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In Uganda men have dominated the sports media landscape, representing approximately 75 to 85% of sports journalists, with women making up only 15 to 25%. Aheebwa highlights that sports journalism is “traditionally seen as a male domain” in Uganda, which has limited women’s entry and growth in this field. Female reporters often cover less prominent sports and have fewer opportunities to headline major events or gain editorial leadership roles.
According to the research, a significant number of students are unable to consistently access all required online materials or participate fully in virtual sessions due to unreliable internet and high data tariffs. One final-year student explained, “I have to wait until late at night for cheaper data bundles, but by then I am too tired to concentrate on the recorded lectures. Sometimes, I miss quizzes because the network is poor.”
Wessali encouraged students to begin putting their skills to use as early as possible instead of waiting to feel ‘ready’.
UCU Lady Cardinals were held by the Uganda Martyrs in a one-all draw in the Uganda Premier League on Saturday morning.
Going into the game, we have to be cautious and avoid any early shocks. They are young girls, and I am sure they will choose to run us down, but we are fully ready for that,” he added.
In only two months, Uganda Christian University (UCU) organized the country’s premier university sports competition and came in second best.
Students and staff are ecstatic as Uganda Christian University (UCU) prepares to open its doors for the new academic year in 2024. It’s an exciting time, and everyone is looking forward to what’s next. Aulah Najjuuka took a look at the students hopes and expectations as they began another chapter in their scholastic path.
Francis Byaruhanga, Davis Asiimwe Mugisha, Nataline Judith Afoyorwoth and Dismas Nuwaine lost the finals of the inaugural Vision Group Ultimate University Quiz, but the students of Uganda Christian University (UCU) headed home with their heads high.
osephine Adal, the overall best student among 558 graduates at the Dec.1 Uganda Christian University (UCU) Mbale College ceremony, wants to improve the lives of others.
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