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Profile: Nakaayi Dorcus, the Child Actress Emerging in Uganda’s Television Drama Industry

KAMPALA — As Uganda’s television and digital entertainment industry continues to expand, more children are appearing in locally produced drama series. Among the youngest is Nakaayi Dorcus, a primary school pupil who has begun building acting credits through productions aired on Makula TV. Born on 27 July 2019 in Mpigi District, Dorcus is currently pursuing […] The post Profile: Nakaayi Dorcus, the Child Actress Emerg

Watchdog Uganda · 6 Aug 2026

#OutToLunch: Students joining universities could self-teach themselves AI to disrupt sectors like agriculture

By Denis Jjuuko The month of August sees public universities open their gates to first year students. Joining university is one of the milestones many young people celebrate, the last step in the journey to the pinnacle of education. In a few years, they would be out of university and joining the workforce. But also, […] The post #OutToLunch: Students joining universities could self-teach themselves AI to disrupt sec

Watchdog Uganda · 6 Aug 2026

Ibanda Schools Receive Science Kits to Boost Practical Learning

Twenty government-aided primary schools in Ibanda District have received science kits from the Ministry of Education and Sports to strengthen practical learning, improve pupils’ understanding of scientific concepts and enhance performance in science subjects.

Nile Post · 5 Aug 2026

UNEB Urges Stakeholders to Act on NAPE Findings to Improve Education System

The Uganda National Examinations Board says the 2025 National Assessment of Progress in Education provides critical evidence on learners' performance under the competence-based curriculum and should guide policy decisions aimed at improving education quality across the country.

Nile Post · 5 Aug 2026

UNEB Calls for Stronger Continuous Assessment to Safeguard Competency-Based Curriculum

Five years after Uganda introduced the competency-based curriculum at lower secondary level, the Uganda National Examinations Board says effective continuous assessment is essential to ensure learners acquire the knowledge, skills and values envisioned under the reforms, warning that classroom implementation will determine the curriculum's success.

Nile Post · 5 Aug 2026

Monthly Education Buzz Report – July 2026

Welcome to the Monthly Education Buzz Report, your go-to source for highlights and updates on the WordPress Campus Connect, WordPress Credits, and WordPress Student Club education initiatives within the WordPress community. This report aims to celebrate, prom…

Wordpress.org · 5 Aug 2026

Huawei Uganda launches Makerere ICT recruitment drive

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Huawei Technologies Uganda launched its latest campus recruitment programme, reiterating its commitment to nurturing local ICT talent and bridging the gap between academia and industry. The recruitment drive will take place on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Main Building of Makerere University. … The post Huawei Uganda launches Makerere ICT recruitment dr

The Independent Uganda · 5 Aug 2026

Huawei Uganda Launches Campus Recruitment Drive to Empower Young ICT Talent at Makerere University

[3rd August, 2026] Huawei Technologies Uganda Company Limited, a national leader in information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, has officially announced its latest campus recruitment program, scheduled to be held on Friday, 7th August, 2026, at Makerere University – Main Building from 0900-1200hrs. Under the inspiring theme “The Sky Is the Limit” and the […] The post Huawei Ugand

Watchdog Uganda · 4 Aug 2026

SPECIAL FEATURE: The Guardians of Kikurungo

Editor’s Note Every nation is built twice. It is first built in the memories of its people, long before it is recorded in history books. Those memories live in the voices of grandparents, the wisdom of elders, the rhythms of the seasons, the names given to cattle, the paths worn into hillsides by generations of […] The post SPECIAL FEATURE: The Guardians of Kikurungo appeared first on SoftPower News.

SoftPower News · 4 Aug 2026