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Building a People of Power, Praise and Integrity Resource Creation at Ndejje University Technology Adoption in Education and Transformation Ndejje at Work pictorial

06 Exclusive Innovation for Transformation research Papers Ndejje University Magazine Consotium TEAM LEADERS

Bp. Steven Kazimba Bishop of Mityana Diocese and Chairman Ndejje University Consortium

Dr. Kisamba Mugerwa Assoc. Prof. Margaret Nabasirye Chancellor Ndejje University Chairperson University Council Editorial Ndejje University Magazine

Members of the editorial Editorial Note board: wenty fifteen (2015) was vision, it is not in any danger fizzling Kayanja Roman - Head of Department the target year to achieve out anytime but poised for sustained Journalism and Public Affairs Tthe Eight UN Millennium growth. Milly Kwagala Oidu (PhD) - Dean Faculty of Development Goals (MDGs) and Specifically, research focuses Business Administration and Management a critical period in the process on local successes that reveal of finalising how the Sustainable Jude Kizito Namukangula - Dean Faculty of the importance of scholarship in Development Goals (SDGs) will be Basic Sciences and IT inspiring quality education. The measured. Focusing on innovations magazine certainly presents the for social transformation in the higher Goretti Kyeswa - Lecturer Department of latest available innovations that education sector, this edition of Journalism and Public Affairs span its inception. It presents Ndejje University Magazine provides opportunities for poverty reduction Jane Kamunyi Muthoni - Graduate useful information that partly shows that challenge economy-wide Assistant Faculty of Social Sciences the contribution of Ndejje University innovation through creativity and the towards achieving MDGs and in Andrew Omuna - Student BA Journalism, use available resources. preparation to embark on SDGs. and Mass Communication It highlights the work of staff and Eight themes have been used to Grace Kyazike - Lecturer of Languages students that underlie trends in the organize this magazine among growth of Ndejje University and which are external insights, Faculty of Education provides a condensed presentation top management, faculties, John Tatyamisa - Student, BA Journalism, of diverse innovations from top departments, research, alumni, and Mass Communication University administration, faculties, students, and Ndejje University links. departments, and interventions This issue is developed out of what in communities. Reflecting on the we treasure at Ndejje University, Ndejje University message from the chaplaincy, the which can be replicated elsewhere world is groaning for transformation. in higher education in Uganda and P.O. Box 7088 Kampala, Uganda Similary His excellency President Globally. Let’s read together. Tel: +256 – 392-730321- Academic Registrar ; Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s message +256-414-693126 – Deputy Academic Registrar, highlights that with innovations Saida Mbooge (PhD), Chairperson ingrained in Ndejje University’s Editoral Board Website: www.ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug CONTENTS

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3 Ndejje University Magazine Devotion

Building a People of Power Rev Latimer Muwanguzi Ssendi University Senior Chaplain Praise and Integrity There is an old chorus whose lyrics go like; the worthless example of his father Amon and Grandfather Manasseh “I am building a people of power and found solace in the good example of King David his great grand- I am making a people of praise father. We read: That will go through this land with my spirit King Josiah then did what was right in the sight of the Lord and walked in the ways of his ancestor David. He did not turn aside to And will glorify my precious name……” the right or to the left , for in the eighth year of his reign, he began This is in line with “INNOVATION FOR TRANSFORMATION AT THE to seek the God of his ancestor David and in the twelveth year, he UNIVERSITY”, a theme that is guiding Ndejje University this year. began to purge Judah and Jerusalem of the high places……….. You do not need to strain your neck to look beyond your neighborhood (2 Chronicles 34:2-4). to know that we need transformation. The writing is everywhere on the Josiah’s healthy attitude towards God, helped to bring about amazing wall that our world is groaning for it. transformation of God’s chosen nation. He revitalized monotheism (the The society we live in is overtly permissive: Morals are twisted: Vice is exclusive worship and veneration of Yahweh’s name). He reinstated cerebrated whereas virtue is scorned. Cultural and religious authority the supremacy of God‘s temple and made it central to every sphere of is questioned and scoffed at. Corruption, which manifests itself in all life of God’s people. He consulted God’s prophets regularly for guid- forms of immorality, is the order of the day. Think about a phenomenon ance and reinstated the rule of law in Judah, patterned after the scroll like sexual immorality. Today sex can be played anywhere, anytime, of God’s word that was recovered during the temple reconstruction. anyhow, with anybody and with anything. Sexual vices such as rape, Brethren, like Josiah, our generation is the chosen generation. We defilement, sexualized entertainment, are rampant to say the least. have been given the mandate to restore moral sanity in this morally UNIVERSITY CHAPLAIN Our young people are exposed to a culture of violence and strikes broken generation. However, to successfully and effectively carry for- REV LATIMER MUWANGUZI SSENDI (SENIOR CHAPLAIN) through social and electronic media almost on a daily basis. There is ward Josiah’s mantle and execute our Divine mandate to bring about escalating selfishness which is exhibited in self centered actions with- transformation, we must resolve to make a difference. We must stand out caring whether they cause harm, injury or lead others to tempta- out from the negative legacies and examples of those who failed their tion. Wreck-less driving, Marital infidelity, Human sacrifice, abortions, God given life assignments. We must look up to the few remnants, and the like, are all negative returns of selfishness. We are at a time authentic models that history presents to us relentlessly and emulate where every moral fiber seems to be crumbling down. Values such as those. True, there is scarcity of role models to look up to such as; virginity are increasingly being mocked. “Virginity is not dignity but lack Janan Luwum and Festo Kivengere, to mention but a few. of opportunity.” some loose people say. God’s purpose is to build us into a people of power and praise to go Such a situation of permissiveness and moral decay is similar with the through this land with his spirit and will,glorifying his precious name. period inherited by King Josiah the revivalist we read about in the Old The writer of this article is both the University Chaplain and the coor- Testament books of the Holy Bible. (CF 2 Chronicles 2:34; 1-end & 2 dinator of Christian Ethics course in Ndejje University; which helps to Kings 23:4-20). create a value oriented society with honorable values, where people Josiah‘s ancestors left behind an unworthy legacy of internal and blend intellectual prowess with moral excellence, integrity and loyalty external turmoil, wider unrest, pervasive polytheism, and a state of to God and our country. anarchy. The environment in Judah was polluted with immorality. It was The Chapel at this Christian based University, is at the center of the saturated with moral decay. There were scenes of political coups and wheel that drives the University. Let us continue to be a Josiah of our violence all around. Atheism overtook the Israel nation. present time, then, our devotion to God will make transformation a The key moral lesson our generation can pick from young king Josiah reality. We have no doubt that with these qualities; we shall surely who started his reign as king of Judah at the infant age of eight, is that realize the quality of transformation desirable for this great University. young as he was, this king went against the negative legacy of his im- God Bless You all. mediate ancestors and resolved to make a difference! He overlooked 4 Guest Message Ndejje University Magazine

Ndejje University Not in any Danger Fizzling out

those trained at Kigumba who are not enough. The government will further require, graduates in science to check pipelines and reservoirs.

I thank Ndejje University for helping the government rehabilitate the Luwero Triangle; this is one area that was devastated during the 1981 NRA war and by starting such a big University, you are greatly helping us rehabilitate the place. The government will adopt a policy, whereby the private universities, that are moving along the government vision, will be supported to enable them to continue with their amiable sustainable development programmes and projects. I pledge to start with one billion shillings but this will I congratulate the founding proprietors of Ndejje University for re- be increased over time. I will expect that the University will put the sponding to the Government call on liberalization of higher edu- funds to good use. I further pledge through the ministry of works cation and starting Ndejje University. I also congratulate them for to rehabilitate the road that connects Ndejje University to Bombo having the right vision for a university. The bible says that a nation Highway which will further develop Ndejje University and the sur- without vision perish, similarly, any institution without the correct rounding areas. vision will soon fizzle out. According to what I have seen, Ndejje University is not in any danger of fizzling out anytime soon but it is poised for sustained growth. This can be seen in the investments that the institution has put in place making a strong foundation for an even stronger institution in the future. I thank you for making good use of students’ fees. Using the limited funds; you have been able to navigate through to this level. I have been particularly impressed by the university’s management vision in starting programmes in engineering, computer science, petrol chemicals, science educa- tion, auditing, economics and accounting. I assure you that these students will not lack jobs. Although I appreciate the other social sciences and humanities, courses, the university should concen- trate on sciences because the market is big and wide.

The government is supportive of what Ndejje University is doing and I advise that the management makes a proposal to the government on laboratories equipments and materials so that the university can supplement the work of the government laboratories. These labo- ratories can also increase on university income. The government pledges to support, the petroleum science course which is going On two occasions (15th August and 30th October, 2014), Pres. to be very useful especially as we gear up to oil extraction. The Yoweri Kaguta Museveni of the Republic of Uganda has visited university should consider training diploma holders who can work Ndejje University to familiarize with its developments. These are in the technical areas to assist the degree holders. The govern- excerpts of his speeches. ment will absorb all the Engineering students from Ndejje University upon graduation in the areas of oil refinery at the oil wells to boost

5 Ndejje University Magazine Top Management The Role of Higher Education In The Ethics of Sustainable Development beyond observation and description to thought and action. And in- deed in our circumstances they should find ways to feed their soul, body as well as their mind. Iam excited to see the new growth and development exhibited at every sphere within the implementation of the Strategic Plan, 2012- 2017. I would like to appreciate the teams that work with me both within and outside the University to ensure the smooth running of activities and cumulative improvements in the University. The Uni- versity has completed Mid-Term Review of its Strategic Plan 2012- 2017, which hinges on the nine Strategic Plan pillars including but not limited to:

Governance Ndejje University has maintained good governance policy through regular meetings and deliberations by the Top Management Com- mittee which is supplemented by the Deans Committee forming the Central Executive Committee of the University as per the Uganda National Council for Higher Education requirement.The University Ndejje University is a Christian based academic Institution, where Council on the other hand, has performed well its functions as laid the fear of God brings knowledge and wisdom. Ndejje University is down in the University Charter. The Board of Trustees which com- committed to: prises six Bishops from Central Buganda offers valuable advice to • Respecting equality of all human beings as the community of the management of the University. The Guild Representative Body God’s people irrespective of ethnic, social and political inclina- is active in representing students’ affairs to the University Manage- tions, or gender and religious differences; ment. • The freedom to practice and spread the gospel faithfully as Memorandum of Understanding: commanded by Christ; Ndejje University signed a number of Memoranda of Understanding • Promotion of sharing openly for social justice and reconcilia- to strenghten its governace and these include: tion among people; 1. Academic Records Management System (ARMS) that provides • Providing Christian education, training and research relevant software that facilitates management of Students’ Records and to local needs and to initiate and develop suitable Christian Information. activities and services that will strengthen the Church and community including its leadership structures; 2. To enhance professionalism of our courses, the University has • Facilitating and enhancing the spirit of cooperation within the also completed a Memorandum of Understanding with Makerere community and the outside world and; University College of computing and information Science acade- my centre to start CISCO program • Promoting of partnership with other Universities, tertiary insti- tutions and the entire community 3. The University signed a Memorandum with Higher Education Loans Board HELB (Nairobi Kenya) and the Higher Education Ndejje University has continued to offer education, learning and Students Financing Board (HESFB) – Uganda. training based on the three elements of sustainable development, namely social, economic and environmental. It is emphasized that 4. The University has also signed a memorandum with the Norwe- in seeking meaning and contribution, the education acquired by our gian Petroleum Academy, a leading publishing partner for the oil graduates should not end when they leave campus. The time spent and gas industry in Norway. Its mission is to supply training and in the University is a prelude. The graduates must continue to grow competence for the oil and gas industry and to offer the best intellectually, to foster their curiosity and imaginations, and prac- instructional programmes e-learning solutions and training ser- tice courage and self-discipline in whatever they do. Our students vices for the industry worldwide. are trained to continue to challenge their assumptions and more 6 Top Management Ndejje University Magazine

5. The University has further signed three MOUs with the Universi- its best education and training practices and services. Our philos- ty of Virginia, the University of Riverside, California and Chosun ophy is to compete against ourselves by bettering our own record University in the fields of; Research, Exchange Programs, Tech- and keep improving. nology and Medicine. Ndejje University has yet again won another Award of the 2015 6. The University has also signed a MoU with the International Uganda Sustainable Development and this award was based on Woodball Federation mandating Ndejje University as a sole man- the recognition that the Institution has embraced the three dimen- ufacturer of Woodball equipment in Uganda. The equipments is sions of Sustainable Development namely; social, economic and now distributed in the African market which is to be applauded. environmental aspects. The International Woodball Federation sends experts to offer The achievements so far registered are premised on a very strong training to our staff in the production of Woodball equipment that Planning and Budgeting Cycle and a Strategic Plan with clear are of international quality and standards. objectives and benchmarks. The emphasis is essentially on re- 7. Memoranda of Understanding have been signed with ACCA cruitment of a manageable number of talented students, provision Uganda Chapter and UMA with respect to professional courses, of a learning ambient where students can nurture and grow their internship and industrial training of our students and staff in the potentials to the fullest, and recruit and retain competent staff who area of inter-disciplinary collaborative research with the private interact freely with administrators and students. sector. Science and Technology

Attributes of Ndejje University Ndejje University boasts of state-of-the-art laboratories in Civil, Ndejje University is among the leading Chartered Private Univer- Electrical, Mechanical, Geomatics and Petroleum Engineering. sities in Uganda. Its physical infrastructural development and its Very innovative experiments are currently conducted and will form adventure in scientific and technology programmes have no equal a basis for improved research and innovation. among private Universities in this country. As regards ICT, the University received a delegation from Book This University is unique in that it is concentrating on education and bank (Uganda) Limited, based at the University of Amsterdam. training that build fundamental traits of character moulded around It presented opportunities of accessing more than 50,000 books fear of God-such as honesty, courage, persistence, compassion, on their platform with in-built sinology that prohibits photocopying service and responsibility. We believe that a person who is morally the materials. The increased number of HOTSPOTS at the Main educated will be a lot better equipped to move up in life or succeed campus by MTN and RENU connectivity at Kampala Campus have than with a morally bankrupt person, with excellent academic qual- increased internet accessibility and efficiency. ifications. There have been improvements in the utilization of ICT in pedago- Ndejje University won the Uganda Responsible Investment (URI) gy and the entire delivery system. A number of course materials award as the best private University in Uganda in 2012 basing on have been uploaded to ease accessibility.

7 Ndejje University Magazine Top Management Research rating. Consequently, according to the recent web ranking (July 2015), Ndejje University was ranked 6th position in Uganda. The University is very much aware of the role of research in a Uni- versity. Consequently it has developed a Research Policy (2014). Sports Science We have embarked on a rapid formation of a critical mass of re- Ndejje University is a renowned power-house of Inter-University search workers. Our graduate programmes in all disciplines have a Sports competition in Uganda and East Africa. Currently it retained component of training young researchers and retain them. the East African Inter-University Champion. It is known for leading In Engineering and Technology research is premised on harness- the way in developing and promoting Sports in this country. ing and exploiting our national resource base especially in the area It offered space to the Uganda Woodball Federation (UWbF) at its of renewable energy, water, construction, forestry, material science, Main campus to house the newly acquired Wood ball equipment waste management and disposal. manufacturing plant. The University also offers technical expertise Research in the Faculty of Business and Administration is concen- from the state-of-the-art Faculty of Engineering to assist the Wood- trating on solving contemporary management and administrative ball manufacture the equipment. It has won a franchise to popu- problems in society. larize the game and market the Woodball equipment in the region. Social Science has provided key insights in the area of poverty and Sports have given Ndejje University wide international and regional its effects in society. visibility as attested by the mobility of the players. The institution has established a fully furnished office for the National University The University has embarked on new projects which are designed Sports Federation of Uganda at our Kampala campus. within the framework of Sustainable Development. Some of the new projects in place include Liquid soap, Biogas, Water purification and Ndejje University is also implementing a “Community Youth, Sports Skin Ointment and establishment of the Ndejje Humanoid Robot Program” (CYSP) that empowers youths within the community Development, that combines both artificial intelligence and ICT through sports. This is done through Action Research initiative competencies. where data is collected on the youths and analyzed to find out their skills gaps. The project is supported by Netherlands. The research function of any relevant University is crucial. Private Universities in Sub-Saharan Africa are increasingly experiencing Ndejje University sports guru student Dorcus Ajok won a gold med- research funding gaps, and these affect research productivity. Like- al in the World University games in South Korea. This is the first wise Ndejje University being a private University has inadequate gold to be won by a Ugandan female athlete in the World University research funds. However, we resolve to plan strategically especial- Games since their inception. ly with respect to competencies in research human ware. The rate The pertinence of a higher education institution will continue to be called in question if it abdicates from its corporate social respon- sibility. Ndejje University received a donation of 160 balls from General Motors (USA) through Coaches Across Continent that has very close ties with Ndejje University. The University has distributed these balls to community schools across the country. Ndejje University Youths Sports Project is an initiative under the Department of Sports. It was started to empower, transform and enhance abilities of youths from Ndejje University campus and the surrounding community through sports. Academics

In our academic pursuit, we are concentrating on a pedagogical framework based on Quality Assurance, Empathy and Ethics.

On admission to Ndejje University there is an inherent social and academic contract between the students and the University. There- fore once the student has satisfied all requirements for a full time of doctoral completion of our staff is positive and encouraging and category, it is incumbent upon the University to turn him/her into a these new academics form a cornerstone for our research. useful, educated and competitive graduate. The University has improved our Publication and Citation score and

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In this respect, Quality Assurance has been strengthened by em- We have started to exploit this area locally. Our entry point is ployment of Quality Academic Auditor and the Top Management through student attachments and lecturers are exploring joint re- together with the Deans have ensured that essential inputs with search opportunities in industries. Likewise, our laboratories and a favourable learning ambient are provided. Missing lectures by workshops should serve Industries especially in the construction both lecturers and students is a grave offence that should attract and highway engineering options. The University has an elaborate a punishment. Internship Policy. All our accredited programmes are undergoing renovation to make Ndejje University is currently benefiting from donations of literature, them more relevant to the market. This is done by close collabora- textbooks and scholarships from Madhvani Foundation (Uganda), tion with employers and the private sector. Book Aid International, Invisible Children Fund, State House, World Vision Uganda UNHCR and Embassy of Southern Sudan. New Programmes of Study 2015/2016 Graduate School The University has started the Faculty of Law and a department of Graduate students guided by the graduate policy are encouraged Biblical Studies and Christian Leadership, Master of Sustainable to publish at least two peer-reviewed publications before they grad- Agriculture and Rural Development (MSARD). Master of Arts in uate. Peace and Human Rights , Bachelor of Science in Oil and Gas Management, BA in International Business Management, BA in The University has acquired a new spacious complex in a serene NGO Management, and BA in Events Management. The University environment to host the graduate school. The complex which come is also working in collaboration with Kiwoko Hospital to develop a with the state of Art facilities will encourage students in proposal course content for Clinical Medical Officers. writing, writing grants winning proposals and compete favorably with their peers on the international level. The University has embarked on the Bachelor of Technical Teacher Education (BTTE) programme in the i.e. Electrical, Civil and Build- Infrastructure ing, Mechanical Engineering, Garment and Fashion Design. These are meant to equip students with skills in line with the policy of The year 2014 saw the completion of the Science and Technolo- ‘Skilling Uganda’, which is the main focus of the Government. The gy block at the Main campus, completion of block D at Kampala Ministry of Education and Sports is partnering with Ndejje Universi- campus; completion of female hostel at Lady Irene campus, sign- ty and is sponsoring the students for that programme. ing of a MoU with Mityana Diocese that led to the completion of the Male Hostel (Noah’s Ark at Main Campus) acquisition of more The University has also embarked on Extra Mural programmes in land at Kampala campus including a home for the graduate school order to renovate its curricula and address students’ needs and en- at Rubaga, establishment of the Ndejje Humanoid Robot Devel- able the University meet its obligations to students and staff in light opment, Main Administration block remodeling, and a temporary of the demands of market forces and in response to the require- students’ parking lot created at Kampala campus. ments of the National Council for Higher Education for quality as- surance. Ndejje University has strengthened its academics through Finance quality assurance by employing an academic auditor. Although Ndejje University’s financial sustainability is heavily de- Partnerships/Collaboration pendent on tution, efforts are being made through the project plan- ning unit to initiate generating revenue to widen and deepen the Membership resource base to reduce over dependence on fees. Some of the areas being explored are farming and commercial tree planting. Ndejje University is currently consolidating and operationalising its membership with Association of African University (AAU). This membership increases University visibility in the international front The graduands through the International Association of Universities, UNESCO and As you advance, pursue something that brings real meaning and Inter-university Council of East Africa (IUCEA), especially in the purpose to you and look for opportunities to contribute to something area of Quality Assurance and Research. greater than yourself. Do it with integrity and respect for others. Be kind and continue to learn. Foster your curiosity and imagination The University hosts Doctoral Network Uganda, an organization and portray the courage and self discipline you have exhibited so coordinating all Ugandan PHD holders and doctoral students in the far at this University. World with the aim of knowledge acquisition, publication and nur- turing young researchers.

