Uganda’s best University, Makerere University, is lowly going down. The University has dropped the from the 4th to 11th in the recently concluded ranking of the universities in Africa according to the Webometrics ranking of universities.
The University of Nairobi was ranked best in East Africa leaving makerere 2nd in second position. Makerere, ehich was known worldwide, previously as thr best in the African region, is gradually going down.
In Africa , all the top five in the rankings came from South Africa with University of Cape town ranked 1st.This was followed by University of Witwatersrand, then University of Pretoria. Then finally Stellenbosch university and the University of Kwazulu Natal
In the top five rankings , Harvard University was ranked best university in the world. They were closely followed by Stanford university then Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Then by Oxford in the UK and in number five being University of California.
As the festivities of graduations at makerere university were in high gear, one thing seemed amiss around newly famous miss world Africa as with new attention comes new scrutiny.
As the names of graduands for the bachelors degree of business computing were read, Abenakyo was read first but was no where to be found in the printed copy which everyone had. Tongues started to wag on the discrepancy that was going on that could somehow be tied to her fame that caused her to skip the queue.
University administrator came out to clear the air “Hey. The story circulating about Abenakyo is false. She completed her course Bachelor of Business Computing. Her name was read first. Not in the book because it was printed before she cleared,” he said.
Makerere University is one of the places known for sexual harassment and sex-for-marks situations. Recently, another victim of this scandal, has gone public with a photo on Social Media. At first, many thought that she was just in a moment of pride for her when she posted a photo of her being licked by a lecturer in what looked like an office. Information later on shows that the student, identified as Njoro Racheal was nearly raped by a lecturer.
Rachel Njoro
She has been identified as a Kenyan Student, who joined Makerere and graduated this year, in January. The photo seems to have been taken from an office at the College of Computing and Information Sciences.
THE STORY ABOUT THE RAPE SITUATION
Our sources report that Rachel narrated how the lecturer wanted to help her with coursework. He thus asked her to see him. She then explains that using some basic skills she learnt from her girl guide lessons at school, she managed to escape. Rachel remained calm and submissive until she had a great opportunity to kick the lecturer where it hurts the most.
What do you think about this situation. Is Makerere, one of the best universities in East Africa, having it’s name damaged due to the sex for marks error?
They say that one can never stop learning, and the internet is making this possible. Education is going to be done from where ever we are, and at whatever time is convenient, thanks to e-learning. Reports from our sources have confirmed that Uganda’s top University, Makerere, will be introducing this type of forum in the country.
“The new approach will help improve research since many students will access all kinds of information using different gadgets. With e-learning, students can also study away from campus, which will increase enrollment without congesting the campus,” said the University director for quality assurance, Dr, Vincent Ssembatya.
HOW E-LEARNING WORKS
Using e-learning, application, enrollment and even registration will be done on the internet. Students will not have to move to the University every now and then. There is also a library, through which various students can access reading materials and tutorials. The students will be able to access all of this using gadgets such as phones, tablets and computers. The policy for this introduction is in line with those of the ministry of ICT and NITA(National Information Technology)
The director of the ICT ministry mentioned that Makerere University will not go anywhere with the absence of e-learning. The techniques must thus be embraced.
E-learning will help to the University to enroll more students, but at the same time maintain a reasonable number on campus. It will also allow for improved engagement of international students, and research. Do you think e-learning is a great initiative for Makerere to take up?
Today marks the beginning of the celebrations of the Makerere University 68th Graduation Ceremony. About 14,000 students and their parents are to gather at the mighty Freedom Square. They will witness them attain different levels of academic qualification. Today they will all receive the honors they have worked for years to attain.
The ceremony will start, today, Tuesday and run until Friday, with different faculties being allocated different days. The function will be at the main University campus at Makerere Hill.
The students at all levels of honors. (photo from New Vision)
WINNIE MANDELA TO RECEIVE HONORS AT THE 68TH GRADUATION
From our various sources, we have come to learn that Winnie Madikizela Mandela, wife to Nelson Mandela, the Freedom fighter, will be given an Honorary Doctorate of Laws in recognition for her exclusive and continuous contribution to the liberation struggle of South Africa, and Africa as a whole.
“I congratulate all the graduands and their parents/sponsors. You are the top brains of our country and a lot is expected of you. Put God first and always hold yourself in esteem and you shall surely succeed. Congratulations!” A tweet from Nwangwa read.
There are many claims that the Ugandan economy in the form of availability of job opportunity is not yet ready to receive more graduates. However, other people disagree, and argue that the jobs are there, but the quality of graduates produced are not able to get them on their own. Putting all of this aside, Congratulations to all the graduates from the different areas of expertise.
Last week was full of drama, demonstrations, anger, and a variety of things. Evidence that this country does not sleep. Let the photos tell the story, all the moments were captured in pictures. The great photography is much appreciated..
Hon Betty Nambooze attempts to remove MP Abiriga’s cap on live TV. On Thursday, Betty Nambooze, Mukono municipality MP walked passed Abiriga and slightly lifted his cap as he was being interviewed by NTV Uganda. She then stomped away hurriedly into parliament in her red track suit, which she wore under the demonstration; :If the constitution can be changed, even she can change her dress code”.
Hon Betty Nambooze in action
Makerere students strike over age-limit. There is always that one University that stands for the rights of the population. The University, last week, showed their contribution to the anti-age limit bill, and got entangled in a tear gas and bullet dance with the nation’s police.
The fight
Super journalist. This NTV reporter threw down his camera to help a woman who had collapsed due to tear gas in the demonstration over age limit at Makerere University.
The super journalist
Bobi Wine arrested at Entebbe Airport. Upon his return to the country, Bobi Wine was arrested at Entebbe Airport. A number of journalists and photographers were present and amazing pictures hit social media. The MP was captured at all angles, like the picture below
All angles
Even a motorbike will not save you. An angry protester at Makerere University attacks a lady on a Boda Boda during the strike. Photo taken from Bukedde Online.
Major attack
Kampala takeover. Deployment of Police around the city center ahead of the anti age limit protests on Thursday last week. Looks like a scene from a movie.
Police TakeoverPolice take over
Song of Victory. The Members of Parliament celebrate their amazing win after the presidential age limit Bill was denied. They tied up their heads like Ninjas and sang together in celebration. Thank you for the major fight.
