Guest Writer

Business case for Forest Stewardship Council certification in Africa

28 February 202528 February 20250

For businesses operating in or sourcing from Africa’s vital forest ecosystems, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification offers a compelling solution.

Opinion

Certification of academic documents should be simplified

27 February 202527 February 20250

The second issue that makes applying for jobs expensive is the current system of certifying academic documents in different universities and institutions.

Education

Choosing the right A-Level subject combinations

26 February 202526 February 20250

In Uganda, A-Level subject combinations are categorized into Science, and Arts, and sometimes, Business options, each opening different career paths.

Tech News

Driving Ethiopia’s digital issuing revolution: two sides of the same coin

19 February 202519 February 20250

Ethiopia is proving it’s on a mission, a rapid one to digitalise. They have a good track record on executing on their ambitious goals.

Opinion

Uganda’s future in an evolving political landscape

17 February 202517 February 20250

As these events unfold, one must critically assess what the future holds for Uganda in the 40th year of NRA/M rule.

Lango / Opinion

Opinion: Neither Aceng nor Amongi represent the future of Lango

6 February 20256 February 20250

While Lango has praised the appointment of these two women to cabinet positions, no significant resources have been allocated to spur development in the sub-region.

Education / Opinion

It’s time to make ICT a principal subject

30 January 202530 January 20250

ICT is currently taught as a subsidiary subject at A-level, but many people want it to be promoted to a principal subject.

Health / Opinion

In 2025, mental health should become a lifestyle

10 January 20250

Financial and social struggles are just a few of the pressures that can fuel mental health challenges, especially as the New Year begins.

Obituary / People

Muhammad Ssegirinya was a modern day Henry Dunant and Florence Nightingale

9 January 20259 January 20250

Whether we liked it or not, Ssegirinya Muhammad was our modern-day hero. Ssegirinya carried out rescue operations worthy of national and international attention.

Opinion / Politics

Otim Odoch: The 2026 election is for Museveni—more important than any other

2 January 20250

There is no doubt that once President Museveni announces his candidacy for re-election (which I am confident he will do), the presidential race will be all but decided in his favor.