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The student leadership elections at Uganda Christian University (UCU) are a unique process and have become a model that other institutions are starting to emulate. One of the defining features of UCU’s elections is the absence of political parties. This allows candidates to focus on issues within the university rather than being swayed by external influences.

Prof. Emily Maractho, a lecturer at Uganda Christian University, kicked off the discussions by highlighting the factors contributing to the decline in trust in the media. She attributed this erosion to economic pressures, political polarization, media ownership influences, the unchecked spread of misinformation on social media, and gaps in journalists’ training.

Usher Bennets Lewis has been declared the winner of the 2024-2025 Uganda Christian University-Bishop Barham University College (UCU-BBUC) Guild Elections, edging out his closest rival, Derrick Akampa, by a slim margin of just 14 votes. The highly contested race, held on Friday, saw a remarkable turnout among education students, with Lewis securing 176 votes, equivalent to 39% of the total votes cast.

St. Noa WFC 1-0 UCU By Michael Ainomugisha Uganda Christian University’s (UCU) Lady Cardinals suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to…

Speaking at a workshop held at Uganda Christian University (UCU), Paula Iragaba, a research scientist with the Cassava Breeding Program at the National Crop Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI), explained how this innovative approach is transforming agricultural research in Uganda. The workshop, which gathered postgraduate students and researchers from UCU and Makere University agricultural disciplines, was centered around improving on-farm testing techniques using the Tricot method that has shown significant promise in other African countries like Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Ghana.

By Aryane Ninsiima Uganda Christian University’s (UCU) Writing Centre, in partnership with the Guild Government’s Ministry of Education, concluded a…

Early goals from Cathy Nassimbwa in the 10th minute and Jovia Nakagolo eight minutes later secured the victory for the Lady Cardinals with a wonderful finish after a dribble passed the goalkeeper.

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.

For many people today, saving money is a helpful way to put some money away that they might need in the future for an emergency or to pay for a goal they have had, such as furthering their studies or building their house. However, saving on your own is not as easy to do. It takes discipline and commitment.

“I genuinely love all the changes around campus, especially the pavers. My favourite area is around Bishop Tucker, which is really pleasing to the eye,” said Michelle Lubogo, a second-year law student.