Introduction Co-curricular activities such as sports, music, dance, drama, and club involvement play a significant role in the lives of students in Ugandan schools. These activities not only enrich the school experience but also contribute to personal development and community building. Several factors motivate students to engage actively in these
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Embracing Left-Handedness: Breaking the Myths
Introduction In many cultures around the world, left-handedness has been viewed with suspicion or even fear. Uganda is no exception, with a history of associating left-handedness with negativity. This article explores the transformation of Ugandan society’s perception of left-handedness, from a time of harsh reprimands to a place of acceptance
The Pearl of Africa: Exploring the Natural Beauty, Wildlife, and Culture of Uganda
Introduction Uganda, located in East Africa, is often called the “Pearl of Africa.” This title was first bestowed upon the country by Sir Winston Churchill during his travels through East Africa in 1907. Churchill was struck by the natural beauty of the country, which he described as “a fairy-tale land.”
How Sports Betting is Destroying Ugandan Youths
Introduction Sports betting has become increasingly popular in most African countries, such as Uganda and Ghana with many individuals indulging in this activity to make extra money. However, there are significant dangers associated with sports betting that cannot be overlooked. According to statistics from Youth Policy, Uganda has the “world’s
Digital Marketing: The Future of Business
The ‘dot com’ era (technological period) continues to take over almost every aspect of life, from education, health, industry, and entertainment to business. Digital marketing is one of those new prospects brought about by the ‘dot com’ era. Like any other business, schools have taken advantage of digital marketing to
GAPS IN UGANDA’S NEW COMPETENCY-BASED CURRICULUM
In February 2020, Uganda’s Ministry of Education and Sports introduced a new Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). After years of critique about Uganda’s education system, Pandora’s box was opened. The CBC focuses on enabling learners to graduate with the skills and competencies needed in today’s society. Furthermore, the CBC targeted aiding in
ORIGIN OF WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY
Running under the theme “Journalism Under Digital Siege”, this year’s celebration received massive support and participation across the World. The Digital sphere has been one of the accelerators of Journalism and at the same time one of the most dangerous. ORIGIN OF WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY An African Journalist presented
STATE OF DOWN SYNDROME INCLUSION IN UGANDA
In more recent years, there has been a sluggish but substantial development of inclusive education for children with Down syndrome. However, this has not been the case in Africa, particularly in Uganda. This development of inclusive education is just starting here in Uganda. What is Down Syndrome? Down Syndrome is