9 Ndejje University Magazine Top Management Resource Creation at Ndejje University The Deputy Vice include the following; Chancellor (DVC) • Opening up and registering a University-based Consultancy deputizes the Chief that enables the university and the staff members to use their Executive Officer resources to diversify income sources. While the university is Dr Frederick Kakembo of Ndejje University registered as non-profit making, the consultancy will be meet- (Vice Chancellor). ing its own statuary tax obligations. The Deputy Vice Chancellor Responsibilities • A coordinating unit to promote partnerships and collabora- Under the office of tions between Ndejje University and community agencies the DVC include: monitoring and supervision of project activities in such as Universities, local governments, central government the university. Identifying and planning for appropriate development departments, research institutions, corporate world, civil soci- activities in conjunction with other relevant officers of the University. ety (NGO and CBOs) and other organizations. It is based at Kampala campus. So far about 5 Memoranda of Understanding Overseeing Quality Assurance in the university hand-in hand with (MOU) have been signed within the period in question. the directorate of quality assurance. This ensures that teaching, • A coordinating centre for the diffusion of Social and Technolog- research and community engagement activities are conducted in ical Innovations has been established, based at Ndejje Univer- accordance to appropriate standards. Inspection and maintenance sity Main campus. It is meant to assist communities to benefit of facilities to ensure delivery of quality services to students, the from scientific innovations at the university and in the country/ staff and to other stakeholders in line with resource creation and region at large. mobilisation. • Entrepreneurial units within the university faculties and depart- With respect to university’s development programmes, the DVC un- ments have been initiated. Basically, the objectives include im- dertakes the duty of resource creation and mobilization. In so doing, parting hands-on practical skills to the students and creating he links up stakeholders, academic institutions and various agen- opportunities for diversified income sources. The department cies to foster and enhance the development of the university. of Chemical engineering has started making liquid soap and detergents that will serve the university and other consumers The DVC, Dr Frederick Kakembo joined Ndejje University on 1st Oc- outside the university. tober 2014. He was formerly working at Uganda Christian University • A fully fledged quality Assurance Directorate has been inaugu- where he served as Dean of students for 8 years and later served as rated. It oversees quality services, teaching, and research and an Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies for 4 years. community engagement activities across the entire university. There are a number of innovations that have been introduced by the At the moment, it has three fulltime staff members and a num- DVC which promise to take the university to another level. These ber of faculty/departmental representatives.

The Symbiotic Innovations in the Academic Registrar’s Department

I greet you In the Mighty Name to all the parents, guardians and various sponsors without whose of our Lord Jesus Christ, the efforts, the graduands appearing today, clad in their academic Academic Registrar’s (AR) attires, could not have realized their goal. The Academic Regis- Department welcomes you all trar’s Department, extends their thanks to all partners in education, to this auspicious occasion of particularly those of 2014/15 academic year for the tremendous the 17 th graduation congregation of Ndejje University. I extend our support. heartfelt, sincere congratulations to all the graduands for the hard academic work they put in order to book their place at these ambi- Special thanks to the teaching and non-teaching staff of the Univer- ent grounds of our Main Campus. sity, for having put in efforts to ensure that our special guests today are at their best as they step out to join the world. The University Our further congratulations and deep appreciations are extended has invested heavily in the graduands; we have no doubt that their

10 Top Management Ndejje University Magazine impact will resonate at family, community, national and international the internet accessibility efficiency has increased at our two Cam- levels of their operations. puses; and indeed in the whole University.

We also wish to inform all guests today that Ndejje University has New Programmes have been developed in the University’s quest invested a lot in financial and manpower resources to ensure that for academic diversification under the encouragement and support the quality of the academics is realized and maintained. To en- of the Academic Registrar’s Department. The university currently sure quality and good service delivery, the University has set up has demand-driven programmes such as Law, Bible Studies and the Quality Assurance Department,involving the academic auditor Christian Leadership, Postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood who works with the Academic Registrar’s department to ensure Education, Bachelor and Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts, that academic excellence is upheld at all levels of learning. This Diploma in Animal Production and Extension, and several others. ranges from scrutinizing admissions of qualified students, lecture Also, the University has embraced new scientific programmes like attendance by both students and staff, strict adherence to curricular making robots, bio-gas, water purification, skin ointment, liquid accredited by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE); soap, etc – all within the Faculty of Engineering. and ensuring that the examination process and other forms of eval- uation are above board. The Faculty of Basic Sciences and Information Technology has also embarked on the innovation of automating some of its cours- The department is aware that the foundation and growth of the Uni- es. This will see some course units computerized and made avail- versity or any academic institution, is its strong academic structure. able on CDs, DVDs and on-line with the necessary encryptions. This innovation will go a long way in making the University learning Since its inception, way back in 1992, Ndejje has focused on resources available and accessible, as well as enabling easy and strengthening its academic arena. As the first private University economic introduction of both e-learning and distance learning. in Uganda, Ndejje was concerned about students who could not access higher education in the then few available public institu- Through our Extra – Mural Policy, spearheaded by the Academic tions of higher learning, even when they had the minimum entry Registrar’s Department, the University offers short courses to both requirements. Although private universities have, over time sprout- the students and outsiders under a module system. The students ed , Ndejje has maintained a competitive edge in the national mar- access these courses in addition to their normal academic pro- ket-centred education. gramme. For example, a student studying a Bachelor of Arts in So- cial Work and Social Administration, can also study a short course The department is proud to inform you that since the operational- in accountancy. All this is aimed at empowering our students with ization of the Academic Records Management System (ARMS) higher competitive power in the job market. during the 2013/14 academic year, all the students’ records have been captured and are accessible by the students on-line. ARMS is The Commencement Lectures for the graduating class that was a multi-faceted information system comprising of: a student’s infor- initiated with the graduands of the 16th graduation of October 2014 mation system, a management information system, an admissions is another innovation under the Academic Registrar’s Department. management system, and a learning The lecture is aimed at enabling the graduating stu- management system. dents get tips on basic entrepreneurial, communica- tion, interview, job application skills, and general ad- The ARMS offers an assortment of We are proud to inform vice on the outside the University gates. The lecture services, some of which include: online you that since the hosts outstanding entrepreneurs from within and out- access to academic progress, online operationalization of side the country to encourage the outgoing students the Academic Records registration, access to coursework, and get a soft landing in the outside world. So far, the Management System (ARMS) evaluation of teaching. The system also Academic Registrar’s Department has had a positive offers prospective students a platform, during the 2013/14 academic year, all the students’ records feedback and plans were initiated to re-institute anoth- that is, Prospective Students’ Portal have been captured and are er lecture for this very class graduating today, the 16th (PSP) for those wishing to apply for ad- accessible by the students of October, 2015. mission online. on-line. Innovations have a bearing on students’ recruitment The Learning Management System and ability to achieve the required enrollment targets because (Teach) offers an online environment where the students and lec- we are all competing in the job market. The tastes of our clients turers can interact with minimum physical meeting. Hence, the are ever changing and, therefore, call for innovations in areas of ARMS, an innovation spearheaded by the Academic Registrar’s research, infrastructure, and programmes offered in order to stay department, helps to enhance both the distance and in-service afloat. learning programmes of the University. In this vein, therefore, the Academic Registrar’s Department is hap- The University has increased the students’ access to the internet py to report that Ndejje University has innovated and continues to by establishing a number of HOTSPOTS at our Main campus using innovate through the attached embrycal code to the faculties and the MTN Company. Also, the RENU connectivity at our Kampala departments. Campus has increased the internet accessibility there. Therefore,

11 Ndejje University Magazine Top Management Strengthening Human Resource at Ndejje University

The University Secretary (US) The reporting line has been streamlined as per the new Human Re- Elijah Kiyingi is the office responsible for the source Manual with a view of creating efficiency and effectiveness. UNIVERSITY SECRETARY general administration under the Most importantly, we expect all departments falling under the Uni- guidance of the Vice Chancellor. versity Secretary or any other office for that matter to file reports on The University Secretary to the Council and all University Boards, fortnightly basis showing the achievements and challenges on top of oversees the maintenance of University facilities, equipment and hu- suggesting way forward. man resource management. Communication This office growth is driven by expansion and development at the The communication channels have been streamlined to allow easy University. For the last 5 years its operations have expanded tremen- flow of information within the university. This has been facilitated by dously and so have the demands on the services offered by Office, the formulation of the communications policy that was approved by necessitating new strategies to achieve desired results, these strat- the council, this is expected to minimise challenges caused by inef- egies are the new innovations in the US department, which include; fective communication. Office Space Although University Secretary is the secretary to the Council and all The Office of the University Secretary has been expanded to accom- university Boards, the decentralization allows Desk Officers to take modate at least 10 people for a meeting. The office has also acquired minutes for ease of follow up and implementation of resolutions from equipments like the -safe for custody of important documents, a pho- the various Boards in liaison with the University Secretary. tocopier for photocopying confidential and sensitive documents. The creation of a Central Registry has helped to decongest the US office. The decentralization has made it easy for desk officers to prepare ac- Staff Training Issues tion reports, from board meetings, recommendations and resolutions for Top Executives. The staff under University Secretary’s office have attended several workshops in a bid to improve their output. Staff development has The Boards include : been priotised to improve socially and academically. The staff have also allowed bench marked with other institutions of higher learning BOARD  DESK OFFICER and organizations of repute. Regularising The Reporting Line • Finance Board Bursar • Staff Appointments and Welfare Board Human Resource • Tender Board Procurement Officer • The Planning and Development Board Project Planning Officer • The Student’s Affairs Committee Dean of Students • The Tribunal Legal Officer • Estates and Works Board Estates Officer

Management Issues Officers constantly remind the Top Executives of recommendations/ resolutions from the various Boards. The Top Management Committee have changed from two weeks to monthly to give more time to sub committees to complete the The Secretaries of these committees are the Desk Officers who previous meeting’s recommendation follow through recommendations of the committees. This has re- duced the long process of decision making on sensitive issues This decentralization has worked excellently; it is now very easy to thus making decision making process collective and rational. prepare the Action Reports from Board meetings because the Desk The sub committees include:

Committee Chairperson • The HRO Committee Vice Chancellor • The Estates and Works Committee University Secretary • The Planning Committee Deputy Vice Chancellor • The Finance Sub Committee Vice Chancellor • The Tender Committee University Secretary

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Central Management Committee Conclusion The Central Management Committee as provided for in the Charter For an institution to have a competitive edge it should aspire to manages day to day operations of the University’. This committee innovate in order to stay relevant in the dynamic and competitive consists of Heads of departments who sit once a Semester and environment. Therefore the office of the University Secretary will review reports from departments. continue to ensure that more fundamental and positive changes are implemented.

Innovations in the 2015/16 Academic Year

Wilfred Kato First and foremost Surveillance will aid us in intelligence gathering, and the prevention we take this op- and investigation of crime from common vices currently among stu- Dean of students portunity to thank dents of stealing laptops, mobile phones and other valuables from the people and hostel rooms to other more serious offenses. Moreover, we are departments that have made the life of students on campus com- planning to station custodians at the various halls of residences. fortable and secure: Administration, Office of the Dean of Students, Their primary responsibilities will be to monitor visitor’s arrivals and Health Centre, Estates Department, Chaplaincy, Catering Depart- departures, maintenance of hostel utilities, security duties, keeping ment, Academic Registrar’s Office, Office of the Guild, and Depart- records of all hostel occupants, and keeping room keys of students ment of Sports. who move out of the hostels. Student welfare is dynamic and complex, and therefore calls upon It has also come to our attention that we need to discuss with the plenty of inventiveness, alertness, tender care and teamwork. Our finalists more in-depth because the job market is highly competitive. mission is to always help the students on campus to thrive. We shall invite inspirational speakers who have experience regard- ing the dynamics of the work environment and current trends in the Our department works with students of all backgrounds and diver- local and international job markets. When students graduate they sities throughout their years of study, so we must address areas of do not cease to be part of Ndejje University, but they enlarge our the entire student experience: concerns and challenges from the external network of Alumni which has a large stake and significant first day they report in to their day of graduation. Our short and role in the University. medium term goals revolve around developing innovative solutions to student issues and concerns. Another important area we need to work upon is student feedback. This mechanism is vital because through this approach we get to To begin with, an area of innovation is the use of bulk messaging know students’ experiences regarding their welfare and continually in the dissemination of mass SMS messages to student mobile learn how we can improve in our support. Students will be able to phones. At the time of student reporting we shall receive all stu- share their views through social media and suggestion boxes that dents’ mobile phone contacts. We shall use this approach to reach will be strategically located. Our mission is to continually seek ways students at the shortest time to pass on important information, for to improve our support through welfare related services, and with- example reporting dates, important policy issues, security alerts out feedback we cannot do this. upcoming workshops and epidemic warnings. Additionally, if resources are available we are planning to introduce Clear communication between administration and students is perti- a toll-free number that will allow students to reach our office without nent. We are planning to put up loud speakers to pass on informa- being charged for their calls. The cost of the calls will be met by tion to the students, creating a community radio of sorts. Because the University in the spirit of improving our customer care services. of location, this radio will mainly serve resident students, but the same information will be sent to local radios located within the Finally, the office of the Dean of Students would like to initiate a non-resident student communities. We shall, as much as possible, follow-up program for students who have been discharged from the try to transmit content that is popular and relevant to student com- University Health Center and/or other hospitals. We believe this will munities. help the recovering students emotionally and psychologically. This will quicken the recovery of our students and let them know that the Second, is the project in collaboration with Top University admin- University is here to support them. istration: the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV). This development is costly, therefore we shall need support from top THE FEAR OF THE LORD BRINGS KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM administration. We currently live in an era full of terrorist threats. 13 Ndejje University Magazine Graduate School

GRADUATE SCHOOL Puts Emphasis on Research and Publication

Dr. Rita Makumbi Director, School of Graduate Studies

he Graduate school is designed to equip students with the ability to Tconceive and execute innovative ideas. Our students constitute a proportion of the workforce in this country and they are continuously challenged to succeed in an increasingly complex world; Ndejje University allows them to manage innova- tions and embrace change. The criticality of innovations for a better society has been embraced at the Graduate School through research work and projects as the pivot of fundamental change. In today’s ways of conducting business, irrespective of the sector, grounded research assists in the development of new products and services that allows one to attain the much sought after competitive advantage.

The shift towards continued transformation are encouraged to critically examine the an innovative technical importance and is what the Graduate School is aiming for relevance of existing models and to evalu- awareness of the current and evolving tech- through the various quality assurance levels ate if these have the ability to solve tomor- nologies in the IT field which is a vital tool in under the research portal. The internal and row’s problems, dissemination of research today’s competitive business environment. external ‘eye’ allow our students to reinstate is done in conjunction with the Research Masters in Agriculture and Sustainable Ru- themselves into gainful employment upon Directorate. As part of our strategy to be ral Development which is pertinent to an ag- completion. In addition the Guest Speaker market leader there is concerted effort to ricultural based economy and a large per- Series bring together all the faculties at the respond to new societal challenges, the centage of which is rural, this program is to school to boost dynamism and coherence faculties together with the Graduate School enhance consistency of agricultural practic- among the students has been very much put in extra effort to improve existing pro- es that will in turn allow rural development appreciated as this provides a platform for grams and rigorously survey the market for in the country and the region at large. real-life experiences, and these cut across new areas that have not been exploited for all boundaries to focus on capabilities example programs like the; The Graduate School is the apex of inno- needed for effective practice, with visitors Diploma in Early Childhood is an ingenious vations through a combination of processes like Canon Godfrey Njagala (Seasoned Ed- to improve on nursery teaching and man- and structures which help it to reach its vi- ucationist) and Mrs. Aggie Asiimwe Konde agement given the growing population in ability; this threshold is continuously being (Managing Director- NTV Uganda) who Uganda and the majority of which is in this raised so as to stay competitive. Fear of have brought their vast experiences and age bracket. God brings knowledge and wisdom. shared with our students. Masters in Information Technology provides Through public lectures, Graduate students

14 Deans of Faculties Ndejje University Magazine

Where you are right now: Does not determine where you will have to end Dear graduands it can this is to focus on understanding the people who are successful, be challenging to fore- study their biographies, because that is where you will find some see a future with little or answers eventually. Talk positive with phrases like ‘I can do it’; ‘they Dr Saidah Mbooge Najjuma no experience. However, have done it before’; ‘these are problems requiring solutions’. In ad- Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences it is important to treat dition, exercise critical thinking skills. The beginning is tough, and your training experience you might need important ideas from important people to support at Ndejje University as a yourself. All of us have been part of this journey. Outside there, journey and a valuable process that has prepared you for important people are either selling what they think is possible or what they targets. For instance, if you cannot immediately find a job, this can believe is impossible. Get closer to those who are smarter than be turned into some experience through which you have to learn you. It is about the values you have accumulated, not the years something. You have to be patient; you have to look at the process of schooling completed that will bring the benefits in your life. Take and go gradually to achieve your dreams. The reasons for main- every opportunity to learn more and put what you have learnt into streaming certain programs such as entrepreneurship and finance practice. Then you will succeed. Our role has been to maintain ed- for non-financial managers among others in the Social Sciences ucation quality and prepare you for the outside world. We have set Curriculum was to liberate our students from the club of job seekers the beginning enjoy the process of growth. and to prepare them to be their own bosses! One way to achieve

So another Phase in Life

Dr Milly Kwagala Oidu On behalf of all my col- and future accomplishment. Dean, Faculty of Business leagues, I can say that it As you have noticed during your time here, we have ambitious Adminstration & Management has been a great plea- plans for the University and would like to thank you for your pa- sure having you in the tience contributions towards it whilst we have been investing in its Faculty of Business Administration & Management and we take infrastructure facilities. The university’s reputation is important to enormous pride in your achievements. We hope that time at Ndejje you, and we shall do our very best to make sure it continues to University has exceeded your initial expectations and that your flourish. leave with great memories of this part of your life. “You must have a high threshold for Frustration. Take it from the This is also the start of another phase in your life. You are about to guy who was turned down by every studio in Hollywood. You must choose where you will go next: whether to a job, further study, or knock on doors until your know knuckles bleed. Doors will slam in another activity. We are confident that you will be able to use not your face; however, you must pick yourself up; dust yourself off, and only the knowledge and the skill, but, also the values that you have knock again. It’s the only way to achieve your goals in life, Micheal gained during your time at Ndejje University . Uslan. We would like to stay in touch with our alumni; you are still part of Whatever you are doing after your graduation, I wish you the best Ndejje University family, even when you move on. We hope that you of luck for the future”. will remain interested in your University and feel pride in its present

15 Ndejje University Magazine Deans of Faculties Ndejje University, Faculty Of Engineering The Faculty objectives are broadly stated goals pertaining to career and professional accomplish- ments desired of students Dr. Albert Rugumayo years after graduation. Dean of Faculty of Engineering The following objectives have been identified as the Faculty’s goals for successful student achievement that will satisfy constituents’ needs and fulfill the Faculty’s mission. The Faculty offers a Four Year Bachelor of Engineering in the who are diploma holders. The teaching has been supported by the disciplines of civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering provision of tutorial assistants in the core courses of mathematics, and geomatics. The uniqueness about all Bachelor of Engineer- computing, mechanics, engineering drawing, thermodynamics, ing Programmes offered by Ndejje University is that the first two fluid mechanics and electrical systems, who has enhanced their semesters are similar and therefore, all potential candidates for performance significantly. civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering initially, offer the The overall objective of our Bachelor of Engineering Programme same courses. They choose an area of speciality at the end of the is to produce Engineering Graduates with a distinct educational second semester. Those who wish to pursue geomatics will also base who are practical, articulate, numerate, literate, imaginative, do some of the same courses in the first and second semesters versatile, confident and inquisitive. as with the other engineering students. The purpose of this ap- Such graduates should have the potential to take responsibility for proach is to improve the background of engineering students and innovation, technology transfer and change, looking for ways of ex- assist them in making informed choices about their intended area ploiting emerging technologies and, where appropriate, promoting of speciality. This particular approach is in response to the rapidly advanced designs and design methods. changing field of engineering, where many of the traditional bound- aries are disappearing. This means the graduate engineer must The Faculty has 70 members of staff including both full time and be equipped to enter a career in which they will see many chang- part time lecturers and over1200 students across the disciplines. es. The graduate engineer must be able to accept the challenges The first cohort of about 30 students in civil and electrical engineer- these changes represent, be innovative and, where necessary im- ing graduated in October 2011. To date we have produced over plement the change understanding the implications for finance and 160 graduates across the engineering disciplines. A new Faculty management. The first year class of academic year 2015/16 was building worth US$3.5 million with advanced equipment was con- large and had about 350 students, who included over 110 students structed and is now in full use. on the loan program and 25 students on the weekend programme

Technology Adoption In Education And Transformation Technology ad- Subsequently, for a nation like Uganda, increasing access to uni- vancements have versity education is highly necessary. Education at universities in all transformed the disciplines must infuse technology in training to tap the ingenuity, world economy from entrepreneurship and innovativeness of students. Even so, aca- a predominantly demic and administrative staff should cultivate the same qualities manufacturing to of technology adoption in all activities to ensure that graduates are knowledge and inno- more productive and competitive. vation based econo- It is on such premises that the Faculty of Basic Sciences and In- my. Knowledge and formation Technology (FABASIT) at Ndejje University reckons its Innovation are critical in lubricating a country enroot the desired role in the development of the Ugandan economy as a center for Dean, IT Faculty employment rates, productivity and subsequent wealth creation. Technological Empowerment and Innovations. To achieve this, we

16 Deans of Faculties Ndejje University Magazine work towards becoming a choice for high-quality training and re- • Commitment: a commitment to innovation and excellence. search mindful of producing graduates that are productive under Our faculty has commitment to innovation as a core value. This all circumstances. The faculty therefore hatched a strategy to (a) is embodied by our novel courses and Computer Based Train- boost access to education through computer based education and ing (CBT) innovations training where computer technologies substitute instructors (b) • Motivation: we are highly motivated to doing good for the ev- ingraining entrepreneurship skills in all faculty curricula (c) create eryone especially to learners. For example, at the faculty we software technologies that work as solutions to business challeng- believe in making every student access teaching and learning es of inefficiency and ineffectiveness (d) create a public sector-pri- materials through a technology based environment without vate sector-university triangle to facilitate skills transfer to students being costly. through Industrial Training and other avenues (e) training students The Faculty of Basic Sciences and Information Technology gradu- on using technologies to enhance innovation, market access and ates students that are highly groomed in the value of tenacity from broaden business opportunities. our three sessions of Day, Evening and Weekend in the following We have core values that act as guiding principles that dictate be- major disciplines: Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology and havior and action in the faculty. These values are based on three Mathematics), Sports Science, Statistics and Planning, Quantita- pillars: tive Economics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Soft- • Quality: by using technology, we ensure that quality is es- ware Engineering, Information Science and Secretarial Studies. poused in all aspects of our operations including the students In all these disciplines, we ensure that modern-day courses are we enroll and graduate and the service we provide. mounted mindful of the futurist concerns.

