Revolutionizing university choices: New AI tool empowers Ugandan students to make informed course decisions

For thousands of Ugandan students, the release of exam results each year brings a mix of excitement and anxiety. While some celebrate academic success, many are left grappling with an overwhelming question: “What course can I pursue with these grades and where?” A new digital tool called Admission Tips is providing a powerful answer. Accessible…

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Debt-Tax- Climate Finance trifecta challenge

Uganda, like many developing nations, is grappling with a complex interplay of economic and environmental challenges, being ranked as the 12th most vulnerable country (worldwide) to climate change impacts and the 163rd readiest to deal with these impacts out of 192 countries assessed by the ND-GAIN Country Index 2022. This is exemplified by the extreme…

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The cost of delay: The urgent need for a national health insurance scheme in Uganda

There’s this common adage among social groups: “An average Ugandan is one medical bill away from poverty” It’s not just a saying; it’s a stark reality we’ve all witnessed. The COVID-19 pandemic laid bare this vulnerability, forcing families to liquidate their meager assets for a chance at treatment, leaving many stranded and neglected in hospitals…

A mother lying on a bare floor at Kayunga pediatric ward, Uganda. Photo: Vincent Mayanja/IRIN

Uganda National Journalism Awards 2025 shortlist announced: Celebrating excellence in journalism

The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) has unveiled the shortlist for the 11th edition of the Uganda National Journalism Awards (UNJA), recognizing exceptional journalism that informs, challenges, and transforms. This year’s competition saw a record-breaking 147 journalists participate, with a diverse range of entries showcasing expertise and commitment to public interest reporting. The judges…