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28th Guild Government has seen an increase in its budget compared to those of previous Guild Governments’ budgets. The document that was presented by the Minister of Finance, Hon. Glenn Kanagulira during the plenary sitting held today totals Shs250 million, a 17% increase compared to the budget passed by their predecessor.

UCU has honoured the first University Secretary, Rt. Rev. Bishop Emeritus Dunstan Bukenya for his tremendous contribution towards the growth and development of the institution, and for pioneering the start of the law department.

At six months, my mother noticed a peculiar swelling on the lower part of my tiny back. It quickly grew into a huge sac and prompted a rush to the hospital. Following tests, the doctor determined I had spina bifida, a birth defect in which the spine and spinal cord don’t form properly.  The National Institutes of Health reports up to 10 of every 1,000 babies have it. An estimated 1,400 children are born with spina bifida annually in Uganda.

There is a drumbeat of change ringing throughout Africa’s media landscape. I think it’s high time the continent witnesses what is emerging, a surge in digital connectivity and a growing appetite for local, authentic information.