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Uwezo assesses 20,000 learners amid literacy, numeracy concerns

Uwezo Uganda is conducting a large-scale learning assessment targeting more than 20,000 children across the country amid growing concern over declining literacy and numeracy levels in primary schools. The assessment is being conducted in 29 districts and covers 435 villages and 10,440 households. It seeks to establish whether learners are acquiring the foundational skills necessary […] The post Uwezo assesses 20,000

The Observer · 15 Aug 2026

BREAKING: Veteran Ugandan Playwright and Theatre Icon Alex Mukulu Dies at 72

Kampala – Uganda’s creative arts fraternity is in mourning following the death of legendary playwright, actor, dramatist, musician and theatre maestro Alex Mukulu. He was 72. News of his passing broke this morning and has been confirmed by multiple sources within the arts community and media houses, including New Vision. Details surrounding the exact cause and […] The post BREAKING: Veteran Ugandan Playwright and The

Watchdog Uganda · 15 Aug 2026

Makerere Rises to 11th in Africa, 776th Globally in Webometrics Ranking

KAMPALA: Makerere University has climbed to 11th among African universities and 776th globally in the July 2026 Webometrics rankings, retaining its position as Uganda’s top-ranked university. The latest ranking places Makerere first in Uganda and 11th in Africa, marking a significant improvement from its January 2026 position of 925th globally and 13th in Africa. Makerere […] The post Makerere Rises to 11th in Africa

SoftPower News · 15 Aug 2026

Universities Recognised for Affordable Housing Innovations as Kyambogo Takes Overall Prize

KAMPALA, Uganda — Universities across Uganda have been recognised for developing innovative and affordable housing solutions aimed at addressing the country’s growing housing deficit, with Kyambogo University emerging as the overall winner of the 2026 University Students Affordable Housing Design Competition. The awards, held at Hotel Africana in Kampala on Thursday, brought together students and […] The post Univers

SoftPower News · 15 Aug 2026

Over 800 secure bursaries for higher education access programme

Over 800 students were awarded with bursaries last week to access higher education under the Higher Education Access Programme (HEAP), an initiative by the Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Uganda Chapter in collaboration with Mastercard Foundation. The move is aimed at increasing opportunities for young people who face barriers joining universities, colleges and technical […] The post Over 800 secure bu

The Observer · 13 Aug 2026