Faculty of Arts: Departmental Activities and Innovations

be firing their art works at Lady Irene cam- • Soap (liquid & bar soap) and candle pus. Mainly pottery and sculpture pieces. making • Organizing talk shows • Packaging • Orientation of all first years • Digital learning or resource centre By Mr. Twinamasiko Emmanuel Faculty coordinator • Carrier and professional guidance to all Lighting tables the third years. Adding and refurbishing lighting tables for Faculty of arts is one of the growing facul- • Research and publications students to trace their works ties in Ndejje University , the following are • Monthly meetings for research the activities and innovations which are • Training manuals Potter’s Wheel and will be running throughout the three • Faculty fellowship This helps students of industrial art and departments which constitute faculty of • Public outreach/ giving back to the com- design to throw the pottery art pieces i.e. arts namely:- industrial art and design, munity cups, plates and bowels for mass produc- library and information science and eco- • Negotiation practical sessions tions nomics & entrepreneurship. b)Innovations. New courses a)Activities • Introducing entrepreneurship to all first The faculty has developed new courses Exhibition year students that are market oriented to meet world de- mand i.e. Bachelor of Law, Bachelor of Arts Exhibition of National Council for Higher • Designing Sacco software for Saccos in Gender and Development, Bachelor of Education Lugogo (NCHE) for universities which will be a source of income to the Organizational and Management science, in Uganda and outside and end of academ- faculty and benefits microfinance stu- Bachelor of Science in Economics and ic year exhibition at lady Irene campus for dents. Finance, Diploma in Micro Finance and day and weekend students of Ndejje Uni- • Practical entrepreneurship sessions Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Manage- versity. • Cookery & bakery ment. These courses are offered at both • Juice making Firing the kiln Kampala and Main campus. • Tomato and chili sauce making Students of Industrial art and Design will

17 Ndejje University Magazine Deans of Faculties Pioneering Ndejje University Education: Faculty of Education Faculty of Education is pioneer We have also introduced degree and diploma courses in creative Faculty of Ndejje University. and performing Arts courses in Education, the first of its Kind. Over the period of growth of In preparation for the forth coming curriculum to be applied in the University, the faculty has secondary school sector and to be effected in 2017. Mr. George William Ssemivule continued to offer courses that The National Council of Higher Education has constantly expressed Dean of Faculty of Education respond to the strategic needs concern about the quality of management and academic delivery of education sector and those in Higher Education institutions.To address this concern, the of the University. Faculty offers post graduate diplomas in Institutional Management At a time when teachers with grade II certificates wanted to upgrade and Pedagogy respectively for lecturer’s academic leaders and to grade five it was difficult with many challenges, the University lecturers respectively. responded by introduction of an In-service programme which was The Faculty has collaboration with five affiliated institutions namely: different from the usual distance learning which used to take three Dot EarlyChildhood Centre-Entebbe, Gayaza road Early Childhood years. Development Centre, Ebenezer Early childhood Centre-Mbale, In the same vein, the faculty has continued introducing innovative St. Stephen’s N.T.C -Lira Early Childhood Centre and Makerere programmes which respond to the present strategic focus of Metropolitan Institute-Kisoro Branch. Education sector. We offer courses in technical teacher Education Our collaboration has already yielded the first fruits of 64 students at degree and Diploma Levels responding to the Government who graduated with Certificates in Early Childhood Education strategy of skilling Uganda. We also offer certificate, Diploma, on 3rd Oct. 2015. We expect more institutions to come on board Degree and Post Graduate Diplomas in Early Childhood Education and collaborate with us in the near future so that we can together and development which are in line with the government Strategy of achieve the strategic objective of government in providing quality Promoting Early Childhood Development. education.

Supporting Going Green campaign According to Echo: Going the already changing global climate thus upsetting several lives of green simply means to live mankind and other species life, as an individual as well as As regards the emissions of chemicals into the atmosphere, the world a community, in a way that is is currently taking a lot of attention particularly in the industrialized friendly to the natural environment countries. The issue is becoming a collective responsibility for every Paddy Kityo and sustainable for the earth. body who cares about a clean environment. It is important that each Acting Dean, Faculty of Environment Furthermore, it also implies individual realizes the responsibility for preserving the environment and Agricultural Sciences contributing towards maintaining by making it part of daily life, create the same attitude in their families the natural ecological balance in and spread it to the community. At global level, trees and forests the environment, and preserving the planet and its natural systems are closely linked to weather patterns and also the maintenance of and resources. The earth we live in is the ultimate source of life. crucial balance in nature. Hence, the task of environment protection Thus, over exploitation of its resources undermines the very basis of is a universal responsibility of all of us. On a positive note,however, our own life. Currently what is happening around us is the destruction movements towards deeper commitment to environment protection and degradation of nature by human activity. The issue of protection through planting new trees and taking care of existing ones has and conservation of the earth is not only moral or ethical but a already taken route in many countries and is rapidly increasing. Ndejje question of survival. The way we respond to the challenges will University is much aware of this and has set aside large chunks of not only affect our generations, but other generations to come. The land for forestation programmes. The Faculty of Environment and destruction of natural resources results from ignorance, lack of Agricultural Science is taking lead in this environment protection respect for the earth's living things and greed. crusade. The adverse effects on forests through clearance for agriculture and The progammes offered by the Faculty address most of the salient settlements, and the emission of chemicals to the atmosphere have issues concerned with greening the country. The degree courses led to irregular rainfall patterns and global warming. The latter is include Forest Science and Environment Management, Environment responsible for changes in climate thereby affecting not only human and Natural Resources Management, Agro forestry and Plantation beings but also other living species. Due to population growth, large Forestry, Sustainable Agriculture and Extension, Agricultural numbers of trees are being cut for fuel and construction and land Entrepreneurship and Farm Management. Diploma courses include reclaimed for agriculture cultivation. The continuing decline in forests Sustainable Agriculture and Extension and Animal Production and in many parts of the world, Uganda inclusive, is adversely affecting 18 Faculty Innovations Ndejje University Magazine

Extension. All these programmes are tailored to sustainable use in Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development. We have turned of the resources and this takes in consideration the five principles out our pioneer post graduates today. We wish to congratulate all of going green namely; reducing pollution, conserve resources, our students both undergraduate and post graduates for having conserve energy, reduce consumption waste, and protect the earth's successfully completed their training programmes. We argue them to ecological balance. The Faculty also offers postgraduate programme go Green in their practices when they leave Ndejje University

Transformations at the Department of agriculture mixed with saw dust in an uncemented pit. The pigs placed in such a pit obtain 30% of their required feed from the saw dust turned into nutritious food by the micro-organisms. The set up also discourages flies, bad odour and since the pigs are ever busy excavating into the saw dust, they generate little noise. This makes pig farming a friendly enterprise in a neighbourhood. Pigs from IMO system are always clean and generally well-fed, thus generating more income. Ms. Olivia Makumbi An IMO pit of 20 m by 10 m can comfortably accommodate 6 piglets The Department has has 2 sections: Department of Crop Production from weaning to slaughter weight at 6 months. and Soil Science and the Department of Animal Production, Production of earthworms for feeding and provision of protein to Extension and Economics. chicken, fish and pigs has been started at the farm. The worms will In the quest for further improvement the department has introduced be reared in boxes at the farm and the excess fed to the animals. a new course entitled “Diploma of Animal Production and This innovation enables learners to realize that they don’t have to Extension (DAPE)” scheduled to commence in the academic year spend so much money purchasing protein-rich concentrates. They of 2015/2016, has been developed and is awaiting accreditation will save a lot of money producing worms and feeding them to the from National Council of Higher Education. A similar course animals. currently being offered at Bukalasa Agricultural College is not able The micro-water harvesting and boosting of soil fertility around to accommodate large numbers of potential students, desiring to fill each banana stool is a new technology being practiced in the in Animal production professionals gap in the sector. Our graduates banana plantation at the Demonstration farm. Apart from the will to a great extent help those farmers. water catchment basin constructed around the banana stool, the Ndejje University has embarked on fish farming with the ongoing resulting soil bund around the basin is planted with soil fertility construction of fish pond. The Cat fish species has been identified boosting plants like the leguminous and nitrogen fixing Jack as the premier while Papyrus plants are being planted in the dug bean (Canavalia sp) or the potassium donating Russian comfrey. reservoir to help filter the contaminated water before entering In addition, a sunken bed enriched by manure is constructed the fish pond. Training students in Aquaculture (Fish farming) will between the banana stools and planted with vegetables. This equip them with skills to start the enterprise in their homes; thus manure can be accessed by the banana roots while at the same encouraging self-employment. time the vegetables offer fresh source of nutrients to the people thus enriching their diet. This technology will enable our students There is also rearing of pigs using the IMO system at the to offer good advice to farmers about the ever-declining yields of Demonstration farm. This is the Indigenous Micro-organisms banana especially in this era of climate change. system whereby indigenous micro organisms are cultured and Social Sciences: Innovations in Field Programmes Obwona Jimmy, skills in problem identification, assessment Faculty Of Social Sciences and diagnosis i.e. prioritizing and analysing problems with/by and through the commu- The department of field work and internship nity, I identifying and explaining causes and in the faculty of Social Sciences initiated a effects; implementation of proposed actions, unique program to enhance students’ learn- evaluation of interventions, effectiveness and ing called block placement. This is a program efficiency, termination of the professional re- where students are placed in the rural areas lationship and advocating for change among in order to work with the community. It gives clientele systems. students an opportunity to translate theories learnt in the lecture theatre into practice in The faculty provides adequate preparatory adition to exposing them to poverty. This ex- work in order to make this a success by pro- ercise enables students to interact and learn viding students with relevant skills and knowl- from the community’s wealth of experienc- edge to enable them execute their tasks. In es. Students are at liberty to showcase their order to guarantee that students benefit from 19 Ndejje University Magazine Faculty Innovations field work, the block placement, is educa- participation in promoting university Ndejje university academic curriculum since tionally directed, coordinated and moni- education as they improve household it provides a learning ground for students to tored for all students. As such, supervised incomes. transform theoretical work learnt in lecture practice experience in the application of It can as well be a strategy of engaging the theatre into practice for example, develop- knowledge, values, ethics and practice community audience in an active, non intru- ment of skills, knowledge and profession skills is done by the university and work sive prospect and customer care activities of agricultural students, entrepreneurial based supervisors. that enables community transformation and abilities coupled with communication skills One of the key issues addressed during development. during the sensitization programs. field block placement is ensuring that stu- The community market has essence of in- It will also benefit Non Government Orga- dents “work with the community” and not vestment in local communities and promot- nizations because it will enforce outside “work for the community”. This ensures ing corporate social responsibility. This was support and willingness to the community that community participation is guaranteed the faculty initiative to avail ready market for market to carry out the activities for exam- hence sustainability of the work carried out community produce to be traded within the ple acquisition of loans is made easy with by students in the community. university premises. payment of interest. Furthermore, one of the new innovations The benefits of the community market were The concept of community market is a so- initiated is the “community market”. A to be shared among individuals and groups cial method of developing the community community market is a multi-purpose of people as indicated below; to the capacity of sustaining financially stu- community activity of producing and dents from the local community to excel in The community population within the uni- selling of local produce with an inten- the university programs. versity, Ndejje University students, staff, sion of increasing local community Department of Chemical Engineering The department of Chemical environment. Waste plastics have many harmful effects to the envi- Engineering has been in existence ronment. As a result of this challenge we embarked on an innova- for the past 6 years. It comprises of tive project that converts waste plastics to diesel fuel. In this project, staff at different levels of academic we developed a suitable catalyst to carry out the cracking reaction. Dan Egesa ranging from PhD holders, Masters The presence of catalyst lowers the reaction temperature and time. Faculty of Chemical Engineering and graduate assistants. The In addition, catalytic degradation yields a much narrower product department has been engaged in distribution of carbon atom number with a peak at lighter hydrocar- several innovative projects which include. bons and occurs at considerably lower temperatures. 1. Catalytic cracking/pyrolysis of waste plastics to diesel This approach seems to be the most promising to be developed It has been reported in literature that Kampala city alone has an into a cost-effective commercial polymer recycling process to solve annual accumulation of over 400,000 tons of waste plastic into the the acute environmental problem of plastic waste disposal.

1. Schematic representation of the apparatus used

5 4 2 1 3 1. Retort tube 2. Glasswool 9 3. Heat resistant lid 6 4. Furnace 5. Thermocouple 6. sample 7. Container for cooling ager 8. Cooling trap 8 10 9. Outlet 7 10. Gas bag

2. Water Treatment Using Simple and Cheap methods 3. Extraction of Curative/ Active ingredients from Most rural communities in Uganda lack clean drinking water, as a Plants for Treatment of Diabetes result we have had several outbreaks of water born diseases like We have been able to extract and identify chemical compounds cholera and typhoid. To bridge this gap, we have designed a simple from some plant species that have been proven to be effective in and cheap water treatment equipment that can kill all microorgan- the treatment of diabetes. isms and remove all chemicals in the water. These are some few of the many projects we have undertaken as a department. 20 Faculty Innovations Ndejje University Magazine Mechanical Engineering Students Finish with

outstanding projects Project 1: Heat exchanger The department has and the third cohort will be graduating in 2015 been in existence with six students. The department has well quali- Kivumbi Benard since 2009 and fied staff and equipped laboratories and has start- Faculty of Mechamical Engineering offers a four year ed a weekend programme at Kampala Campus programme leading for Diploma holders who wish to upgrade. The to the award of a degree in Mechanical Engineer- following are the outstanding students’ final year Designed by Tamusange Amos (09/335/001/D/1) and supervised by Mr. ing. The department has had three graduations research projects; Kivumbi Bernard and Mr. Watta Ivan.

Project 2: Oven Project 3: Stone crusher Project 4: Vacuum cleaner

Designed by Tamusange Amos (09/335/001/D/1) and Designed by Lubega John Baptist Designed by Luboowa Tonny Kavuma supervised by Mr. Kivumbi Bernard and Mr. Watta Ivan. (10/335/001/D/1) and supervised by Mr. Ssem- (11/1/335/D/155),Turyahabwe B. Boaz batya Martin. (12/1/335/D/007) and supervised by Mr. Watta Ivan.

Project 5: Aluminium Scrap Shredder Project 6: Roller Press Machine Project 7: Unified Car Spanner

Designed by Tamusange Amos Designed by Kangwagye Samuel Designed by John Nhial Anyieth (09/335/001/D/1) and supervised by Mr. (12/1/335/D/002) and Supervised by Mr. (11/1/335/D/134), Kajowuya Bosco Alex Kivumbi Bernard and Mr. Watta Ivan. Watta Ivan (09/335/003/D/1) and supervised by Mr. Tumweboneire Emmanuel State of Art Laboratory at Ndejje The Civil Engineering Department is one of the biggest departments in the Faculty of Engineering and Survey with a total student population of over 650 students. The department offers a four year program leading to the award of a degree in Civil Engineering. The department conducts day and weekend programmes both at the main campus and Nyenje Philip Faculty of Civil Engineering Kampala campus respectively. The weekend programme targets diploma holders, (both ordinary environment laboratory to be able to carry out tests for water and and higher) intending to upgrade their qualifications. wastewater. We collaborate with the Public health and Engineering Laboratory at Makerere for students to undertake lab work on wa- The department is well equipped with state of art laboratory equip- ter and wastewater. Our ultimate goal is to make our laboratories ment for testing concrete and soils. We are currently in the process commercial while at the same time training our students in practical of re-equipping our laboratory and also to establish a water and skills. 21 Ndejje University Magazine Faculty Innovations The Idea of a Car Robot. Steven Niwamanya. When we reported back to university, we embarked on Innovation across the entire globe has our project of making a car robbot and luckily enough taken lead with a lot of new things being it came to pass. invented every single moment that goes In an endeavor to distinguish ourselves from the rest, by. I owe a lot of appreciation to Ndejje we resolved to use local materials mostly plywood. I University, for it has not made us lag be- got a motor cycle battery with 12 voltages (V), 2 di- hind as far as innovation is concerned. rect current gear motars (DCGM), intra-red sensors In the faculty of Electrical Engineering that measure the distance of the object away from the (EE), several innovations have been giv- robbot. Finally, we employed integrated programmable en a fertile ground to flourish. camera that can do live coverage and sends the pic- tures to the programmed laptop. Some of the materials As the theme of the year goes that “In- were imported from Nairobi through Nelkase engineer- novation for Transformation,” the apparent ing solutions. innovations at Ndejje University especial- ly in the faculty of engineering have pro- This robbot is very helpful for surveillance especially foundly transformed both the innovative in danger zones such as war and mining areas where students as well as the university. man can’t surface physically. I give the glory back to God that I man- The robbot was made with the capacity to move around aged together with my two fellow stu- and detect any obstacle, either action or stationary and dents, that is, Brian Twesigomwe (BEE) it sends the pictures back to the programmed camera. and Anthony Mebane (BCE) to come up On the behalf of my colleagues, I commend Ndejje Uni- with n idea of making a car robot. versity for availing us with the knowledge and the platform to express The idea was conceived when we went to Nakawa Vocational Train- our innovative ideas. The university granted us the opportunity to ing Institute for a recess where we found someone called Nassar exhibit our robbot during the National conference on communica- Kaweesa who was masterminding innovations at the institute. tions by Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), publicizing us on different Television stations and also allowing us to access the The chance came that Nassar wasn’t good at programming, instead laboratory. the institution was importing softwares and other materials and he assembles. However, we have been faced with lack of enough funds to facilitate our innovation because we would love to improve on the robbot by During the recess however, we as Ndejje University students caught making it four-wheel robbot and making it in metallic form for it to be site of this gap and hence we introduced our programming knowl- stronger and more durable. edge to them. We shared knowledge and became vital to their inno- vation process because they were only good at assembling already I would finally ask our dear Ndejje University to continue supporting made materials. innovative students to enable them achieve their dreams in the field of technology. Promoting Renewable Energies (Henry Wasajja, Thomas Lube, Anthony Osinde, Andrew Rwendeire and Muzeyi Eryasa) power of the sun, wind, water and biomass. They are called “Renew- able” because their availability is unlimited. On the other hand, Non-Re- newable Energies come from sources such as Natural Gas, Oil, Diesel, Petrol, Black coal,Brown coal and Nuclear Power. They are called Fos- sil Energies, and they are non-renewable as their availability is limited. Because they are burnt intensely worldwide, a global warming effect is currently taking place, already causing climate changes all over the world. If this global warming is not stopped soon, weather changes will follow up, changing seasonal regularities, with unpredictable conse- quences for us humans. Even in Uganda. What are Renewable Energies? Deforestation is another problem adding on to the first one. The high Renewable Energies are sources of energy, which God’s Creation demand for firewood and charcoal causes many trees and even whole provides us with each and every new day. These sources use the forest areasto be cut down. If the speed of deforestation stays as it is today, statistics have calculated that Uganda will be completely defor- 22 Faculty Innovations Ndejje University MagazineFaculty Innovations

ested within 30 years. Without forests, the climate will also change, Graduating students should be able to design and install a Solar- even locally. Fruitful soil will be washed away (Erosion), desertifi- plant. We hope that this will help solar plants to replace paraffin cation will inevitably take over. Unique wildlife animals and plants, lamps throughout Uganda. This will save costs for paraffin and which make Uganda The Pearl of Africa, will die out forever. avoid bad and unhealthy smoke, especially in village settings. This is why we at NdejjeUnversity see a need to educate our stu- Students are also introduced to the art of Briquette-Productionfrom dents in Renewable Energies. Not only promising chances in their agricultural waste materials in our new Briquette-Workshop. There personal future careers, Renewable Energies help preserve our are many advantages of burning Briquettes as opposed to common wonderful Creation, even on a global level. This is our responsibility charcoal. They are produced from agricultural waste material of the as a Christian University. University’s Faculty of Agriculture. No trees are cut. They take dou- ble the time to burn down, thus showing a superior quality, and can Every Third Year Engineering student takes part in compulsory lec- be used in any common charcoal stove. With the production and tures in Renewable Energies. In small groups they are to work on a marketing of Briquettes, Ndejje University is setting a clear land- project of their own, presenting ideas of how to use the characteris- mark away from deforestation, rather contributing to the reduction tics of Renewable Energy sources. There are practical units on how of the global warming effect. to install solar plants, as well as how to produce briquettes. These are the two areas we are putting most of our focus on, as they You can buy the briquettes here at Ndejje University. Save our world seem to comprise the greatest potential for the future in Uganda: and cook efficiently at the same time. Try for yourself! Installation of Solar plants for Electrical power, as well as Briquette For the future of our children: Production for everyday cooking.

