digital

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) is mandated under Section 4(b) of the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act 262, to promote and develop the processing and dissemination of information on higher education for the benefit of the public. In line with this mandate, NCHE has consistently advanced scholarly discourse in higher education through […]

In a significant step towards improving operational efficiency, Makerere University is implementing new systems for digitizing timetables and monitoring student attendance. The initiatives were announced during a recent retreat held by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) at Nican Resort on November 1-2, 2024. Dr. Cyprian Misinde, the Director of Quality Assurance, outlined […]

In a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare through technology, the Government of Uganda, in collaboration with Makerere University, has inaugurated the Artificial Intelligence Health Lab. This pioneering initiative aims to revolutionize healthcare delivery using artificial intelligence (AI), marking a crucial advancement for the nation. The lab is situated in Block B, College of Computing and […]

In a significant leap toward harnessing technology for national planning and development, Uganda is set to conduct a landmark digital census starting with 9th May 2024 as the Census reference night and the enumeration period scheduled for 10th-19th May 2024.  As specified in the Plan for National Statistical Development (PNSD), the 2024 National Population and […]