Minister Musenero, Col. Nakalema urge Ugandans to embrace local innovation for progress

Ugandan Minister Monica Musenero and Col. Edith Nakalema urge citizens to embrace local science, technology, and innovation for national development during the first National Science Summit in Kampala.

KAMPALA, UGANDA — Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Monica Musenero and Col. Edith Nakalema, head of the State House ...

Uganda is hosting the 13th African Potato Association Conference, focusing on climate-smart innovations in potato and sweetpotato research for food security and livelihoods.

Uganda Hosts African Potato Conference, Spotlights Innovation

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

27/05/2025

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KAMPALA, Uganda — Uganda’s Minister for Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Frank Tumwebaze, highlighted the crucial role of potato and ...

PostBank Uganda has disbursed Ushs 6 billion to 353 women entrepreneurs under the GROW loan program, a government-backed initiative aimed at promoting women's entrepreneurship and financial inclusion.

Study: Mindset training boosts profits for Ugandan entrepreneurs

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

12/05/2025

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PDM beneficiaries register for Wendi Mobile Wallet, a digital financial platform, as part of efforts to expand financial inclusion in rural Uganda. ...

PhD Students join the Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor in a group photo.

New Makerere Doctoral Candidates Challenged to Find Solutions to Global Issues

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

07/05/2025

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PhD Students join the Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor in a group photo. MAKERERE UNIVERSITY, Uganda— Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor for ...

Dr. Matthias Magoola, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Dei Group of Companies, acknowledged and thanked the assistance of President Museveni for supporting Ugandan scientists despite the difficulties faced by them bringing innovation to Uganda.

Ugandan scientist secures US patent for ground-breaking cancer treatment

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

12/02/2025

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Dr. Matthias Magoola, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Dei Group of Companies, acknowledged and thanked the assistance of ...

Prof. Pontiano Kaleebu, Director of the Uganda Virus Research Institute, faces allegations of abuse of office and nepotism amid claims of favoring relatives for top positions within the institute

UVRI Director Faces Accusations of Abuse of Office, Nepotism

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

15/11/2024

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Prof. Pontiano Kaleebu, Director of the Uganda Virus Research Institute, faces allegations of abuse of office and nepotism amid claims ...

Makerere dons threaten to sue University Council over alleged plot to reappoint Prof Barnabas Nawangwe as Vice Chancellor (PHOTO /Courtesy)

Uganda’s Research Woes: Studies gather dust due to communication gaps

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

02/11/2024

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Makerere University Vice Chancellor Professor Barnabas Nawangwe Kampala, Uganda - A staggering 80% of research projects conducted at Makerere University's ...

Advancing gender equality in science, Euzobia Mugisha Baine has dedicated over 20 years to promoting women's participation in higher education and science careers at Makerere University. Credit: Kibuuka Mukisa/Candid Local for Nature"

Ugandan academic Euzobia Mugisha Baine fights for gender equality in science

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

17/10/2024

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Advancing gender equality in science, Euzobia Mugisha Baine has dedicated over 20 years to promoting women's participation in higher education ...

Ugandan student wins prestigious phytomedicine training grant

by JAVIRA SSEBWAMI | PUBLIC EDITOR

09/10/2024

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Kampala International University ranked best private University in Uganda KAMPALA, UGANDA - A pharmacy student from Kampala International University (KIU) ...

Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja at the launch of the census report on October 3, 2024.

UBOS withdraws embarrasing 2024 census report over population figures

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

07/10/2024

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Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja at the launch of the census report on October 3, 2024. KAMPALA - The Uganda National ...

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