Embracing the Computer / Technology Based Training Trend for a Rationalized Teaching and Learning Environment at Ndejje University Mr. Mawebe John Bosco Mr. Jude Iyke Nicholas Faculty of Basic Sciences & Information Faculty of Basic Sciences & Information This great innovation comes at a time when the University is at crossroads with a good performance record regarding research and Technology, Ndejje University Technology, Ndejje University innovation, but increasing demand for services to reach a busy scattered audience, and deliver both regulatory and technical training.

nitiated and operationalized by the Faculty of Basic Sciences and dents with a highly personalized learning experience. Information Technology, Computer Based Training (CBT) is a new- Unveiled on 23rd July 2015 by the Technical Team of this project, the Iage way of learning and as well as a reproducible form of edu- cation conveyed through the use of a computer for the purpose of training students. This great innovation comes at a time when the University is at crossroads with a good performance record regard- ing research and innovation, but increasing demand for services to reach a busy scattered audience, and deliver both regulatory and technical training. The proliferation of the CBT trend has been caused by multiple fac- tors. Economic pressures, and work-life concerns of students who first prototypes of automated course-units that contained digitalized happen to be employees (Off Campus Students) have combined to lecture materials in various multimedia modalities ( texts, videos, au- create an environment that demands innovative and flexible training dios), interactive user interfaces and simulated learning experiences solutions. However, technological advances and other inventions at manifested a great stride in the implementation of this magnificent our Faculty have helped to position computer-based training as a innovation. It was highlighted that the adoption of this mode of train- practical tool for addressing these demands. ing /teaching shall be largely fuelled by the potential benefits offered by these CBT Applications, and before the end of this Academic Year While the practical benefits of CBT which include Cost reduction; Re- 2015/16, prospective students shall be able to enroll for automated duction in training time; and Convenience have been the key drivers courses: Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business of the University’s decision to adopt technology-based training, it is Administration; and Master in Business Administration shall have important to highlight the potentially powerful effect that technology digitalized course-unit materials that will be packaged and accessed can have on learning. Current computer based training technologies in form of CDs, DVDs, and as Online resources. offer new and exciting pedagogical strategies that have simply been impossible or impractical in traditional lecture room environments. We commend the resilient determination of all those involved to- For example, these digitalized training solutions shall provide stu- wards the realization of this groundbreaking innovation.

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H.E Yoweri K. Museveni Planting a Tree H.E Yoweri K. Museveni commisioning a building

Community Sports Outreach Noah’s Ark Hostel that was erected

Engineering students in session The new Graduate School

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Humaniods Robotics woodball equipment manufacturing plant

A Mass Communication Studion Of Ndejje University Global Partnerships in sports coaching

Renewable energy Mechanical Engineering Innovations

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Graduation of Certificate Students 2015 A potter’s wheel for the Industrial Art Students

Ceramics works by the Fine Art Students The Vice Chancellor of Ndejje launches the community market

Our University Staff Mr. Vincent Ssenyonjo introduced by his wife. Community Market at Ndejje University

26 Obituary Ndejje University Magazine We owe Tribute to those who passed away recently

God said in Philippians 4:4 ``rejoice in the Edward Avenue. His wife Deborah Makumbi lord always”. What can we rejoice about the narrated the great vision her husband had late Bishop Makumbi? for his call and said that Godfrey had been a loving and hardworking father for eigh- Bishop Godfery makumbi died when he was teen years they were together. ``He did his only 52 years old. In fact, he was born two work wisely as if he is dying today but he months after Uganda got its independence left enough time to be with his wife Deborah in 1962. For a period of four years (2011- and children’ testified Dr.Charles Kahigiriza 2015) when he was a bishop of west Bu- (the chief laity), Rev Canon Mwesigwa and ganda Diocese, he did many things more Can Muhanguzi Enock. No doubt, Ndejje than he would do if he were serving fellow University has good memories of the call men. Bishop Makumbi established Kanoni for Bishop Makumbi who had added value Bishop Godfrey Makumbi Orphanage project, built Kanoni Complex to the fast growing Varsity. The name Bishop Primary School and Kyenjovu vocational Makumbi shall always be in the chronicles of secondary school. He renovated West Bu- Ndejje University Amen. ganda Hostels at Ndejje University, sup- ported several clergy and their families. Rev. Canon James Selugo He carried out several finishing work at St. Consortium member of Ndejje Paul’s cathedral Kako and raised the com- University mercial building in Masaka town on plot 17,

It was a great privi- mise. He was instrumental in supervision of students both at grad- lege for me to have uate and undergraduate level. Thomson was a well read articulate met Thomson, I can man, as many people have commented, he was an interesting man remember the meet- to listen and talk to, someone who could understand and appreciate ing very clearly, it your personal point of view that is why he spent most of his time in was about August, books. Thomson was a very sociable person he had many friends, 2007, the time when he was well liked and respected, he was someone you could trust he joined the Ndejje and rely on, someone you could confide in and ask for advice. fraternity. I can recall Someone we have all had the great privilege of knowing."We must what a gentle gracious die we know" said a character in Shakespear "it is but the time Dr. Thomson Omara man he was with a and drawing days out that men stand upon" I would like to read warm sincere smile. something that was written by a truly great Englishman, Winston He could consult on any important issue to be undertaken and a Churchill, I'm sure Rob would approve because I think it also sums team player. This important attribute made him be appointed and up, in a way, his own philosophy on life. Let us accept the natural assigned many responsibilities and duties. Being very strong mind- order of things in which we move. Let us reconcile ourselves to the ed meant he also had very strong personal views, but his views mysterious rhythm of our destinies; such as they must be in this were his interesting you might have to say, but he was not interest- world of space and time. Let us treasure our joys but not bewail ed in idle gossip. He was a lecturer and immediately was appointed our sorrows. The glory of light cannot exist without its shadows. Head of Department of Marketing and Procurement. He was later Life is a whole, and good and ill must be accepted together. The promoted to the position of Associate Dean, Faculty of Business journey has been enjoyable and well worth making-----once. Administration and Management.Dr Omara Thomson participated By Ampereza Milton actively in the formation of the Ndejje University Staff Sacco and later became the signatory to the account of the Sacco until his de- Faculty of Business Adminstration. 27 Ndejje University Magazine Public opinions Public Innovations at Ndejje Opinions

I first knew about Ndejje Universi- ty when I was still in High school Ssenkindu Alex and by then it was a leading sports Bus-conductor @Moderniser coaches university - am surprised it has still maintained the position, I love sports you know! I am a lover of technology and I was surprised on News seeing Daniel Otim presenting a robot created Habesha Karim by Ndejje University students, I think its something the government Practitioner at OLX should put attention to, I am yet to find out more, a great research in- deed!

The University is developing at a high speed, the robots innovation I believe will push it on top of Africa’s most important Universities. I have Kaggwa Herbert a sister there and she told me that Photographer @ Photogenix Uganda the University is soon setting up a medical school and I am optimistic it will yield exceptional physicians. We are pleased by the existence of Ndejje University around our stage. We serve both students Okumu Tonny and the community and thankfully Motorcycle Rider @ Mengo the University population provides more commuters. During holidays we relocate to other places be- cause business is low. Ndejje University has kept a clean corporate image, I’ve never heard of their students involved in serious Sekyewa Bosco strikes. Well this I guess is a reflec- tion of the University’s good man- Physician @ Mengo Hospital agement and students’ council.

Ndejje University created an oppor- tunity for us to operate throughout the day, normally our taxis fill up Moses Kyerugaba with Ndejje Students and we have Taxi Driver at Mengo B-Stage never got problems with any of the students who board our taxis.

28 Staff Opinions Ndejje University Magazine Trade Negotiation Skills in Focusing On the face of Globalisation Opportunities To Isaac Musinguzi Diversify Education Faculty of Arts Implementation. very day, no matter where one goes, negotiation is always part of one’s life. In today’s rapid globalization, such skills come in handy especially In this era, education Efor our country Uganda as we negotiate for better trading terms with should cease to be a mere other countries in the World Trade Organisation (WTO) arrangement. WTO is equipment of learners with the integration of economies, industries, markets, cultures and policy-making recycled knowledge and du- around the world (Financial Times, 2015). Globalisation describes the process plicated skills from gener- of integration and interdependency of nations through production, trade and international flows of capital and people, as a result of openness, human inno- ation to generation; where vation and technological progress across international borders. many graduates are pre- pared for Job hunting. The Africa’s recent economic performance has sparked renewed optimism about Grace Kyazike the continent’s development prospects. The discourse has shifted from Africa Faculty of Education locus should be on Ed- as a hopeless continent to Africa as an emerging pole of growth and as a ucation for self-sustain- vibrant frontier market. In my opinion, one of the key elements of economic ability , national growth and development. With the transformation that Uganda and Africa as whole needs, is having good trade changing dynamics of life at both national and negotiation skills which can be developed from universities by students as the international level , there is an outcry for diversifica- future human resource and accompanied by the country’s good trade policies tion of skills to help in revamping the individuals and and structures. This is central to Africa’s development process and explores the cosmos at large. The sign of intelligence is the opportunities and the key drivers of a successful transformation agenda in not knowledge per se but imagination compacted the face of globalization. with different skills, and ideals packed with morality, Many economies in the world today, prefer having mutual trading partners to truthfulness, faithfulness, beauty, goodness and absolute aid recipients. This is what transforms economies much faster and given the energy. Knowledge on its own remains a pack of opin- current trend of different economic growth and development of most African ions and if released in a vaccum and in numerous countries, this is the right time for public servants who negotiate on behalf of quantities, may become abstinent and void. An educated the government, business leaders and others to learn and adopt trade nego- person is not necessarily one with abundance of tiation skills. general and specialised knowledge, but rather, one with The Faculty of Arts, Ndejje University has over the years passed on these developed faculties of the mind that may help in ac- skills to her students in order to not only cover the human resource gap ema- quiring anything without violating the needs of others. nating from such inadequate trade negotiation professionals, but also for them This I surely think is innovative and transformed bar- to use in their daily engagement as they negotiate in the different markets gain to individuals and the society at large.There is no available to them. excuse for not trying With GOD, nothing is impossible. The fear of God brings Knowledge & Wisdom Community Outreach, a Ndejje tradition. Namayanja Rehmah, Faculty of and gives back to the community. Business Administration & Man- Ndejje University’s outreach actively agement addresses needs, issues and concerns. Reaching out to the community is a These efforts ultimately sustain a better tradition at Ndejje University, which is a quality of life for our communities. As of Christian based institution. Serving our recent our staff and students visitedMen- neighbours is central to our goal of being go market and did community work as a an excellent university. way of giving back to our stakeholders and at the same time playing an educa- Our mission is to provide Christian based tional role; as students get an opportuni- high quality and innovative teaching, re- search and outreachand our 4th strate- ty to meet the practical challenges of gic pillar is to promote strategic alliances, business &identifying the gap of what partnerships and collaborations; it’s upon they would have missed in class. More this background that Ndejje University communities to be visited. interacts with its neighbours, contributes Thank you! 29 Ndejje University Magazine Staff Opinions Co-facilitating to ease existing internal and external lecturer room challenges. With the Unprecedented expansion quality work and results. On the other hand ineffective lecturers do not and growth of both Primary, Secondary like their work; they grumble and complain most of the time. and Tertiary Institutions, Universities Busulwa Sam Co-facilitating may awaken such lecturers to great heights. and Colleges have to strive to absorb Co-teaching or(team teaching): This approach may seem to be straight quality qualifying students. In addition forward and simple yet it requires some attributes as noted by the the number of working class, returning to tertiary Education, for a National Commission on Teaching and American future (NCTAF). The variety of reasons, is not diminishing. And although the number of Public lecturers (teachers) must have; Universities, Tertiary institutions as well of licensed Private institutions i. Shared values and goals-they are personally committed to has dramatically increased, not all qualifying candidates are absorbed. professional growth and effective teaching. The majority of students generally seek for admission in Arts, Social Sciences and business based courses. Students who meet minimum ii. Collective responsibility for their work and students entry requirements often have gaps that require special patch up. iii. Genuine assessment of their input and the work of their students part from the available number of candidates seeking for iv. Self directed reflection on ones work and attainment. admission, Universities and colleges get out of their way to recruit v. The lecture room may be a place where critical thinking is Aas many students as possible for mainly financial reasons. There encouraged and supported by the team through lively discussions. is an apparent mismatch between numbers and facilities available. Each member of the team would have his/her turn in conducting The number of students in a lecture room may vary between 90- the teaching and as a lead discussant. 300 students. Crowded lecture rooms adversely affect the learning This approach requires a team player not to be threatened by lack of environment for both students and lecturers. The rooms may turn out knowledge on some subject but always be ready to learn new things, to be a health hazard; chairs, desks are many times, in short supply acquire new knowledge, and discover new ways of doing things. resulting in scramble for the few available seats. The lecturers may be Some benefit of co-teaching or team teaching stressed, in such environment there is hardly any meaningful interaction • Creates a community of learners between students and lecturers or among students themselves. There is a tendency for students and lecturers to be late, leave early or • Reduces the pressure on the facilitator in a big size classroom be absent. In a crowded room the lecturer fails to connect with the • It helps to easily identify students with impairment or social problems individual learner. • Helps the facilitator to consistently read and do research To connect with others, is to identify and relate to people, is to increase • Assessment would be authentic ones influence, is not to try to get people to you but get to the people. It • Drilling or merely giving out notice would be curtailed. is not pushing your line first (John Maxwell 2015). A lecturer’s business • Absenteeism would be checked is to influence and inspire learners to learn. However, there is a challenge of facilitators who may resist co-teaching In a crowded classroom, that task is untenable. The lack of connect, (facilitating) since there are in variety of models it may be important inadequet interaction may be one of the major causes of producing for the department to consider them and decide for it, active teaching/ brilliant but unskilled, uncritical thinkers by higher education who facilitating engage in examination malpractices. The lecture room environment as • Interactive teaching or facilitating perceived and experienced by the students does not support effective, reflective learning. Outside of the lecture rooms, the climate may not • The lecture is shared equally by the facilitators. Each facilitator be different, canteens, libraries, laboratories, fields, Halls of residence, taking a turn to engage and evaluate. This approach is premised on dining halls discourage inclusive education and are un hygienic. trust,commitment and compatibility of the facilitators. So when both the internal and external environment is hostile, the • Alternative facilitating where a class is divided into a big group and a facilitators may have to find alternative ways of connecting with students. small one and in turn the two facilitators engage them alternatively. In the introduction to 2012 graduate strecer study by the National • One teaches, one observes; here one facilitator presents the Council for Higher Education, it was observed that: lecture while the other one observes and gathers information from students. This is done in turns so that one facilitator is not turned Different higher education institutions need to embrace new skills and into an assistant. This approach may ease the problem of big size knowledge at regular periods in order to meet challenges of a dynamic classrooms and at the same time support the facilitators in their and unstable economic climate. journey to professional development and give qualitative lectures Whereas facilitators may and are using IT, field based study,( internship), there by discourage all the evils of crowded lecture rooms. service learning, and individual projects, this short paper is proposing Ndejje Faculties have considered this approach as a way of assuring team teaching or co-facilitating. quality and producing for the market desired employable products. In the hope that successful lecturers build each other. They inspire and motivate fellow lecturers and their students. They push each other for 30 Staff Opinions Ndejje University Magazine Put the lighting on the fire Let me begin by sharing a goals. You’ve accomplished many of your goals, and yet in a very quote that holds enormous real sense, you are now at a place of beginning again. Perhaps, with significance for this graduating a bit of anxiety as you set out on a whole new landscape. Some of class. Arie Pencovici once you will be launching into further study and others numerous doors said, “Graduation is only a of opportunity will be opened to you. concept. In real life, every day Sheba Asiimwe Beziibwe Graduating today means that you have all put in tremendous effort. Faculty of Business you graduate. Graduation is a Your commitment to education has been a powerful force in your Administration & Mgt. process that goes on until the lives. Remember that control that I was talking about earlier? Well last day of your life. If you can here’s where it came in to play. Even with the freedom of adulthood, grasp that, you’ll make a difference.” you still set your priorities straight and gave yourselves the single I believe that from the moment we are born, throughout our most important thing in life — FAITH; faith in ourselves, faith in our academic careers, and even beyond any formal education, we are peers, faith in our faculty, all of which has driven you to positively constantly learning. Although our individual processes vary, what influence the world around you. Your achievement today is concrete we have in common is the gift of this day. Throughout your years evidence that you believed in yourselves and your ability to better at Ndejje University, you have faced many academic and personal the world around u. Your lectures, especially during this last year, challenges. These challenges have given you the strength and have been demonstrating to us that change in the world starts with courage to endure many obstacles that life has thrown your way. us….from within. I’m sure you are all familiar with the difficulty of your coursework The journey beyond Ndejje University begins with you. After ending and most of us would agree….thank goodness for the curves! the graduation celebrations, I request that you take a good long For many of you… joining Ndejje University was your first time look at the person you have become. Think of all of the goals away from home. For others, it was also the first time you had that you have accomplished and all of the obstacles you have sole responsibility for going to classes and completing assignments overcome. Be proud of the person you are today; not many people on time. Some of you had to grow up quicker than you may have can say that they have made it this far. The time and effort each and anticipated. Suddenly you had complete control over your own every one of you has put into bettering yourselves will propel you lives, and many of you were not used to that. I want to believe that, and hopefully inspire others. Together….we can make a difference, being in control was, at times, a bit scary and you ought to realize and together….we will. that anything and everything that happened to you was now based Ruth Westheimers once said, “My favorite animal is the turtle. upon the decisions that YOU made….the paths YOU took, and the The reason is that in order for the turtle to move, it has to stick people YOU interacted with. In hindsight, you wouldn’t be here its neck out. There are going to be times in your life when you’re today if you did not make a few good decisions over the past few going to have to stick your neck out. There will be challenges and years. Knowing that you ended up here today, I ask you — Would instead of hiding in a shell, you have to go out and face them. you take back any of those decisions, including the not so good Congratulations! Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. ones? Maybe taking that extra class, joining that discussion group, Live the life you have imagined and I hope your dreams take you or befriending that one person who impacted you so greatly that to the corners of your smiles, to the peak of your hopes, to the you simply wouldn’t be the person you are today. windows of new opportunities, and to the inner most places your With graduation, there is the joy of having completed many of your heart has ever known.

Graduate School Offers Multidisciplinary Programs The emphasis of the school is initiate and/or improve the interaction between the faculty members on establishing cutting edge in order to establish a platform for joint projects that are relevant graduate programs that not only to our day-today needs and add value to the community. The aim Christine Charity Mwebesa (Mrs.) create a strong theoretical and is for all students graduating from the Graduate School programs practical foundation to students to be equipped with relevant, strong foundational research tools, Facilitator on graduate programmes from different disciplines, but also a broad analytical vision, critical thinking and extensive hands-on fundamental research and the research experience. scientific understanding and explanation of socio-economic related phenomena. Its multi- and interdisciplinary focus also aims to The new curriculum in Oil & Gas Management, PGD in Petroleum Accounting and MBA-Oil & Gas Management, will bring on board

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Post Graduate Diploma students. With improved Quality through intention of commencing next academic year. Other PhD programs various interventions and a new ambient Graduate school home are to come on board soon. We call upon all friends, different at Rubaga, we are hopeful and expectant that numbers will stakeholders and the alumni of Ndejje University to recommend exponentially increase. It has embarked on seeking clearance and friends, fellow employees and family to the Graduate Programmes. approval from National Council for Higher Education for the PhD program in Business Administration and Management with the FEAR OF GOD BRINGS KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM

Sustaining the Academic Records Management System(ARMS)

