By Bob Kisiki If you are the “old skool” kind who decided that opening social media accounts is too “dot com” (which is often used with a hint of a sneer, making it derogatory), you might not know how much society adores and respects teachers. Oh, they do, as you will see when you read […]
(This articles was first published in the New Vision on June, 16, 2021) By Olandason Wanyama Creative thinking among learners in Karamoja is key if the sub-region is to transform, a district education official told dozens of teachers who attended a recent media in education training. Williams Abura Iwuala, the Nakapiripirit district education officer in […]
By Mathais Mazinga M-Lisada, a music-oriented non-govermental organisation that takes care of disadvantaged children, celebrated Christmas with a music extravaganza. This was at Angels Gardens, Nsambya in Rubaga Division. Children performed Christmas songs spiced with trumpets, trombones, the tuba and the saxophone. They also played the traditional drums. M-Lisada kids also performed dances such as […]
Compiled by Ritah Mukasa Pupils from Shekinah International School and Spring Hope Primary School were among the many that attended the 2022 National Science Week at Kololo Airstrip. The event featured public exhibitions showcasing Ugandan innovations in science and technology. There were innovations in aeronautics and space science. The children also learnt how to perform […]
By Emmanuel Ssekaggo Did you know that your gift or talent could pave way for you in future? Do not ignore it. If there is something you are interested in doing, ask your parents to help you develop it. This could be in fashion, art, sports, writing…the list is endless. Do something about it. Children […]
Can the Ocean Freeze? In this experiment, we are going to investigate if the ocean can freeze What you will need Instructions What is Happening? Fresh water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius. When salt is added to water, it lowers the freezing point of the water by several degrees. The salt water can still freeze, […]
By Francis Emukule Sexual abuse is the act of forcefully involving someone in sexual acts. Children are not supposed to get involved in any sexual acts. Unfortunately, many children go through this and they just keep quiet about it. What can you do to avoid sexual abuse?
By Simon Ssekidde Children in Mpigi district participated in the Afro Sabano Kids Arts Festival recently. The event that took place at SINA Academy in Mpigi town council, is organised twice a year by Innovation on Wheels, a non governmental organisation. Stellah Nakawuki Lukwago, one of the organisers, said the festival is intended to give […]
(This article was first published in the New Vision on June 9, 2021) By Conan Businge The high failure rate of students at the Law Development Centre (LDC) has been greatly attributed to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, online learning in third term and students not having been subjected to the pre-entry examinations, which […]
(This article was first published in the New Vision on June 9,2021) By Dr Lawrence Muganga There are some moments that stand out from the rest as being a game-changer. When you imagine these moments, what are you seeing? I can pretty much guarantee what you are not seeing. You are not remembering the time […]