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The historic Main Building of Makerere University, a prominent landmark on the Kampala campus, serves as a central hub for ...

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor, addressing the young people at the event.

Makerere to cut undergraduates admissions, focus on graduate students

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

01/09/2025

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Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor KAMPALA, Uganda — Makerere University is launching a plan to significantly increase its number ...

How to Leverage Technology for Advanced Sports Research

by KELVIN AMANDA | TECH WRITER

12/08/2025

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Technology is transforming how people study sports. From smart sensors to real-time data tools, everything now moves faster. This article ...

Dr. Magoola, Dei BioPharma, secures US patents for universal mRNA cancer vaccine & affordable scFv immune therapy. Global treatment equity, Uganda biotech breakthrough.

TOP STORY: Dei BioPharma’s Dr. Magoola files new US patents for groundbreaking cancer and immune therapies

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

30/07/2025

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Dr. Magoola, Dei BioPharma, secures US patents for universal mRNA cancer vaccine & affordable scFv immune therapy. Global treatment equity, ...

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.

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

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

18/06/2025

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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 ...

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