It gives us academic performance is accessed, before internship positions are Mr. Mawebe John Bosco. Mr. Luyima Alex Cedric. great pleasure granted. Faculty of Basic Sciences & Faculty of Basic Sciences & to make some Information Technology Information Technology remarks regard- Goals and Targets ing the progress The rationale of the slothfulness in the adoption of information sys- of the operationalization of the Academic Records Management tems in higher institutions of learning is not because of lack of the System(ARMS) at Ndejje University and the reinvigorating strategic need – but rather because Universities tend not to have the right direction that we envisage to take for the academic year 2015/2016. components and working atmosphere in place that allow for the Its a commendable idea of embracing the trend for better solutions. adoption and operationalisation of these systems.We have devel- As Albert Einstein Said,”the challenges we face today cannot be oped strategic goals and targets to capture the key focus areas solved at the same level of thinking we were at when they were cre- for the Academic Year 2015/16 and give a picture of what the Uni- ated.We therefore have to put on a new mind if we are to succeed versity intends to do in respect to achieving a streamlined working in our search for solutions.” This statement summarises the pre- atmosphere. dicament of increasing expectations and demands the University is currently faced with. • ARMS - Data Management Centre As system administrators of ARMS, our mandate includes over- To achieve modernized working enviroment for system users, the seeing the fuctionality and performance of the system,which is University is working on plans to establish a workstation for ARMS achieved through providing support to system users(staff and stu- dents) and ensuring the University’s principle pillar of embracing ICT is adhered to, and monitored. We congratulate all the graduands on this 2015 graduation cere- mony especially those who have attained diplomas from Faculties: Business Administration & Management; and Basic Sciences & In- formation Technology.This marks the first batch of students to grad- uate on the ARMS platform and we are indeed thankful because since the inception of this great innovation, these two faculties have relentlessly been supportive. We also attribute the success of this project to the efforts of the Top Management, Faculty Deans, Ad- ministrators and Examination Coordinators. which shall be well funished with requisite equipment and reliable ARMS offers outstanding benefits for the University in form of time Internet services. saving, enhanced results management, improved working experi- ence through the exploitation of technology, transformation of the • Intergration of ARMS with other Information way we manage academic information, raised standards for the Systems University, and a widened students’ participation in embracing In- formation Technology. For efficiency and effectivenes in information sharing and the op- eration of the Accounts department and Faculties,we are planning Provisional Results Slip on integrating the academic records management system with the ARMS is equipped with a provisional result slip which shows a stu- accounting system this academic year. dent’s academic progression. Students can download this result slip from their accounts.In case it is to be used for official purposes, • Fine-tuning the System to enhance user this provisional result slip has to be approved by the respective experience Faculty Examinations Coordinator. We are curently working with the contractor to achieve another ver- The provisional result slip is very important in updating parents and sion of the system which will address user querries, posess a well sponsors on the students’ academic progression. engineered transcript generating engine and a single authenticat- Additionally, it is a requisite for a number of employers who offer in- ing portal for all system users. ternship positions to our students. In these organisations, students’ 32 Staff Opinions Ndejje University Magazine Self-Management habits Very many important. Values exist, whether you recognize helps those who want to hold the offending par- people have them or not. Life can be much easier when you ty responsible. a tenden- acknowledge your values – and when you make cy to think plans and decisions that honor them. If you Can you be trusted? The English Learner’s that great value family, but you have to work 70-hours a dictionary defines the concept of being trusted manage- week in your job, you may feel internal stress as being trustworthy, being reliable and de- By Kigundu Joseph ment and and conflict. If you do not value competition, yet pendable. Trust is an essential component of Department of Social Development leadership you work in a highly competitive environment, developing relationships with other individuals is all about do you think you are likely to be satisfied with at personal and organizational levels. Without having the ability to influence and direct those this job? trust from others, leaders cannot inspire, nei- many people who are under us in a given or- ther can they lead; without trust, there cannot ganization or society. Management is not just In these types of situations, understanding your be any followership. It is important to know that about many people just as leadership is not values can really help. When you know your own one should not expect people to trust them if about having many people under our own in- values, you can use them to make decisions they are not willing to be trustworthy themselves fluence. Through personal experience, I have about how to live your life, and you can answer in the first place. Trust is an outcome of fulfilled come to realize that what many view as great such questions like; what job should I pursue? expectations. Should I accept this promotion? Should I start management and great leadership is the abil- Are you willing to forecast into the Future? ity to influence multitudes. The thinking is that my own business? Should I compromise, or be firm with my position? Should I follow tradition, The truth is that you can never become what management and leadership are a reserve for you have not planned. Planning involves fore- only those people who happen to hold these or travel down a new path? When you take time understanding real priorities in your life, you will casting into the future to anticipate what could “positions” in a company or in society. I person- be the roadblocks to your success. Forecasting ally think of management and leadership as a be able to determine the best direction for you and your life’s personal goals! into the future makes you a pro-active manager. calling and we all get these callings to manage One who looks ahead to identify obstacles to and lead at different times, and to different Are you ready to be held accountable? To be one’s success so that they are able to put up degrees and at different situations. But before accountable means that you should take re- mitigation measures. Planning also helps you to we rush to manage, influence or control mul- sponsibility for all your actions. So whenever set up realistic goals and objectives. These are titudes, we need to ask ourselves a question; you ask for more responsibility at that organiza- the paths to your destiny. Show me what you are ‘how can we become great managers or great tion, expect to be held fully accountable. Being doing and how you are doing it, and I will show leaders when we fail to manage our own “small” accountable for our own actions means that we you what your destiny will look like. Although be- lives?’ Paul in (1 Timothy 3:5) questions us “For would be able to explain to someone why we ing a pro-active manager is the best thing to do, if any man cannot manage his own household, did something the right or wrong way. We would you should also know that there are events that “how can he take care of God’s church?” This is also take responsibility for the outcome. If you will happen to you in your walk to your destiny what I call self-management. Self-management were unable to graduate simply because you that were not anticipated at all. These are the entails that we are aware of our own strength, were tempted and ate school fees, you must unexpected risks. The ability to manage crisis our weakness, our own abilities, failures and explain this to your parents or guardians. You as it comes is also a fundamental characteristic potentials. It involves the ability to control our must take responsibility for your actions as well of an effective self-manager. Make sure when own feelings, emotions as well as other internal as the outcome. crisis comes that it is unable to swallow you up! and external drives that influence our behavior. Then we shall qualify you to be an effective cri- Some of the following tips may become vital for If we act in a way that affects others, we will be sis manager. my reader as you seek and strive to effectively held accountable to those other people for the manage yourself. effect that our actions had on them and would Are you willing to have a good work ethic? be asked to explain and stand responsible for Work ethics seems to be getting rare today. Do you have values? Your values are the that effect. Every action that we as a people Those “old-fashioned” values like dependability, things that you believe are important in the way make is accountable to some law--whether it timeliness, professionalism and diligence are you live and work. Your values should deter- is the law of gravity or a law of decency or a prized no more especially by our younger gen- mine your priorities, and, deep down, they are law of the criminal justice system or the natural eration. Although you must be action-oriented, probably the measures you use to tell if your life law or spiritual law. If we cause harm to some- seeking to make things work and being willing is turning out the way you want it to be. When one else or to someone’s property, we can be to do what it takes, it is very important that you the things that you do and the way you behave held accountable for our actions. The criminal cherish the above values if you are to remain match your values, life is usually good – you are justice system and our court systems were relevant to your organization or society. As you satisfied and contented. However, when these enacted to enforce the laws of accountability manage yourself effectively, you must be able to do not align with your personal values, that is and responsibility. For those who refuse to be recognize and filter out the good from the bad. when things begin to go wrong. This can be a accountable, there are ways for others to seek Employees who consistently demonstrate good real source of frustration. This is why making a that accountability and for investigators to learn work ethics can be invaluable assets to their conscious effort to identify your values is very how and why something was done. This in turn organization. 33 Ndejje University Magazine Employers of NDU Graduates Ndejje University Graduates Transforming Kampala City Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) salute when the transformed staff is equipped with the Ndejje University for their contribution in trans- relevant skill-sets. forming the city and supporting the realization of National vision of transforming Uganda into a Transformation requires staff that is resilient, modern society by 2040. committed and have the zeal to deliver beyond the normal call of duty. This is one of the skills Mr. Patrick Musoke Ndejje University has supported our staff to attain yarned for by many institutions in an ever chang- the relevant skills needed in our job environment ing corporate world. (Strategy Management to deliver the quality of services to the people of and Bussiness Kampala desire to have. KCCA Staff that have gone through this Univer- Development KCCA) sity have assumed other areas of responsibility The city administration is committed to taking a where they have continued to excel in setting a sustainable path to Kampala’s development and standard for commitment, integrity and adaptabil- envisions to transform Kampala into a vibrant, at- ity to different work environments. tractive and sustainable City. This is only possible

Executive Director of KCCA: Mrs Jennifer Musisi The enforment Team of KCCA

The newly accomplished gardens of KCCA at Kampala Road The Artistic impression of Kampala City.

34 Alumni Insights Ndejje University Magazine Ndejje University Graduates’ Robust Performance In Sudanese Public and Private Sectors. By Malual Madol Akol. We are grateful to be the Alumni of Ndejje University which is a wonderful institution. Ndejje has not only con- tributed to our success academically, but it has also shaped us to fit in a society where we were welcomed and accepted.

Since it’s Inception Ndejje University has been training students only contributed to their success but also has molded them to fit in from different parts of the world. In this regard students from South- the society. Coming from a background of political instability South ern Sudan share their pride. Sudan has embraced Ndejje University graduates in all sectors. These graduates are performing well in various insitutions as indi- According to South Sudanese Alumni, Ndejje University has not cated in the table below: S/N NAME INSTITUTION OF WORK POSITION 1 Malual Madol Akol CRS (Catholic Relief Services) Disaster Risk Reduction Officer 2 Peter Wel Mayola Orbit Bank Accountant 3 Ayom Peter Mawut KCB (Kenya Commercial Bank) Teller 4 EJOE KCB Corporate section 5 Bol Mayom KCB Clearance Officer 6 Lual Kur Cental Government Civil Servant 7 Yuang Majok CRS End user Manual Checker Officer 8 Chol Deng CRS Procurement Officer 9 Anyang David CRS Disaster Risk Reduction Officer 10 Parach Deng Juba University/ Oil Company Lecturer/ Engineer 11 Simon Kor Dol Central Bank Financial Market Department 12 Agheu Rebecca Deng Central Bank Human Resouces Department 13 Mabor Mathiang Central Bank Human Resources Department 14 Loro Central Bank Human Resources Department 15 Malual Bol Tong Central Bank Cash Department 16 Goch Chol Bol Central Bank- SS Finance Department 17 Chol Anyang NGO Senior Officer 18 Makur Panyon Ministry of Transport- Civil Servant 19 Thon Aleu Voice of America Reporter 20 Aguer Alaak Ministry of Commerce Accounts Department 21 Kuir Thon Stanbic Bank IT Department 22 Athian Athian Athian Stanbic Bank Accounts Department 23 Lual Denis Deng Stanbic Bank IT Department 24 Ayom Anyang Stanbic Bank IT Department 25 Atong Madul Opportunity Bank Teller 26 Panda Macuei Opportunity Bank Teller 27 Deng Garang Ajak CRS Twic East County Coordinator for Agriculture 28 Bul Ajak Care international Senior Officer 29 Anyuat John Arou Ministry of Electricity and Dams Engineer 30 David Malual Wuor Garang University of Science and Technology Senior Lecturer 31 Ayach Ministry of Education Inspector of Education

The table above shows just a small number of Alumni placed in The South Sudan Alumni Congratulate the Management and staff the various institutions in South Sudan. However, there are many of Ndejje University for the various accolades in both academics others working in different countries not indicated. and extra curricular activities and maintaining steady growth and development.

35 Ndejje University Magazine Alumni Insights

Unwavering struggle

Abraham Ngor Achiek for innovative change

I am enormously grateful to have this opportunity to express my gents’ hostel after the second semester’s vacation. This was equal- view pertaining to the growth of Ndejje University and more espe- ly followed by commissioning of the New Science Complex by the cially on the current theme of “innovation for transformation”. Just Country’s President Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. These were all almost as every institution of higher learning endeavors to innovate achieved in shortest time possible, which was subsequently fol- and transform its learning system to meet the demands in line with lowed by high enrolment in the following year. the competitive labor market, Ndejje University has exceedingly I would sincerely encourage anyone in search of knowledge at proven to be skyrocketing in innovative change not only in Uganda, higher levels of learning to join Ndejje University where the fear of but across Eastern African region and beyond. God is the beginning of wisdom. One should not perish because As the world labour market continues to be highly competitive; of luck of knowledge especially on God especially as Hosea 4:6. Ndejje University has remained a key player in providing the best states. These encompass spiritual, health, economic, technologi- professional skills in the region and it is one of the world universi- cal, and political and social services. Ndejje University as a Chris- ties which have taken extra mile toward transforming learning mode tians based learning institution seeks to improve and provide qual- and trying to accommodate new ways of learning through technol- ity education through technology, research, professional training, ogy, research and field practicum in which theories are translated and practical skill which best suit the students’ needs and hold the into practical skills to meet students’ changing aspirations, needs, promise to transformative change. The University has increased its demands and expectations. The stride of innovation for learning innovative capacity by equipping academic staff too with the re- and professional training in Ndejje University is progressing in spite quired skills to contribute and impart students with skills to meet of current economic challenges. the demands of the labour market.

Change has been a constant and order of the day throughout Ndejje My first impression was classes started from 7:30am to 7:00pm. University’s history; this is evidenced in the continued construction And to make the matter worse, we were always flooded with lots and extension of infrastructure for students’ accommodation and of course-works in which it became extremely difficult to beat the learning facilities at Kampala, Lady Irene and Main campuses. For deadline. However, submission of each course-work was always instance, if you leave Ndejje University and come back after every followed by presentation of which, you may be sent back to redo two months, you will always be amazed to see lots of new things your course work, should you fail to defend your work properly and after every vacation I always found new developments and chang- in a required manner. es. I was always wondering after coming back from every vacation Ndejje University also empowers students with Christian Mission and saw new developments and changes. I still remember how we work through Christian Union activities. The University education were accommodated in common residential halls in Lady Irene in encompasses field practicum and internship program which helps Mutesa, Kakungulu and Kyabazinga halls during our enrollment in students translate knowledge into practical application skills. the year 2012. When we went for vacation and came back for the second semester; I got astonished to see new developments in South Sudan as a war torn country with high rate of post-traumatic which our halls were partitioned into two students per room. This stress disorders (PTSD) resulting from repetitive violence has ben- was extremely rewarding in the right to privacy and security of our efited a lot from Ndejje university’s field work, particularly in train- belongings. I was wondering about the possibility of the next in- ing students to provide counseling services in the hospitals, health take which was 2013/14 academic year with those limited hostels centers, schools, communities and other institutions including min- in the University. Again, I was amazed to see a new ladies’ hostel istry of social welfare. This has made Ndejje University’s graduates and a huge gents’ hostel readily constructed next to Bishop Yokana marketable in the Southern Sudan.

36 Alumni Insights Ndejje University Magazine Utilize Available Resources For one’s Transformation Have you ever thought of sitting in your will have your way. room and compute your achievements? What do you have as a result of your The biggest problem I have realized in whole and total input in mind, thought and my course of living is the myth that, hu- action? You may realize that apart from man beings live or progress in the face or your academic progress, there is virtually presence of money forgetting the earlier nothing yours! Amazingly, man is the sum stages of creativity and innovations! Mon- of his thoughts and possession. ey is just something that helps you in the Rev. Michael Eric Bwanika transfer of value. What you need is not the What you are and what you possess is money but the value for money. In fact, what you have thought, summed up as you can get money but due to the winds at one. There is need therefore, to think big- the moment, you do not put it to its intend- ger because you have an opportunity to ed use – can easily be diverted! possess that which is truly important in “Break all the life, as your dream paints it to your imag- Look for the value of your money and if walls of fear ination. you can find it without touching the money around you and itself, then let the money go and create approach them; It’s amazing, many people around us are your own world. I will probably attribute everybody around ready to help us but we have not made our the love of money to all who are placed in us is a resource” needs clear. So to assure that only your places of responsibility more so handling relatives or friends are sufficient to test the money; there is a tendency of having ex- depth of water with both legs; you cannot treme love for money than the value for it. imagine how many people have the sup- Ruined!! port you need and yet they do not use it. My assumption would be that, one focus- Break all the walls of fear around you and es at his career other than money. For the approach them; everybody around us is a achievements of your career cannot rot resource but the money you have can disappear in a second. Do not look for what will satisfy The other thing you can be assured of is you today instead it will increase your hun- that, you too are a resource for transfor- ger that you will face tomorrow. mation. It’s just a question of knowing how you can use your mind to fill the needs of Get the knowledge and transform the others in a positive way without compro- world. Have this; Think big, start small, act mising your conscience and then you too quickly Transforming Education into a Public Good

Innovation is a process of translating an idea or in- The students are said to be better positioned to vention into a good or service that creates value. It provide transformative outcome that is as a result of is a key element which is needed in transforming transformative learning and research. education in universities and other institutions. Innovativeness will lead to lecturer’s utilization of Innovation leads to review of the curriculum, retrain technology and other relevant materials in delivery ing of teaching staff to use both brains and technol- of lectures. Use of creative, analytical skills in lec- ogy in the teaching and training the students to do ture delivery. the same. The future holds a lot if innovation is embraced with Rev.Joyce Siryowe. If innovation is used in education, it builds skills,- enthusiasm. gifts,abilities and capabilities of citizens to transform The stakeholders need to entice the students by the world they live in.It also leads to departure from being optimistic for better transformation so as to the normal cultural practices that sustain reforms. make it a legacy. 37 Ndejje University Magazine Alumni Insights Unveiling Adplus, rivaling OLX David Buyinza

Although I never got employed despite my final CGPA of 4.7-first class degree in computer science. I have innovated a wide range of computer applications, some of these are already on market, I helped program from scratch Sasula-App(now on googleplay) and currently I have launched another application (Adplus) which is likely to beat OLX out of internet business. I graduated at Ndejje University in 2014 and during my time as a student I designed an application helping to establish text message security on mobile phones - The application encrypted text message such that no one can read them until he / she provides a decryption key and this was before I started Android programming which is now promising and likely to make programmers earn a million bucks in return of thier efforts. For example one designs a viral application threatening the existence of an already dominant social media app like whatsapp, the effect forces the giant to either sell them the application or even sign patternership with them and thats how programmers get rich in one night, I think that’s innovative. David Buyiza is an Android, Java, programmer & Networking expert Transforming Ndejje University Education into a Salon Proprietor

After completing my degree in Industrial Art and I am thankful to Ndejje university for providing designing at Ndejje University I started Select distinctive courses that give graduates an edge Female Garments Entebbe, it not only provides in the market. descent clothing for women and men but also I also appreciate the fact that the University is promotes African designs. We have worked Arinaitwe Joan set up on Christian values and my opinion goes closely with African designers like Sylvia Awori to all young women who dress indecently to and Zainabu Wambui from Kenya. come back to our African woman values.

Sylivia Owori

38 Iam kiggundu Calvin, a third year student at Ndejje University, doing a bachelors degree in Industrial Art and Design. It has been a long journey since i begun my rst year. As a weekend student, i have found alot of hardships, because i had to work during the working days monday to thursday and study from thursday to sunday,so i had no time to waste and as a cordinator i couldnt miss any lecture because my absence could be easily noticed, therefore i thank the almighty GOD for enabling me go through this time same to my lecturers, family members mother and my sponsor Dr Author S.B plus all my fellow students of art and design that have stood by my side., may the almighty reward you abundantly. To my understanding, Art is a language that speaks to the heart and reaches the souls of those that come across it, and either cauces them to cry or smile depending on the memories they a driven to, and for this, many people have been innovated and transformed both in and outside this university, because of the love and inspiration and what suprises me is that it just the skill of a gifted hand of an artist and his matter. Art has transformed many because of the stories it tells, that teach lessons and build dreams, life realities , culture, history to men and women in our societies. Below are some of my art works that have transformed many at university CHILD FATHER NO SWEAT NO BREAD VICTORY DANCE

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39 Ndejje University Magazine Students’ Perspectives staged in one position. by converting waste products into usable energy. This innovation was my research, assessing substrates (feeds) and Lastly, I improved a solar cooker that had been invented by some their content or coloric value. I realized I could make it better if I student who graduated and left it in an incomplete state. After im- improved it. Fortunately, we harnessed the ideas and put it into proving it, I took it for an exhibition at UMA grounds in Lugogo and practice and we have manufactured a lot of charcoal using this pro- Ndejje managed to emerge the winner. For this matter therefore, I cess. The plant can use soil, wood and crushed charcoal mixture appreciate Ndejje University for facilitating and making whatever with maize flour it takes to beef engineering courses and also supporting different The inspiration came from the desire to conserve the environment innovations.

Procrastination a Hinderance to Innovation

Muwulya Reagan your loved ones – in fact I encourage all of those things. But there Information Minister Ndejje University. is a time and a place, and unfortunately being distracted can some- Procrastination is something many people suffer from daily. Fortunate- times make you lose focus and motivation with the task at hand. ly, it’s also something that is purely a matter to overcome. 6 ways to minimize procrastination and maximize Typical procrastination excuses we tell ourselves motivation: • I’ll do this tomorrow, there’s not enough time to do this today. • To be the most proficient, successful and happy at whatever • I work better under pressure, I’ll wait until it’s almost due and it is you do in life, especially if you are producing intellectual then the work will be even better. products; you need to have a distraction-free environment. This • This is such a huge project, I don’t even want to think about it will guarantee your mind is completely focused on the task at yet, I’ll put it off for one more day. hand and you’ll always get the best results. • I don’t really need to do this yet; it can wait until sometime in • Start projects immediately if you have idle time. Once you the future. actually start something and get into the flow of it, you’d be Unfortunately, all of these lead to the inevitable day when you must surprised how easy it is. Don’t think about starting something, actually complete the task. And while most people actually do get act. You can always tweak the project and make changes as it done under that time pressure, working that way does not always you go along. Getting that first start is vital. produce the best results, and allows less time to prove and make • Remove all distractions from your environment. Anything that it perfect. will make you lose focus is something that will potentially set you up for procrastination and destroy your motivation. The causes of procrastination: • Eat well, sleep well and get exercise. From personal expe- Perhaps procrastination is a part of the human condition, having an rience, a healthy mind and body is less likely to procrasti- extended period of time to accomplish something makes us put it nate. You’ll feel better, you’ll be more upbeat and active, and off into the future, even if we can begin it now. Perhaps it is modern more optimistic about accomplishing your goals sooner rather society, which often times seems to focus on immediate and instant than later. If you’re tired or fatigued, you’ll be less productive results, rather than something carefully crafted and refined over a and more likely to procrastinate a task until the next day. longer period of time. Mix up your projects and assignments so you’re not simply doing Part of the modern business world for most of us also involves a the same exact thing every day. If you keep things fresh they will be constant connectivity. Cell phones, office phones, email, etc. are more interesting and compelling for you to work on, and you’ll be constantly ringing, buzzing and updating interrupting us with com- less likely to procrastinate them. munication. Our friends, parents, co-workers, bosses, managers, • Keep your thoughts positive, and recognize when you’re en- etc. all are vying for our attention for sometimes trivial and some- tering a cycle of procrastination. Here is where you will need times important messages. to address mind over matter. Start by just getting into it and While these are all part of modern life, and we have learned to doing step one of whatever your task is and go from there. Sit function efficiently with them, they can be a hindrance when in the down and break the project up into consumable parts that are midst of a project which requires complete focus. There is absolute- less daunting. ly nothing wrong with staying in touch and being friendly/social with I Hope By The End Of This Article We Don’t Procrastinate Any More your peers, co-workers and friends, and giving proper attention to And Take Things So Serious. 40 Ndejje University Magazine

Innovation, Creativity and Change

Without change there is no inno- but from flawless execution. A great strategy alone won't win a vation, creativity or incentive for game or a battle, the win comes from basic blocking and tackling. improvement. Those who initiate Grit is often the single most predictor of success. Grit is not just Nalwanga Lydia change will have a better opportu- about stubborn persistence. It's also about choosing the right goal Students’ Councilor nity to manage the change that is in the first place. The unfortunate reality is that it's not all going to inevitable. happen. How can we make sure that all our struggles and sacrifices One must have a big vision and take very small steps to get there. are worth it? You have to be humble as you execute but visionary and gigantic Imagination is not only the uniquely human capacity to envision in terms of your aspiration. In the Internet industry, it's not about that which is not, but the power that enables us to emphasize with grand innovations, it's about a lot of little innovations everyday, ev- humans whose experiences we have never shared. ery week, every month, making something a little bit better. The Fear of God Brings Knowledge and Wisdom Success doesn't necessarily come from break through innovations

Purpose In Life

Emmanuel

Have you ever had the occasion to ask yourself why you are in this time better by concentrating on your priorities. Besides, knowing world? If you have never, now is the time to do so. Once you have your purpose in this world will motivate you to pursue your studies established your purpose in life, it will be easier to manage your with greater enthusiasm. So what is your purpose in life?

