs as a way to help them stand out from the job-seeking crowds.

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X, formerly known as Twitter, has introduced a new feature called X Handle Marketplace, allowing users to buy inactive or dormant usernames. The feature, rolled out on October 20, 2025, is available to Premium+ and Premium Business subscribers.

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

The Google Pixel 9 series, released in 2024, continues Google’s tradition of blending cutting-edge hardware with powerful AI-driven software. The series includes the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. According to Kakande Lamar of Fix it Uganda, each phone offers unique features but shares the same core functionalities that make Pixel phones standout.

“I think the most significant upgrade which  I am excited about is the size, especially for the pro models, because most of the features are small improvements that are relative to the previous models,” he says, adding, “ When it comes to size, someone can tell they are holding the latest iphone because it’s going to be huge and  also the AI Features, I really can’t wait for the official release,”

“The release of ChatGPT by OpenAI on 30th November 2022 was a game-changer for me. It boosted my productivity and learning efficiency, allowing me to balance two jobs and my studies,” said Joshua Jasper Agaba, on his X account (formerly Twitter) in celebration of his attainment of a first class Honors Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Agaba is a recent graduate of the Faculty of Engineering, Design and from Technology at Uganda Christian University (UCU). 

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Uganda Christian University (UCU) emerged as a leader in digital education. The global health crisis in 2020 forced educational institutions worldwide to close their doors, but UCU was uniquely prepared to continue its mission of providing quality education through its well-established e-learning programme.