“At first, I did not want to come to Uganda, but African parents will be African parents,” he added amidst light chuckling. 

Lyton Kiyayi Kalete has experienced a career change from aviation to exploring the digital marketing scene. Following years of training in South Africa to fulfil her father’s dream of her becoming a pilot, Kalete faced unforeseen circumstances that led her to return to Uganda in 2021. Today, she leads Paage Marketing Agency, a digital platform she co-founded to serve  businesses across Uganda’s competitive market.

There is a lack in the world today of men and women who have a high imagination, intelligence and genuine knowledge and skills, men and women who can instruct communities and societies and effect change.

The national election season is in full swing, and we find ourselves repeating the same vicious cycle where political leaders are running to churches, hobnobbing with ordinary citizens, and presenting themselves as modest servants of the people. From north to south, and west to east, it is a common sight to have political figures walk down dusty streets, take fluids from the same cups as villagers, and promise great change.

After the excitement of graduating and relief of completing their courses successfully, the graduates have to think about what their next step is. We spoke to some of them to tell us their future plans.

It’s ironic how some alumni from different educational institutions choose to jump on the bandwagon of the public to criticize their alma maters, lamenting how standards have declined since their time as students. While it may be true that things aren’t going well, you are expected to do more as an alumnus than just airing grievances. Rather than putting your energy on criticism, consider directing it toward engaging in alumni activities that directly support your former school. You can effect positive change in this way.