I believe in change, Disability Minister. Ndyowe cliff

Before any alarm is made, we have perhaps discovered a variety As the Minister for Disability I believe in change that causes positive of innovations made worldwide in the last 30 years as published in effect on students’ community. For instance Ndejje University can print, broadcast or Online media. The pace of innovation has been come up with Internet banking to reduce on expenses made on so rapid in recent years that it is hard to imagine which innovations bank-slips. This can reduce on expenses made on bank slips where have had the greatest impact on business and society. a student goes to the bank and just downloads Ndejje accounts and pays there and then. innovated and transformed. Conclusively, Ndejje University which has not been left behind in this innovations I can end with this is “I am happy for who I am, and what I have which as seen it come up with the most outstanding innovations in come to be. I look forward to whether else that may with positivity the field of science and technology. Some of the innovations include since fellow students desire for positive change.” transformations that can now enable students access their results online other than accessing them in hard copy format. Fear Of God Brings Knowledge And Wisdom.

41 Ndejje University Magazine Students’ Perspectives SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015. Paul Mark Kayongo (Sports Tutor) and Muhumuza Wilfred competition from Uganda Christian University, Makerere Universi- Kato (Head, Sports Coordination) Without doubt, one of the niches of Ndejje University is sports, year in and year out; our boys and girls have excelled locally and inter- nationally because the University has created opportunities and an atmosphere where students can exploit their individual talents. The main reason why students are admitted at the University is for academic excellence, but with Ndejje University's offer of holistic education, it is seldom that students graduate minus taking part in the various sports activities that dominate the evening moments after lectures. Ndejje University Angels receiving the ZUKU TV University Basketball Challenge. Our road to local and regional dominance started in 2004, during the East African University games held at Kenyatta University. ty, Uganda Martyrs University among others. We congratulate our Ndejje registered its best performance when it emerged fourth (4) Basketball team for the heroic triumph. over all out of the thirty two (32) East African Universities that par- ticipated. In 2006, Ndejje University emerged champion of the East Members of the squad included; Jonah Otim Kermu, James Okel- African University games in Uganda and ever since, it has been a lo, Innocent Ochera, Daniel Amoke Otieno, Otieno Micheal Ouma, major contributor to the teams that have represented Association of Austin Marual, Derrick Katumba, Elvis Mutebi, Andrew Deng, Abra- Uganda University Sports (AUUS). ham Dut, Joseph Ssekyanzi, Brian Kasumba and Felix Mukungu Our first and most grateful acknowledgment goes to Ndejje Univer- Additionally, Ndejje University emerged champions of University sity administration, players, coaches, sports administrators, fans, Basketball 3 on 3 competition that had Uganda Christian Univer- sponsors and other stakeholders for their input that has helped the sity, Makerere University, Uganda Martyrs University and Nkumba department of sports to keep on top. University. Team Ndejje comprised of Otim Jonah, Okello James BADMINTON and Otieno James dominated and will represent Uganda in the 1st World University 3 on 3 Basketball League which will be held in October 2015 in Xiamen, China. The trip will be fully sponsored by the federation of international University sports (FISU). USPA AWARDS

Ndejje University Badminton Team receiving 2015 league trophy

Remarkably, our Badminton team has dominated the game in Uganda for the last 4 years and in 2015 they did what they had to do best, emerging champions of Uganda in 2015. What's worth noting, is that they lost only one game in the entire season. The team composed of Ivan Karimunda (Head Coach), Ronnie Kaserenge (Assistant Coach), and the players; Herbert Ebayo,Ya- kuob Musisi, Ian Senoga, Bruno Masaba, Babu Alex, Samuel Mpwanyi, Innocent Kabagambe, Shamim Bangi, Daisy Nakalyan- Ndejje University Students who won USPA awards sharing a moment with Hon. Rebecca go, Aisha Nakiyemba ,Gloria Najjuka,Sylvia Namwanjje, Rhodah Kadaga during the award giving ceremony Namboga, Brenda Mugabi, Marble Namakoye, Ritah Nakimera and It has become habitual for Ndejje students annually to be recog- Regina Najjemba. nized among the sports creme of the Pearl of Africa. During the BASKETBALL Sports gala, five of our students were rewarded with accolades; Adupa Joel MVP Woodball Men, Mukoova Joan MVP Woodball Our Basketball Team, Ndejje University Angels had a great run Women, Shammim Bangi MVP Badminton Women, Baako Joyce in the ZUKU University Basketball challenge, for the second year MVP Karate Women and Emoku Martin MVP Karate Men. running. They managed to lift the championship that had very stiff It’s no surprise that Ndejje students have been recognized since 42 Ndejje Sports Ndejje University Magazine

2013, the environment they study in has the essentials of making Class in participant numbers and organizational standards, with a champion; availability of Christian fellowship, supportive adminis- over 10,000 participants from more than 140 countries. tration, existence of facilities/equipment, qualified coaches, compe- The federation in charge of Uganda University Sports (AUUS) tition exposure and a balanced diet. came up with 60 participants from different Universities in Uganda We congratulate the five students and encourage them to work hard so as to qualify for 2016 Olympic Games. NATIONAL DUTY Uganda has participated in most of the past All Africa Games edi- tions, and in 2015 the 11th edition was held in Congo Brazzaville where Uganda was represented with a reasonable number among which Ndejje University had four members; Ivan Karimunda (Bad- minton Coach), Shamim Bangi (Badminton player), Daisy Nakaly- ango (Badminton player) and Leni Shida (400m and 800m). Further more, Ndejje University has had three students who play Volleyball feature predominantly on the Uganda National Women’s volleyball team; Christine Alupo, Winnie Nakabuubi and Margret

Namyalo. Docus Ajok crossing the finishing line as number one in the ladies 1500m finals in the World University games held in Gwangju, Korea July 2015. Uganda Handball National team participated in the Africa Zone 5 qualifiers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The team emerged 3rd over- all behind Kenya the champions, Burundi the 1st runners up and who had excelled in the 2014 to represent Uganda. Among those, a head of Tanzania and Rwanda. Two Ndejje University students Ndejje University had 10 representatives; Paul Mark Kayongo were part of Team Uganda; Felix Mukunzi and Kato Wakasi. (Head of Uganda delegation), Florence Nakamya (Chepron), Ivan Karimunda (Badminton Coach), Leni Shida (Track), Susan Aneno Susan Aneno a student of Ndejje University offering Bachelor of (Track), Docus Ajok (Track), Herbert Ebayo (Badminton) Yakuob Human Resource Management has represented Uganda in the Af- Musisi (Badminton), Shamim Bangi (Badminton) and Daisy Na- rica Junior Championships that was held in Ethiopia, she managed Kalyango (Badminton). to win a Bronze medal. She also took part in the Eastern Africa Gran Prix in Sudan in the 1500m where she won a silver medal. On a positive note, Ndejje University’s Docus Ajok clocked 4:18.53 to win the 1500m women’s finals earning Uganda a Gold medal Ndejje University students; Kawumba Ronald, Lillian Zawedde, which catapulted Uganda to 39th position among 143 world nations and 3rd on the African continent. This achievement brought a strong sense of happiness generally to the entire nation and specifically to Ndejje University community; it refreshed Wilson Kipkemei’s triple Gold medals won back in 2005 in Izmir, Turkey that revived up the Ndejje pride Worldwide. MANUFACTURING WOODBALL EQUIPMENT Ndejje University signed a memorandum of understanding with International Wood ball Federation to mandate the University to manufacture wood ball equipment for the African market. Ndejje

The current deputy Guild speaker Hon Joel Adupa scooped a Bronze medal in the highly rated Wood ball championship in Malaysia. Joan Mukova, Charity Nagaba, Viola Operu and Joel Adupa took part in the 4th World University Wood ball Championship in Malay- sia. Ndejje University was the only University on the African conti- nent to field a team. WORLD UNIVERSITY SUMMER GAMES 2015 Paul Kayongo inspects the woodball equipments The international University Sports Federation (FISU) organizes the World University Games every two years. These games are University was represented by the Vice Chancellor Prof. Eriabu widely recognized as the second largest multi sport Games in the Lugujjo and University Bursar Paul Mark Kayongo and the interna- world after the Olympics. They have progressively risen to World tional Wood ball federation was represented by Mr. Jerky Tondian

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from Malaysia The current deputy Guild speaker Hon Joel Adupa The communities surrounding the University have changed be- scooped a Bronze medal in the highly rated Wood ball champion- cause the youth have been empowered to change their livelihoods ship in Malaysia. by getting awareness on reproductive health, life skills and peace makers. SOCIAL CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY Ndejje University department of sports donated five balls to each UNIVERSITY SPORTS member of the Association of Uganda University of sports (AUUS) Ndejje University is the current reigning champion of East Africa during the annual assembly at Busoga University. University games; we have lifted this championship for a record four times hosted at; Kyambogo University 2006, Kenyatta University Ndejje University has continued to house the Association of Ugan- 2010, Dar-el-salaam 2013 and UCU 2014. We look forward to de- da University of sports (AUUS) and Uganda Woodball Federation fending this title come 2016 at Kenyatta University. (UWF) along Balintuma road in the state of the art office facilities. We are also proud to mention that we are the current champions NDEJJE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY SPORTS EDUCATION PROGRAM of inter University games; we have lifted this championship twice; 2011 at Ndejje and 2013 at Uganda Christian University. We are Ndejje University through sports has helped the community by optimistic to defend this championship at Busoga University come conducting courses to enhance the skills of community coaches, December 2015. teachers and residents that can empower them to fight poverty and diseases. Through their international connections like General Mo- Our special thanks go to the Lord Almighty, Ndejje University ad- tors, Coach to Coach, the program has been able to donate equip- ministration, ministry of Education and sports, local sports feder- ment like balls, bibs, cones to neighboring schools. ations, sponsors, players, coaches, sports administrators, sports This program boasts of various partnerships like coaches across Union, local community, fans and entire student’s body. continents and from Coach to coach. “We Shall Never Look Back” One On One With Docus Ajok Muhumuza Wilfred Kato interviews Docus Ajok, Gold medalist in the 1500m during the World University games in Korea 2015 and also the most valuable sports personality of Uganda for July 2015.

DA: It all started way back in Oyirogole pri- in this field? mary school in Dokolo district, where I liter- DA: Winnie Nanyondo ally run every race. I was young, energetic and did a lot of exploring. MWK: Why? MWK: Do you have any sports personal- DA: Our contests with Winnie have always ities that you look up to? been tight; at the starting line you can never be sure who will win. DA: Oh yes! Our own Stephen Kiprotich and Ethiopian long distance sensational MWK: With your talent, very soon you Dibaba. will become a global trotter, what is your dream nation? MWK: What is your greatest sporting moment? DA: Germany, because they have been friendly to me during international competi- DA: Definitely, the day I won the gold med- tions. Additionally, I love their brand of foot- al in the 1500m during the World University ball; very organized and follow everything to games in Gwangju, Korea on Sunday 12th MWK: Who is Docus Ajok? the smallest of details. July 2015. Coincidentally, it was also my DA: Docus Ajok was born on 12th July, 1992 birthday; it was a remarkable day that will MWK: Now that you’re offering guidance to Mr. Atworo Dickens and Mrs. Akello Mar- remain in my mind for the rest of my life. and counseling at Ndejje University, gret. I have seven siblings; Daniel Owani, should we presume that your career MWK: Worst moment in sports? Polycarp Ogwal, Gerald Obua, Brian Acol, path is in that direction? Barbra Kia, (Twin Sisters) Flavia Acen and DA: When I was disqualified in Korea 2015 DA: Interestingly, my dream job is in line of Pricilla Apio. I hail from Aleptong district lo- during the World University games 800m sports administration. cated in Northern Uganda. Am currently do- semi finals for some infringement that I MWK: Do you have any special friends, ing a Diploma in Guidance and counseling have failed to come to terms with. For sure, people we would consider to be mem- at Ndejje University main campus. up to this day I cannot comprehend what my crime was. bers of Ajok’s inner circle? MWK: Tell us about the genesis of your DA: Ha ha ha ha…. Anyone who socializes sports career? MWK: Who is your toughest opponent 44 Ndejje Sports Ndejje University Magazine with me is my best friend. DA: I have a passion for soccer, my favorite DA: Rice, beans, millet and Mirinda fruity. MWK: On some occasions you are seen team is Arsenal the gunners and my best MWK: What is your take on spirituality? player is Christiano Ronaldo. having ear phones and listening to mu- DA: God is very central in my life and I sub- sic are you a great fan of music? MWK: Thank you Docus for your time, we scribe to the Catholic faith. hope and pray that you qualify for Rio de DA: Sure! I love music, but not all music, MWK: Any closing remarks? my favorite is reggae music. My best song is Janeiro 2016. God bless the Women by Lucky Dube. I also AD: That’s my dream! I want to be part of AD: Special thanks to God Almighty and like the gospel tune, God will make a way, Team Uganda during the 2016 Olympics. Ndejje University for all the support. “It is where there seems to be no way… Currently my training profile is targeting a great moment to take part in the World University games and obviously awesome MWK: Apart from track and field, is there the biggest stage in Sports. Thank you too Dean for the interview, am humbled. to excel because that is the highest level of any other sport that you love watching? University Sports.” MWK: What is your favorite diet? NDEJJE SHINES AGAIN By; Florence Nakamya M ko ye mwana”, we made an enormous decision that she foregoes Sports Coordinator, Ndejje University 1500m and goes for the 800m final race. Everyone gave counsel to Docus, our medal hopeful, treated as a queen; she was ready Ajok Docus, Ndejje both in mind and body, with her start list and lane number 5, very University’s middle focused to succeed. “I will die with them if that is what takes to get distance athlete, the gold medal,” she said before she went to bed at 9pm. once again ce- mented the Uni- Sad news came in at 1 pm; AjokDocus has been disqualified due versity’s onotomy to rule 163, related to crossing the lane. So how can such a report at the International be disclosed to such a very ready and determined Athlete who was scene. The World expected to be at the warm up area? The tension was so high, the University Games camp was quiet and low as the technical and administrative team also known as the tried to appeal the decision, only to be told that the decision was Summer Universi- final by the In-Charge of Athletics in FISU. She broke down, “they ade took place should have won me but not missing to try,” the tearful Ajok said. from 2nd-15th July She almost gave up on Athletics. 2015 at Gwangju- South Korea. The God’s plan is always different but the best. This was confirmed when slogan for the this Ajok, who was almost erased from the list in Uganda, who had event was “Light up Tomorrow” represented by the edition chosen had lane issues at the previous Universiade in Kazan-Russia and mascot called ‘Nuribi’ representing an angel of light that spreads disqualified due to lane issues at the 28th Universiade, would be in- the hope of creation throughout the world. This was chosen to en- vited for the 1500m finals without having competed in the qualifying courage the youths to be hopeful in the future which is better and heats. Glory to God ! Nothing could stop Uganda anymore, not the brighter. people that petitioned, not the rain and not the Athletes AjokDocus was to compete with, God was on our side. The whole team was At the sendoff ceremony, however, “Focus” was the main theme. there to receive Ajok comfortably finishing with 4:18 minutes to the Rev Latimer Muwanguzi; the University Chaplain encouraged gold medal podium position. What a joy to Uganda, to Africa, to Ndejje participants to remain focused and to trust in the Lord God Ndejje University and to Docus, on her very birthday. Uganda’s flag Almighty and Creator, for He was in control to guide the team to vic- was raised high as the smiling Ajokgot the best birthday gift in her tory. Oh!, what a message, timely and empowering!! Top manage- life. It was a very emotional time and we thank the Almighty and ment blessed the team. “I will pray for you daily,” added Prof Lugujjo. best planner for getting us to the top. Such assurance upheld us and indeed the blessing of the Lord was on us. Eleven (11) Universities including Ndejje University that sent Ajok entered the University Sports records as the first female ath- a team of ten (10) participants out of the 60 participants’ represent- lete to win a gold medal at the International University Sport scene ed team Uganda that was headed by Mr. Paul Mark Kayongo. after Wilson Kipkemei who won three (3) gold medals at Izmir-Tur- key in 2003, all from Ndejje University. Those are the only gold It all started well, Leni Shida and AjokDocus qualifying to the semi- finals and finals after topping their heats in 400m and 800m respec- medals Uganda has ever obtained at that level. Uganda finished tively. On a bitter note, Ajok was required to compete in the 1500m 39th out of 146 countries at the 28th Summer Universiade; 3rd in race in the morning and then go for the finals for the 800m in the Africa after South Africa and Algeria. Congratulations to Ajok, to evening of the same day. But like the Baganda say; “gwewalabye- Ndejje University and to Uganda! Thank you all for your support.

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Ndejje University Libraries Ignite Research

Dr. Claire Lutaaya Nabutto and Mr. Ronald Kimanje ing and storage; information management; information searching and retrieval, mobile technology and its importance in research and Ndejje university community is viewing this rapid growth of scientif- digitization among others. ic knowledge as an indication that we have pretty covered all that needs to be discovered. The application and impact of academic PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS research on our daily lives continues apace. Accepting the need for constant innovation requires that libraries adopt a disciplined Librarianship is a dynamic profession which requires constant inno- approach to turning outward toward the community, to understand vations and change. In this era of ICT and technological advance- how the library can adapt to people’s changing lifestyles and pat- ments, libraries and librarians need to keep a breast as regards to terns. The abundant significant developments in technology, along the type of services provided to the clients. This calls for librarians with concomitant social changes, have created a compelling need to continuously train and acquire skills in using the new technolo- for change in libraries as illustrated below. gies. Partnerships and collaboration are fundamental if libraries and librarians are to achieve this goal. Ndejje University Library USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA forged a partnership with the Canergie Corporation of New York Social media and networks are some of the new technologies that and the University of Pretoria South Africa, this partnership involves have been integrated into Ndejje university libraries to improve on the training of library staff in new ways and methods of library man- service provision and information transfer. These platforms include: agement. This has seen three library staff getting the opportunity to WIKI, Facebook, Tweeter, and Blogs. With these networks, libraries develop and enhance their skills in the field of information science, can now help researchers to be exposed to the entire world and at the continuing professional development course at the University also they are fast ways of information dissemination. Ndejje univer- of Pretoria South Africa, with an aim to enhance librarian’s infor- sity has opened a Facebook page to help improve on their services mation literacy skills to promote research and innovations. Ndejje and to reach out to its patrons. This Facebook page is to provide university library is a member to CUUL and ULIA among others. for instant communication between library management and the patrons on issues concerning them. Ndejje University Library Face- ICT innovation that will change Ndejje University book page allows patrons to leave comments about the services offered. Discussions are posted on this page which allows online Library Services discussion groups on various topics. QR codes: These are graphical representation of a web page using the Universal Resource Locator as the link to the code. Li- ELECTRONIC ACCESS TO INFORMATION brarians and libraries need new innovations to attract new users Electronic access to information is slowly replacing the print in- and to ease access to information resources. In line with the above, formation materials, where electronic databases and journals are Ndejje University Library is developing a QR code for its website, used. Providing easy access to information is a fundamental func- which will help ease access to the different services that the library tion and obligation of libraries and information centre to its patrons. offers especially the electronic resources. Ndejje University library subscribes to various electronic databases. Using Google Drive CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Google Drive is absolutely one of the best cloud tools out there. Its The library department continues to create a vibrant work force to potential for education is evidently huge. The research tool allows be able to handle all matters related to information provision and you to do research simultaneously as you are writing or editing your dissemination. In this regard the library has continuously supported document. From one place you can search different Google ser- its staff to train and enrich the profession. The department organizes vices including: Scholar, Images, Quotes, Dictionary. It allows you training for Librarians and ICT staff. These trainings help to impart to easily insert citations and links to your document. It allows you to new skills of information management, delivery, and dissemination add a web link to your document and integrate spelling checker that to ICT and Library staff. This is fundamental in achieving the Uni- automatically underlines any misspelled word. This is a good nifty versity main goal of teaching and research. Library staff acquired tool for students working on assignments that require them to write skills in different areas such as information literacy, Cloud comput- a given number of words. 46 Research Ndejje University Magazine Development of Termite Saliva as a Potential Stabilizer for Gravel Road Layers

Dr. Albert Rugumayo Improved strength of road soil material based on TERMITE stabilisa- tion technology (ii) Increase the knowledge base on use of TERMITE his research employed an innovative approach of stabilizing technology in road material improvement (iii) Availing research results in-situ / existing road materials using termite saliva technolo- on use of TERMITE technology to potential stakeholders for improving Tgy / concept and has been largely funded by the CrossRoads material specifications or standards. Challenge Fund (CCF), Makerere University and Ndejje University. The team was led by Eng. Dr Umar Bagampadde, Dean of the School Methods of Engineering at CEDAT, Makerere University as the Principal Inves- Termite mound soils were collected from different administrative re- tigator and Eng. Dr Albert Rugumayo, Dean, Faculty of Engineering at gions of the Uganda National Roads Authority along major national Ndejje University as the Coordinator. road corridors namely Northern region (Lira district along Akia – Aloi Background – Olilim road); Western region (Mbarara and Masindi districts along Mbarara – Bushenyi road); West Nile (Arua district near the UNRA The concept was developed from the termite building industry, the Offices); Southern region (Kasese district along Kasese – Kikorongo steps of mound construction and the ingredients termites use to build road); Karamoja (Kotido district) and Central region (Luwero district their mounds commonly known as anthills. along Nakseke – Ngoma road) World over, termites have been known to construct mounds in a bid to The study road was Lubowa - Ndejje road in Wakiso district from protect the mother queen and the entire colony by picking small sized which insitu soils were sampled and tested / treated with the model soil particles, mixing them with their saliva and pilingthem together. termite saliva compound.

