Following the successful swearing-in and sealing of the legal instruments, H.E. Conrad Twinomugisha and Miss Claire Matama are now officially mandated to represent students on the 8th University Council.
Council Chairperson Dr. Warren Naamara urged the new members to faithfully uphold the oaths they had taken, while the University Council appointed Vice Chairperson Ms. Sarah Nyachwo Mwaka and Vice Chancellor Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika to mentor the student leaders as they begin their tenure of service to the MUST community.
Checking in on your mental health is a sign of self-care, not weakness.
This Men's Mental Health Month, @MbararaUST encourages every man to make time for meaningful conversations, seek support when needed, and look out for one another.
Together, we can create a community where no one has to struggle alone.
@MbararaUST fraternity extends warm birthday wishes to Maama @JanetMuseveni, Uganda’s First Lady.
We celebrate your dedicated service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to advancing education and empowering generations of Ugandans.
We wish you good health, joy, and many more years of impactful service.
Exploring the significant gains in Uganda's cattle farming sector reveals promising economic opportunities. Transitioning from free-range to zero-grazing offers a strategic shift for enhanced productivity and resource management. This modern approach, while involving initial costs for infrastructure and feed, promises greater returns through controlled breeding and improved animal welfare. Adopting zero grazing can lead to more sustainable and profitable cattle enterprises for farmers across the nation. It's a forward-thinking strategy to maximize output and minimize land degradation.
Livestock farming plays a vital role in global agriculture,for millions of smallholder farmers. In a region like Uganda, where mixed farming is common,raising many cattle and goats together offers diversified income, improved land use, and resilience against economic and environmental challenges.with proper planning it can scale from smallholder to commercial levels, delivering steady profits and community benefits. Whether you are starting small or expanding, success comes from good management, animal welfare, and adapting to local conditions
FAMOUS CASH CROP OF UGANDA.
Exploring the rich history of tea farming in Western Uganda reveals its significant past as a cornerstone of the local economy. ☕️ This vital crop once provided a primary source of income and livelihood for many communities across the region. The fertile lands and favorable climate in areas like 🏞️ Kabale, Buhweju, kanungu, kyamuhunga etc proved ideal for cultivation. Understanding this history helps us appreciate the enduring legacy of tea farming. It's a story woven into the fabric of Ugandan heritage. However, the industry has faced significant challenges in recent times. Fluctuations in market demand and rising production costs have put considerable pressure on farmers. Addressing these issues is crucial for the sustainability of tea farming. Ensuring fair practices and support for growers will help revitalize this important sector.
The @MbararaUST community saddened by untimely passing of Mr. Arnold Dushime, a student in the Faculty of Business and Management Sciences.
Our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and the entire MUST community during this painful time.
Further arrangements will be communicated in due course.
After the demolition of people’s homes by @nemaug , a devastated mother reportedly chose to take her own life, overwhelmed by the pain of losing everything. In the video, her young son can be seen desperately pleading with her not to do it.
Staff from @MbararaUST, led by Dr. John Kule, Dean of the Faculty of Business and Management Sciences, paid tribute to the late Nowembabazi Marvin, describing him as a disciplined, dedicated, and exemplary student who also served as a peer educator to fellow students.
Dr. Kule revealed that on Thursday evening, just hours before his passing, Marvin had checked in with his research supervisor regarding the completion of his research work.
Good morning, Lord, and thank You for this cold Saturday. As I begin my duties, refresh my soul, renew my strength, and teach me how to truly rest in You today. Thank You for my life, provision, and loving family. May we live by Your goodness always in Jesus’ name. Amen! 🙏🙏
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I met Mr Stanley Johnson, an author and former Member of the European Parliament, who is also the father of former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Mr Johnson has been visiting a number of Uganda’s key tourist and conservation sites, including Mgahinga, Kyambura Gorge, the Kazinga Channel and the Source of the Nile in Jinja. I am pleased that he appreciates the strong link between our natural environment and tourism development.
We discussed issues of mutual interest, particularly the importance of common markets and common environmental policies. I welcome him to Uganda once again.
I met Mr Girma Wake the former CEO of Ethiopian Airlines alongside Mr Robert Kateera at State House today. We discussed matters regarding air transport among other issues.
A team of paediatric surgeons at Mulago have successfully separated the parasitic twins after three hours of intense surgery (including time to administer anaesthesia).