The team therefore set out to establish the properties of the termite Both chemical and strength tests were carried out on these sam- mounds and the special ingredients making up the termite saliva with ples. The composition of termite saliva was analyzed, the different an aim of replicating the saliva, by constituting a model compound components in the termite saliva that were anticipated to enhance with properties similar to those of the saliva strength were obtained in synthetic form and optimized using soils The research objectives were to: (i) chemically characterise the ter- from Lubowa-Ndejje road. These were then reconstituted to form the mite mound soils and the surrounding soils; (ii) chemically analyse model compound. the termite saliva extracts from both the abdomen and the head of Results live worker termites; (iii) determine the key engineering properties of soils treated with the termite extracts from head and abdomen; (iv) From the chemical characterization tests using the Atomic Absorp- develop a model compound similar to termite saliva and (v) determine tion Spectrometer (AAS), iron was found to be the most dominant the improved engineering parameters. for both the mound and surrounding soils; all values obtained were over 18,000ppm compared to other mineral elements such as car- The team anticipated the following benefits out of this study namely (i) bon, nitrogen and potassium. Carbon and nitrogen were also found

47 Ndejje University Magazine Research to be present in larger quantities in mound soils as compared to the rides and affects the complex formation mechanism. surrounding soils. It was noted that termites release faecal material full of carbon and nitrogen, which they use in construction of nests. Recommendations The higher carbon and nitrogen content in surrounding soils could be The results from this study be verified by field applications by putting attributed to decomposing organic matter. Statistical analysis revealed up test sections in some of the areas with problematic soils around that termites are not selective in the soil materials they choose to work Uganda. Comparisons from otherstudies can be used to correlate the with in regard to its chemical composition. above findings. In addition, a firm base should be protected from the All soils were found to be finer than the acceptable specification range adverse effects of weather by installation of a sealant to stop ingres- for gravel wearing course and subgrade layers. The PI for all the soils sion of water into the deeper layers that would reduce its structural were between 10 and 25% Light compaction was used to determine integrity. The type of surfacing to best serve the above purpose without OMC and MDD and subsequently CBR was determined at three levels necessarily increasing the cost will be determined and assessed from of compaction (10, 25 and 55 blows). the field trials. Extracts from the surrounding soils, termite heads and abdomen were It was noted that the TERMABOND road construction system is a analyzed for presence and activity of cellulase enzyme and muco- cheaper option compared to the single, double and asphalt concrete polysacharides. The results confirmed the presence of enzyme cellu- surfacing systems, with figures standing at UGX 356,114,500/= for lase in the termite saliva. Mucopolysaccharides, the predicted gluing a TERMABOND system, UGX 420,000,000/=, 580,000,000/= and agents were isolated from the head and abdomen of live termites and 1,690,000,000/= for single surface dressing, double surface dressing from mound soil. and asphalt concrete surfacing options, respectively. It is more ex- pensive than the gravel system, however, the life cycle cost analysis Consistency tests were carried out on insitu soils from Lubowa road shall render the latter option more expensive. On a larger scale, a treated with the above mucopolysacharides. The treatment of soil with total saving of UGX 64,000,000/= is made on a TERMABOND system extract led to a reduction of both plasticity index and linear shrinkage, compared to the single surface dressing. Interventions to waive taxes which is an indication of improved performance. The plasticity index and reduction in the importation and shipping costs shall further lower reduced by 12% with extract from fresh soil and by 39% with extract the construction costs of the TERMABOND road system. from the abdomen and finally by 46% with extract from the head. Bibliography Conclusions Bagampadde, U., Rugumayo, A.I., and Kaddu D., Development of It is possible to achieve higher strength values using this compound, Termite Saliva as a Potential Stabilizer for Gravel Road Layers. Final should the concentration of oligosaccharides be increased. The stabi- Report, CrossRoads Challenge Fund, Project No.CF4, Makerere Uni- lization to some degree dilutes the concentration of the oligosaccha- versity and Ndejje University, Kampala

Innovation, Knowledge Creation For Sustainable Economic Development In Africa DR. MILLY KWAGALA OIDU Dean, Faculty of Business Administration & Management In the process of Innovation, knowledg e creation for sustainable economic development of our continent by universities in Africa; It has become socially, politically and economically more focal as institutions that create and dissemi- nate long-term knowledge. While it is certainly so, many other institutions form an important part of any national innovation backdrop; universities are focused institutions; whose core business is knowledge, both its creation, recreation, innovation and dissemination, including the education of the subsequently knowledgeable (duly qualified) generation for a sustainable economic devel- opment. The importance of knowledge and higher education for sustainable knowledge to development is indirect, not direct. The reason for this development is global, even though there are contextual and re- is that – all the indices we have developed for counting knowledge gional differences in the way the relation between the two evolves. output is a proxy for assessing its contribution to development; it is the long-term knowledge generative capacity that underlies all sus- Nevertheless, there are two things which are universal about this tainable development. Despite this, there are persistent attempts relationship; amongst policy makers and actors in development assistance to First is that the sustainable long-term beneficial contribution of depict the relationship between knowledge and development as

48 Research Ndejje University Magazine a direct one, usually to demonstrate relevance, utility, applicability ing universities acting as engines of long-term knowledge cre- and sustainability. ation and sustainable development and avoid assuming that Afri- ca requires a direct, short-term instrumentalist approach. There is a risk that this approach could lead to the conversion of the university into an applied knowledge creating institution, eroding • International Development assistance key actors, Governments its long-term and far more critical mission, which is to produce the and institutions must pay more attention to forging a concretized next generation capable of producing knowledge and innovation on way forward on the importance of innovation, long-term knowl- a renewable basis. edge creation in regard to a sustainable economic development, particularly in competition with other important development pri- The second universal feature is that the university remains, despite orities. sometimes discordant aims to the contrary, the only producer of this self-renewing knowledge capacity. The university is much bet- ter at indirect, long-term knowledge capacity building than at direct Bibliography short term knowledge application. These adjunct institutions of the Bunting I (forthcoming) HARANA Overview of Eight African Flag- knowledge economy are dependent upon a vibrant university sec- ship Universities: 2001–2011. Cape Town: Centre for Higher Edu- tor from which they draw their self-renewable knowledge genera- cation Transformation. tive capacity without which they could not run, and on which they Cloete N and Bunting I (2011) Cross-National Performance Indica- depend. This is why a vibrant secondary knowledge creation land- tors: A Case Study of Eight African Universities. Cape Town: Centre scape only occurs successfully in countries which have a stable for Higher Education Transformation. long-term knowledge producing university sector. Cloete N, Bailey T, Bunting I and Pillay P (2011) Universities and In general the African universities are not adequately strengthening Economic Development in Africa. Cape Town: African self generative capacity, nor effectively making a substantial con- Minds. tribution to new knowledge production. Neither governments nor development assistant actors see it as a priority to cultivate the Cloete N (2012) Higher Education and Economic Development in university’s capacity to produce knowledge generative capacity. Africa: The Academic Core. In: Vukasovic M, Maassen P, Stensa- ker B, Pinheiro R, Nerland M and Vabø A (eds), Effects of Higher Therefore it is worthy noting that; Education Reforms: Change Dynamics. Rotterdam: Sense. Governments in Africa often perceive universities as existing to Pillay P (2010) Linking Higher Education and Development. Cape educate the next generation of state or civil service functionaries Town: Centre for Higher Education Transformation. (mainly teaching model). When reforms are suggested they often involve prioritizing short-term ‘RELEVANCE’, that is they point to a Maassen P and Cloete N (2011) Higher Education, Donor Organi- direct, unmediated, instrumental conception of the relation between zations, Nation States and Development: The Public Donor Dimen- knowledge and development, which is also encouraged by donors. sion in Africa. In: Basset RM and Maldonado A, International Or- ganizations and Higher Education Policy: Thinking Globally, Acting • In Africa, Universities have a crucial role as producers of ap- Locally. London: Routledge. propriately skilled professionals, research skills, academic staff for other institutions, and as nodes for knowledge networks. Maassen P (in press) Conviction, Fragmentation and Confusion: Strengthening the Academic Core of universities could be a driv- Universities and science policy in a rapidly changing global context. er for strengthening the education system in Africa. In Cloete N, Maassen P, Mouton J and Moja T (eds), Knowledge Production in South African Universities. Dordrecht: Springer. • Development agencies should adopt a holistic approach involv-

Carbon Trade As A Global Economic Issue And Its Impact On Community Development In Uganda

1. Introduction The increasing level of global warming threatening to endanger life on Earth, global strategies intended to mitigate the cause of excessive emission of greenhouse gases were enacted in form of the Kyoto Protocol, ratified at the 1997 United Nations Convention on Climate Change. One of the ratified strategies involved promo- tion of Carbon trade, which had emerged on the global market in the 1990s. Carbon trade involves selling and buying of reductions in the emission of greenhouse gases. The reductions are traded By Paul Kayongo as permits called Carbon credits. One Carbon credit represents permission to emit or to reduce emission of one tonne of Carbon 49 Ndejje University Magazine Research dioxide or an equivalent of another greenhouse gas. This trade was type that involved CDM projects. Regulation was according to the intended to enable participating countries to reap economic gains UN Framework Convention on Climate Change following the pre- from reducing emission of greenhouse gases. The gains were ex- scriptions of the Kyoto Protocol. Any project qualified to be a CDM pected to translate into socioeconomic development of commu- after fulfilling compliance requirements, the two basic requirements nities in recipient countries. Several countries, including Uganda, of which were: Ability to yield socioeconomic benefits to Ugandan have embraced this trade, but its ability to achieve its aim is one of communities and ability to reduce or eliminate emission of green- the most questionable issues in the global economic scholarship. house gases based on verifiable CERs. The voluntary type involved companies and individual farmers planting trees and forests, and Research has shown that Carbon trade is marred with unautho- selling the realized Carbon credits to companies in the global mar- rized Carbon credits entering the market and fraud committed in ket. The credits were sold as Verified Emissions Reduction either form of unscrupulous greenhouse gas emitters claiming Carbon in a prior arrangement agreed between the buyer and the seller or credit transactions that do not occur and hoodwinking unsuspect- as determined by the forces of demand and supply. This type was ing environmentalists to sign fake investment certificates, which the more common, but still not well-developed. emitters present as evidence for emission reduction projects which do not exist. Moreover, instead of promoting sustainable develop- Levels and Players in Carbon Trade: The Econ Pöyry Report (2009) ment, some of the Carbon trade transactions cause negative ef- indicates that players in Uganda’s Carbon offsetting trade were at fects on communities. This research however, does not cover most international level. They included multilateral and bilateral develop- developing countries that participate in this trade, thereby leaving it ment partners like Belgian, Denmark, World Bank, Norway, Oxfam, unclear as to how this trade is performing in these countries. Ugan- DFID, GTZ, UNDP, and UNEP. CDM projects began in Uganda in da is a case in point. This paper thus, focuses on establishing the 2002, but, most of them had not started operations. CDM projects performance of Carbon trade in Uganda. The performance is exam- that had been commenced were 37, but those in operation were ined by exploring the forms, types, level, and volume of the trade. 13. Examples included West Nile Electrification Project, Uganda Players are also identified and their contribution to socioeconomic Nile Basin Reforestation Projects (I, II, III, IV and V), Kakira Sug- transformation of Ugandan communities. A way forward is also pro- ar Works (1985) Ltd. (KSW) Cogeneration Project, Bugoye 13.0 posed. Advocates of using carbon trade as a strategy for controlling MW run-of-river Hydropower project, and Bagasse Cogeneration global warming can thus use the paper as a basis for appreciating Project Kinyara Sugar Limited (KSL). Others were Industrial Wood how the strategy is working in Uganda. Plantation of Pine and Hardwood species, Micro Hydro Power for rural electrification, and Uganda Cattle Methane Reduction. Oth- 2. Methodology er CDM projects are Bujagali Hydropower Project, Buseruka Mini Hydro Power Plant, and Ishasha 6.6 MW Small Hydropower Proj- This paper was complied by reviewing online and printed docu- ect, among others. A scrutiny of these projects reveals that most of ments concerning Carbon trade. This helped identify operators in them were forestry and hydro power investment projects. Uganda’s Carbon trade, and how they affected community devel- opment. Telephone interviews were conducted with some of the Uganda’s voluntary carbon trade was at national, corporate and identified operators to establish the form, level, type and volume of individual levels as players were individual tree farmers, private Carbon trade in Uganda, and its impact on socioeconomic transfor- companies and Environmental NGOs. The specific players includ- mation of Ugandan communities. ed UCB, NFA and the UWA. UCB participated as an advisory and marketing agency and others as agents for mitigating deforestation 3. Findings while promoting re-forestation and forestry preservation. Other play- ers were ECOTRUST, Freshwater Action Network, the UK-based Forms of Carbon Trade: The interview held with a senior Uganda New Forests Company, Bukaleba Forest Project, and Biomass Carbon Bureau (UCB) official revealed two forms of this trade, energy. Others were Forests Absorbing Carbon-dioxide Emissions namely: direct carbon trade, which involved tree farmers selling Foundation, BIDCO (U) Ltd, Busoga Forestry Co. Ltd, the Norwe- Carbon credits generated from their tree farms to Carbon trading gian firm Tree Farms, and Norwegian Afforestation Group. companies involved in tree planting and afforestation. The com- Volume of Carbon Trade: The interview held with a senior UIA offi- panies sold the bought and their own generated Carbon credits cial revealed that the players were still few in number because the to international companies to which they were linked by UCB. The trade was yet to be developed in terms of awareness and knowl- other form is carbon offsetting, which involves Clean Development edge of how it is conducted. The generated revenue was also still Mechanism (CDM) projects established in Uganda by multilateral very low compared to the invested resources. The projects needed and bilateral development partners like Belgian, Denmark, German at least five years to generate revenue. Technical Cooperation, Norway, Oxfam, UK Department for Inter- national Development, United Nations Development Programme, Impact on Community Development: The interview held with the and United Nations Environmental Programme and World Bank. UCB official revealed that the trade has a generally low positive The interview revealed that these Carbon trade forms were still in effect as many voluntary players had just started reaping the ben- their infancy. Most CDM projects were still at the stage of registra- efits. Most beneficiaries were ECOTRUST farmers. Document tion and validation. review indicated that ECOTRUST had generated over $2m from Carbon credits and had used it to improve the lives of tree farmers Types of Carbon Trade: The interview with the UCB official revealed in Bushenyi district. ECOTRUST had also led to establishment of that the types of Carbon trade in Uganda included the regulated 50 Research Ndejje University Magazine a 400-member Bitereko Peoples SACCO that improved members’ es/post%20to%20resecon%20aug%202005.htm access to and utilization of financial services, resulting into erecting Bartlett, S. (2012). Uganda leads the way in opening up carbon projects like schools, coffee processing, brewing of local gin and finance for suppliers of improved cook stoves in Africa. [Online]. Re- permanent houses. It also enabled farmers to meet their children’s trieved on November 28, 2013 from http://www.cleancookstoves. educational requirements. Indeed, 90% of Bitereko Infant School org/media-and-events/news/uganda-leads-the-way-in-opening-up- parents used money from Carbon credits to support their children Carbon-finance-for-suppliers-of-improved-cook-stoves-in-africa. in the school. Farmers were also enabled to increasing their ag- html ricultural productivity through rehabilitating degraded bare hills. Another voluntary Carbon trade player, Trees for Global Benefits, Bukaleba. (n.d). Bukaleba carbon credits for sale: Green invest- transformed lives of nearly 2,000 farmers living in different rural ment in Uganda. [Online]. Retrieved on November 28, 2013 from districts of Uganda. http://www.greenresources.no/News/tabid/93/articleType/ArticleV- iew/articleId/49/Bukaleba-Carbon-credits-for-sale-Green-invest- The interview held with the Designated National Authority official ment-in-Uganda.aspx revealed that CDM projects were yet to make a significant impact because they lacked capacity to operate as per the UN Conven- Cashman, M., & Hutchinson, M. (2013). Taxation and the trad- tion on Climate Change. The few CDM projects like West Nile Hy- ing of carbon credits. [Online]. Retrieved on December 16, dro Power Project and Bugoye 13.0MW run-of-river Hydropower 2013 from http://www.mayerbrown.com/files/Publication/39e2d- project generated hydroelectricity which improved people’s lives 3fc-58a2-4e4d-b205-7d34c1236931/Presentation/PublicationAt- through provision of energy for lighting and facilitation of agro-pro- tachment/3ba1ab3d-b6ab-4fdd-8a5b-ab8276516a0d/ART_CASH- cessing businesses. Other CDM projects like Kakira Sugar Works MAN_HUTCHINSON_JUN10_TAXATION.PDF (1985) Ltd. Cogeneration Project and Bagasse Cogeneration Proj- Chigbu, U.E. (2012). Village renewal as an instrument of rural de- ect, Kinyara Sugar Limited have improved life quality of out-growers velopment: Evidence from Weyarn, Germany. Community Develop- and causal labourers. ment, 2(43): 209-224. Some CDM projects were reportedly globally beneficial, but had David, S. (2009). The problems with offsets from tree planting. Su- negative effects on communities. Some tree planting, afforesta- zuki Foundation tion, re-forestation, and Reduced Degradation and Destruction of Econ Pöyry Report No. R-2009-068, Project no. 5Z090003.10. Forests projects led to eviction of community members, rendering [Online]. Retrieved on December 20, 2013 from http://www. them homeless, landless, and destroying crops. Oweyegha-Afun- google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&c- aduula observed that of the 100,000 hectares that BIDCO (U) Ltd d=1&ved=0CCoQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.norad. wanted to establish oil palm plantations, over 30,000 hectares were no%2Fno%2Fresultater%2Fpublikasjoner%2Fpublikasjon%2F_at- grabbed from public forest land in Kalangala District. Tree Farms tachment%2F128092%3F_download%3Dtrue%26_ts%3D1223a- and Norwegian Afforestation Group grabbed 80,000−100,000 hect- c9930a&ei=uPSzUpLRGeGo4gSY5IC4Bw&usg=AFQjCNE- ares of Bukaleeba Forest, replacing it with pine and eucalyptus da05CPxwVcC05M2k0mHW7uZZB1A&bvm=bv.58187178,d.bGE monocultures. Land-grabbing displaced over 8000 people. In Kibo- ga District, Luwunga Forest Reserve and 20,000 hectares of forest- EcoSecurities, Conservation International, CCBA, ClimateBiz land were leased to a British company−New Forests after evicting (2009). Forest carbon offsetting trends 2009 survey. [Online]. 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By Saidah Mbooge Najjuma Findings Introduction Study results show that community dialogue among people receiv- ing help and those extending help allows sharing of mitigation con- Uganda has been grappling with HIV and AIDS at policy and prac- cerns including violation of sexual rights of orphans, changing nurs- tice level for over four decades and despite various intervention ap- ing options, failing rights of people living with HIV and AIDS and proaches and models; social, medical, cultural among others, there widow inheritance in order to grab property. Gasper (2008) argues is still need of continuous research for more sustainable solutions. for adoption of values that go beyond rights but give attention to Through experience and research, Uganda perceives HIV and ethical reasoning, which can be achieved in Community Dialogue. AIDS as a multi-dimensional problem and practically demonstrates Both contemporary (activity meetings, activity days, mass media, a multisectoral and multidisciplinary intervention as the best way official gatherings) and traditional ( prayer, funerals, weddings) to tackle the pandemic and calling for a process that integrates spaces complemented each other and promoted community dia- voices and capacities and generates hope for mutual support. This logue that unfolds people’s views to build a mutual understanding of study inquired into the usefulness of community dialogue as a key HIV and AIDS concerns in a challenging context of diversity which participatory approach in mitigating the adverse effects of HIV and challenges the traditional unidirectional control of knowledge and AIDS; how it supports sharing of mitigation concerns, how it is be- resources by the ‘experts’. Community Dialogue also lessens the ing applied, how it promotes social ownership and how it facilities pernicious culture of silence of the people receiving the support, collective action among local people and external interveners in which agrees with Freire (1970) that: mitigating the HIV and AIDS effects. The Convergence Model of Communication by Kincaid (1979; 1981), guided the study, supple- The assumption that only ‘experts’ have knowledge can be very op- mented by the theory of Change Process (Sheafor and Horejsi, pressive. It presupposes that people in the communities let experts 2001). The study concludes that social workers, as well as men, think for them and they accept the expert opinion uncritically! women, girls and boys directly experiencing the effects of HIV and Findings show that community dialogue nurtures mechanisms AIDS and their caregivers, are rightly entitled to make their views such as home based health care, HIV counselling, policy advocacy, count in the problem solving. Given the difficulty of eliminating ex- recreation grounds, coordination of food supplements, communi- ternally driven interventions, additional concerted efforts are ur- ty mobilisation, and peer education to lessen the various forms of gently needed to integrate the existing capacities and resources. sufferings; social, economic, psychological, rights based among The study recommends for adoption of community dialogue as a others. These mechanisms enhance people’s coping capacities, policy approach to optimise interactions among collaborates in the assure people’s self-esteem and human dignity, promote peoples’ HIV and AIDS mitigation. livelihoods, lessen self-blame, support people live without shame Methodology and promote respect for human rights of people living with HIV and AIDS. Findings further reveal various innovations; ‘Owange This phenomenological study employed a case study design to Wawulidde’ Regenerated Freirian Literacy through Empowering carry out an in-depth investigation of how community dialogue is Community Techniques, Participatory Learning and Action, Soci- applied to integrate the views and resources among local people eties Tackling AIDS through Rights and Immersions that were em- affected and infected with HIV and AIDS and the external social ployed to promote community dialogue as a strategic approach in support agencies. The study was conducted in two locations of HIV and AIDS mitigation interventions. These forms of critical ped- Kalangala and Nakasongola, working with Action Aid International agogy support community members to transform their own realities. and Save the Children to mitigate the adverse effects of HIV and Findings indicate a possibility of social ownership attained in com- AIDS. These were purposively selected being among the most HIV munity dialogue through its advantage of converting HIV and AIDS and AIDS affected districts in Uganda with high prevalence rates from seemingly a private problem to a public catastrophe that is 29% and 20.3 % respectively compared to the national prevalence perceived by all stakeholders as everyone’s problem, to which all rate of 6.4% (UAC 2007; Camlin, Kwera and Dworkin, 2013; AAIU, are committed to tackle. Further, community dialogue catalyses so- 2007; Nakasongola District, 2006). Data were collected from com- cial ownership through envisioning, collaborative engagements, ev- munity groups, staff working with AAIU and Save the Children, HIV idence based initiatives, learning by doing and collective financing. management officials and District political leaders through partic- Chambers (1997) supports this when he states that much of the ipant observation, focus group discussions, participatory learning best learning is through self critical commitment to action, engage- and action tools and key informant interviews. Data was largely ment with the world and learning which demands personal insight analysed manually. and reflections. It enhances social ownership through altruism, psychosocial and economic support system, and sustains social 53 Ndejje University Magazine Research ownerships through community skilling, investment in children and impact sustained interaction. using existing community channels to achieve much with few re- sources. Recommendations

Findings further show that community dialogue is one of the ap- The study recommends the use of Jansson’s policy guidelines to proaches that organises people receiving help and those extending enrich the process of designing and implementing sustainable HIV help into collective action, through building relationships and pos- and AIDS mitigation measures through adoption of community di- itive attitudes to address inequalities caused by gender, income, alogue to optimise interactions among those receiving help and and social status using a variety of participatory methodologies. those extending help. Jansson (1994), provides a framework which This in study areas was achieved through local leadership, identity is perhaps influential in describing a sustainable way of mitigating building, and the practice of downward accountability (Chambers the adverse effects of HIV and AIDS with some level of interaction 2005) and diplomacy. More so, community dialogue boosts team among people receiving help and those extending help. Janssen’s spirit by encouraging the sharing of leadership, social accountabili- ty, reflection breaks, social audits, and exposure to success stories. framework acknowledges the incremental model of policy formula- The benefits of community dialogue in collective action are techni- tion process that tries to improve acceptability of public policy by al- cal empowerment, people’s feelings that their views count, social lowing policy through enactment over time. It therefore demystifies capital, community literacy and respect for diversity. the traditional thinking and practices that assumed, that, a policy is ‘cooked somewhere and then it is delivered’ to the implementers The study found that community dialogue facilitates changes in and beneficiaries. Jansson’s framework entails a set of tasks and behaviour and attitudes of external interveners to become facili- values, which are important in policy reform including six steps and tators, and partners, not directors of services in collective action. four policy skills, to perform the six tasks to operationalise the adop- This involves “sharing the stick” on the part of external and building tion of community dialogue in policy review. confidence of local people’s in the ability to make their view count. Findings show that during implementation, certain skills, including The study recommends a review of existing policy on HIV and AIDS patience, listening, accommodation, team support, cooperative in- mitigation by adopting community dialogue as an approach to fa- teraction, and diplomacy are essential in creating horizontal rela- cilitate the integration of ideas and capacities from all parties. The tionships by sharing ideas and resources in a mutually reinforcing framework for review envisages adoption of community dialogue to manner. In relation chambers suggested that for realities of lowers to count more and for the new high ground to prevail, the uppers amplify the voices of the ‘voiceless’, promote flexibility and accom- have to change. modation from the external social support agencies in the interest of attaining the common outcome to foster sustainable interactions Conclusions in collective HIV and AIDS mitigation. Integration of Resources and Capacities leading into consensus building in recognition and Community dialogue does not prevent conflicts, and diversity, yet, respect of individual’s view, leading to sharing experiences, les- it can be creatively used to unlock peoples’ potential, open up op- sons and the development of common goals, evolving sustainable portunities for mutual learning and respect through the extensive interactions which assumes that dialogue permeates the entire discussions in the different spaces, which helps to improve sustain- process and enables people to continue interacting formally and able interactions among those receiving help and those extending support. It works better when all collaborates assume their roles; informally. This is because there is a stream of ideas in the form otherwise its implementation may be uphill task, although, tradi- of new perspectives, values, and needs, as well as new areas of tionally, external people and institutions do not want to work in a disagreement, which are continuously feeding into the discussions, context where the grassroots people are interacting on an equal and provide something to talk about, which sustains interactions. basis and empowered to assert themselves. The proposed policy guideline with respect to its application, pro- Due to heterogeneity of actors, collective ownership is increasingly vides concepts that apply to a wide range of situations, which difficult to realise, thus it requires investment in terms of time, con- makes it relevant for adoption to other sectors such as, primary stant questioning, interpretations of relationships and strengthen- health care and improved farming practices. Therefore, outside HIV ing of existing community channels. Further, external interveners and AIDS mitigation the framework has transferable concepts that can use community dialogue to manipulate local people by featur- can be applied by other service providers and to situations aimed ing their interests, which requires the building of skills among local at integrating the priorities of actors in any other settings requiring people to cope with donor interests. sustainable social transformation. Finally, the study does not pro- Community dialogue envisages the possibility for tackling struc- pose a new policy, but contributes to a more effective implementa- tural inequalities that have traditionally dogged the participation of tion arrangement of the existing policies and practices in HIV and marginalised groups, such as women, people with disabilities, and AIDS mitigation. The argument here is that this kind of interaction those infected and affected with HIV and AIDS to make their views through adoption of community dialogue is essential to ensure that count. This calls for inclusive policies and practices to have positive the interventions put in place are more effective, collectively owned,

54 Research Ndejje University Magazine and sustainable. UK. References Freire P. (1970) Pedagogy of the Oppressed, Clays Ltd, Penguin Books, London, UK Action Aid International Uganda (2007) “Fighting Poverty Together”: Gasper D (2008) “Denis Goulet and the Project of Development Action Aids’ Country Strategy (CPS III 2007), Action Aid Interna- Ethics”. Journal of Human Development, 9(3) 452-474. tional Uganda. Kincaid, D.L.(1979) “The Convergence Theory of Communication,” Archer D and Cottingham S (1996) “Regenerated Freirian Literacy Honolulu, East-West Communication Institute, Paper 18. through Empowering Community Techniques: The Experiences of Three REFLECT Pilot Projects in Uganda, Bangladesh, and Elsal- Kincaid, D.L.(1981) “The Convergence Theory of Communication: vadol”. ODA, UK. Its Implications for Intercultural Communication”. Y.Y Kim (eds), Theoretical Perspectives, Vol Xii, Intercultural Annual, Beverly Hills, Camlin, C. S., Kwena, Z. a, & Dworkin, S. L. (2013). Jaboya vs. ja- Calif, Sage, pp 280-298 kambi: Status, negotiation, and HIV risks among female migrants in the “sex for fish” economy in Nyanza Province, Kenya. AIDS Educa- Nakasongola District (2006) District HIV and AIDS Strategic Plan tion and Prevention : Official Publication of the International Society 2006/07 – 2010/11, November 2006, Uganda. for AIDS Education 25(3), 216–1. doi:10.1521/aeap.2013.25.3.216 Sheafor H and Horejsi S (2001) Techniques and Guidelines for So- Chambers .R (1997) Whose Reality Counts? Putting the First Last, cial Work Practice. 3rd edition, Allyn and Bacon, USA. ITG Publishing, London Uganda AIDS Commission/ GOU (2007) National HIV and AIDS Chambers. R (2005) Ideas for Development, Earthscan, London, Strategic Plan 2007-12. UAC, Kampala. Vocational Community Based Training and youth employability in Uganda: A study of Nile Vocational Institute

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By: Ramadan Mugaru (MA Development Studies) and Dr 2013). According to Pezzullo, 2006); Uganda’s comparative unem- Saidah Mbooge Najjuma ployment rates were relatively low for the East African region but steadily growing as the percentages of youth population increased. Ndejje University Unemployment varied across regions and settings: urban to rural. Unemployment was very high in urban centres than in rural ar- Background of the Study eas in the country. The female youth unemployment levels was as Uganda’s population is largely youthful with 79% below the age twice high compared to their male counterparts (ILO, 2012). The of 30 years and more than 65 % of the youth unemployed (GOU, share of the jobs advertised in the public administration sub-sec- tor decreased from 80% in 2010 to 49% percent in 2011 in Ugan- 55 Ndejje University Magazine Research da (UBOS, 2012). The ratio of employment to population stands edge and practical skills in Bricklaying & concrete practice, Wood at 75%. The gap between population and employment is 5 million curving, Carpentry and Joinery, Electrical Installation and Basic (UNFPA 2014). Electronics, Plumbing and sheet Metal works, Motor vehicle me- chanics, Business Studies, Catering and hotel management, Textile Unemployment was lower among persons with no education and technology and nursery teaching. In addition the program promotes primary education, and higher among those with secondary edu- HIV/AIDS awareness as a key component of its training among the cation and above. More youth that are educated were biased to- youth (NVI, 2012). It was on this background that this study sought wards wage-paying formal jobs, which were harder to find. This to establish the contribution of vocational Community Based Train- was partly due the mismatch between what was taught and what ing (CBT) programme on youth employment. the community needed or demanded (Ahaibwe and Mbowa, 2014). This alone means that there is a stiff competition among the youth Statement of the Problem with formal training and those without. (UBOS, 2012; La Paz and Macey, 2007). This situation further confirms a UNESCO report on Poverty, unemployment and underemployment are the major prob- youth and skills, working below the poverty line being a much more lems affecting Uganda’s youth; accounting for 65% (Action Aid, widespread phenomenon, than not working at all (UNESCO, 2012). 2012). This is attributed to low level of employable skills (Barab and Realizing the untapped potential of the youth with increasing high Hay 2011). It is pressumed that if acquires relevant strategic skills unemployment levels among this group, it is critical to provide them and training; this situation may be reduced hence related training with employability skills, to foster social desirable changes, which was introduced in Uganda by NVI in 2000 to addresses the mis- enhance self-reliance (UNFPA, 2014). match between what is formally taught and what is demanded in the communities to improve youth livelihood (NVI, 2012). This re- In order to address the rampant youth unemployment, young peo- search’s interest was into examining the contribution of NVI’s voca- ple would derive considerable benefit from vocational Community tional community based training to youth employment. Based Training (CBT) programs by acquiring various vocational skills (Barab & Hay, 2011). The International Monetary Fund (IMF, The purpose of the study 2010) further observed that, Community Based Training is one of The study sought to investigate the contribution of Nile Vocational the ways of developing human resources and essential if Uganda Institute’s Community Based Training program’s on youth employ- is to be transformed from predominantly peasant-based economy ment. to just a peaceful and prosperous middle-income country. Objectives of the study According to Ghazala and Rao, (2003); Community Based Train- ing Program primarily targeted the poor and marginal groups. The Specifically the study sought; technical experts mostly from vocational and technical institutes go to the communities and identify youth who could not access formal • To investigate the training competence acquired at NVI through training institutions, organize them and train them according to the vocational CBT program content. local tailored needs. Community Based Training (CBT) Program is • To established NVI youth’s employability after graduating from also described as apprenticeship training because it involves the CBT program. learner in an actual physical context of practice who learns side by side with an expert to master a specific skill or task (Pratt, 1998). It is • To assess the social welfare benefit of CBT graduates result- believed to enhance innovations in both government and non-gov- ing from their employment. ernment programs (Barab & Hay, 2011). Today young people need not only a job, but training such as CBT that can enable them to Methodology be absorbed into the labour market and to make meaningful contri- This study employed a cross-sectional survey research design to butions to their country as workers, citizens and agents of change gather qualitative and quantitative data from a population at the (ILO, 2008; Pezzullo, 2006). Short of this, the youth are to remains Nile Vocation Institutes Headquarters, the respective surrounding a barrier to the region’s development (UNESCO, 2012). communities, graduates and other stakeholders on NVI follow-up program. A sample of eighty (80) individuals, male and female In 2000, Nile Vocational Institute took up a social responsibility participated in the study. They included the NVI principal, two (2) of training the communities by providing vocational and life skills coordinators of community based training program, eight (8) train- through Community Based Training Programs (CBT) by mainly tar- ers and artisans, seventeen (17) community members around the geting the unskilled unemployed youth in various communities from institute, fifty (50) graduates, two (2) government education offi- the districts of Jinja, Lira, Masaka and Hoima (NVI, 2012). The goal cials and members of Civil Society Organizations (CSO) especially was to empower the youths in these communities with market driv- those supporting CBT programs in various ways. Data was gener- en skills to enable them improve their livelihood through community ated using questionnaires which were analyzed using descriptive outreach programs. statistics known as frequency counts, provided by SPSS version 16. Youth of various educational levels and backgrounds including Primary Leavers join the NVI’s CBT programme to gain knowl- Findings

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Findings show that majority of the graduates; 45% of the Vocational their services affordable to the local communities and themselves. Community Based Training (CBT) program had completed Prima- Further, 67.5% of the graduates considered the working environ- ry Level of Education; 55% of these were female aged between ment attractive while 32.5% reported that their working condition 19-20yrs. This reveals the institute’s openness to empowerment of was enjoyable. youth graduate regardless of sex, age or education background. Interestingly to note that all graduates traced by the study were em- A sufficient number of the NVI’s CBT graduates; 45% were involved ployed. This was attributed to the fact that CBT program equipped in the making of fuel/energy saving charcoal and firewood Stoves the graduates with appropriate employability skills that they needed followed, while others participated in bee keeping, tailoring, and to be successful on the job. As a study respondents explained. metal fabrication/welding, motor repairs among others. “Our emphasis on the community priorities and potentials in terms The NVI’s CBT curriculum used for training of youth in various dis- of resources and market demands to address the area specific ciplines tailored to the local needs that were designed through guid- needs. (CBT Programme Trainer)” ance of Participatory Research Approach (PRA) and resource flow matrix, which cited stakeholder’s participation at the community lev- This finding is supported by (Roby etal, 2010), who argued that els in developing what they wanted to see out of the graduates, and vocational CBT is integral to the expansion of participation in the la- increased community involvement in the programme. The findings bor market and reduction in unemployment and poverty. It provides explain NVI’s philosophy of educating the vulnerable communities the youth with knowledge-based education and training, which en- surrounding the institute with an approach of equipping them with hances youth competencies for various occupations and integrates appropriate skills based on their identified needs in order to im- them into the labor market. It was therefore clear that NVI’s CBT prove their livelihood (NVI, 2013) programme prompted youth employability by empowering the grad- uates and alumni of Nile Vocational training Institute to create jobs It is therefore clear that NVI’s CBT programme is a community led and become self-reliant (NVI, 2012). intervention to youth unemployment, which is in line with UNFPA (1998) that the predicted challenges faced by the youth in the labor The Chi-Square test results confirm that employability of CBT grad- markets. It is observed that, success in pursuing employment for uates was associated with the acquired competencies. In this case, young people will require long term, concerted actions, spanning the significance value of .000 was observed which showed a signif- a wide range of policies and programs include local interventions”. icant association between the two sets of variables. This confirms the assumption that vocational CBT training and skills for the youth Responses reveal further, that the primary requirement for recruit- are essential to be preferred by employees. ment of a competent CBT instructor at NVI was experience with the relevant skills in the respective course. Largely, the competence The study found that 72.5% of the youth used their earnings to im- considered the practical experience of the instructor over a period prove the social welfare of their families, 17.5% used their income of at least five years and beyond. In addition NVI’s principle ex- to expand their established business such as buying additional plained that all CBT instructors were subjected to the competence tools, 7.5% reported to buy family needs such as food and cloth- test before officially allowed to participate in the training of learners ing’s among others. Others, that is 2.5% were able to pay school and refresher courses were conducted to qualified trainers. fees for their children and other relatives. Further, CBT graduates were able to make savings out of their income that they used to Findings show that NVI’s CBT programme boasts over 600 grad- expand businesses/projects 60%, pay for school fees 30% and buy uates since its inception in 2001. The youth who acquired rele- household requirements. A small proportion 2.5% of savings was vant skills were highly demanded. For example, most of the CBT invested in village SACCOS to serve as collateral for more borrow- graduates interviewed were employed within their communities to ing. directly satisfy the local community market demands. This is a clear indication that the skills and services provided by the CBT to youth The Chi-Square test results confirm the association between em- graduates were highly relevant and demanded within their local ployability and the Social Welfare Status of the CBT graduates. In communities. this case, the significance value is at .000, which shows a signifi- cant association of the two variables, and that youth employment The study found several advantages of employing CBT graduates as a result of CBT enables them improve their livelihood by meet- compared to those trained elsewhere. For instance, the employ- ing the household necessities, expand their business, meet family ers preferred employing CBT graduates because they are practical needs and pay school fees for their children and relatives. 55%, creative and innovative 25%, worked together as friends 10%, hardworking 7.5% while 2.5% of employers interviewed believed Conclusions that the graduates are very competitive. Based on the findings, it can be concluded that NVI’s vocational community based training contributes to youth employment and Results show that majority of the CBT graduates 37.5% earned subsequent empowerment as explained below; between Uganda Shillings 110,000 – 200,000 (USD 60) per month followed by those that earned 210,000 to 300,000/= (USD 100). • Vocational CBT constituted the relevant and strategic practical This was reasonable compared to their education level and made training services, knowledge, unrestricted skills acquired by

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the youth, which directly responded to creativity and innova- Amin E. M. (2005). Social Science Research, Conception, Method- tion that increased youth competencies to establish their own ology and Analysis, Makerere University, Uganda. jobs. Barab, S.A. & Hay, K.E. (2001). Doing Science at the Elbows of • The training competence acquired through Vocational CBT Experts, science apprenticeship camp, Washington, USA. was integral to the expansion of youth’s participation in the Chambers, R. and Lake, A. (2001), Bridging the gap between un- labour market and reduction in unemployment and poverty. It employment and self-employment for disadvantaged young people, provided youth with knowledge-based education and training ILO, Geneva for various occupations and integrated into the labor market. Ghazala M and Vijayendra R, (2003), Community Based and Driv- • Vocational CBT addressed the gap between the knowledge, en Development, the World Bank, Washington USA. skills and experiences that were taught in vocational institutes, and what was required in the labour market. Hence, the study ILO, (2011), Global Employment Trends for Youth, 2011 Update confirmed that NVI’s vocational community based training ad- (www.ilo.org) dresses the mismatch to contribute to youth employment. ILO, (2012) Global Employment Trends Geneva: International La- • There was a strong link between the CBT Competence ac- bor Organization quired among the youth and their employability, which subse- IMF, (2010), Supporting a Balanced Global Recovery, IMF Annual quently contributed to the social welfare of the graduate of Nile Report Vocational Institute. La Paz and Macey (2007), What Works in Unlocking Local Re- Recommendations sources, Baltimore, USA.

The study recommends Vocational Community Based Training Nile Vocation Institute Vouchers, 2011, 2012 and 2013. (CBT) to be adopted among institution of higher learning as one of Onen & Oso (2008), Writing Research proposal and report (2nd the ways to solve the problem of youth unemployment in Uganda ed.) Kampala, Makerere University printer. and elsewhere. Pratt, D.D. (1998) Five perspectives on teaching in adult and higher COURSES OFFERED It recommends that the Government of Uganda through Ministry education. Malabar of Education, Science, Technology and Sports, should review the Pezzullo, S. (2006), Preparing Youth for 21st Century Jobs, USA formal education curricula to strengthen innovations and skills de- velopment in the areas of technology that respond to the empow- Sarantakos. S. (2005) Social Research. New York: Paragrave Mac- erment of the youth to address community labour market needs. millan, USA. GOU, (2013), Harnessing Uganda’s strong economic growth, aver- The study further recommends that Uganda and other governments aging 6.4 per cent per year since 2002, State of Uganda’s Popula- of Africa should increase budgetary allocation and commitment to- tion Report 2013 wards community based education programs through improving school infrastructure, facilitation of mentors and work directly with Population Reference Bureau (2013) the World’s Youth data Sheet. the private sector to empower the youth. www.prb.org/.../Datasheets/2013/youth-dat.. UNESCO, 2012 Youth and Skills: Putting Education to Work, Paris. The government of Uganda should replicate the CBT program to all schools and encourage Higher Education Institutions to main- UNESCO, (2012), Youth and Skills, ILO Geneva. stream practical skills with youth livelihood programmes. This can United Nations Population Fund (1998), the State of World Popu- be enhanced through forging public-private partnership that allow lation, unconditional funding of the private institutions that promote voca- tional education and skills based Training. UNFPA, et al (2014), Harnessing the Demographic Dividend, Na- tional Planning Authority, Kampala. References World Bank (2012), Learning from Practice Series. Action Aid (2012), Lost Opportunity: Gaps in youth policy program- ming in Uganda, Action Aid International. World Bank (2007) Development and the Next Generation, World Development Report 2007 Washington, DC Ahaibwe G. and Mbowa S (2014), Youth Unemployment Challenge in Uganda and the Role of Employment Policies in Jobs Creation www. Youth and Employment in Africa (2014), The Potential, the Prob- brookings.edu/blogs/africa-in-focus/posts/2014/08/26-youth-un- lem, the Promise journal employment-uganda (Retrieved October 2014) UBOS 2012, Uganda National Household Survey 2009/2010, Ahuja R (2005), Research Methods, Jaipur, Rawart Publication, UBOS Kampala. India.

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COURSES OFFERED Faculty of Arts Bachelor of Science in Cooperatives and Agribusiness Manage- ment Certificate in Library & Information Science Bachelor of Science in Banking & Insurance Diploma in Library & Information Science Bachelor of Science in Project Management Diploma in Commercial Art & Design Bachelor of Design & Ceramics Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management Bachelor of Micro Finance Graduate School Bachelor of Economics Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management Bachelor of Economics & Trade Policy Postgraduate Diploma in Education Bachelor of Industrial Art & Design Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement & Logistics Management Bachelor of Entrepreneurship & Management Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies Bachelor of Library and Information Sciences Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Faculty of Social Sciences Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Certificate in Guidance & Counseling (CGC) Postgraduate Diploma in Education Institutional Management Diploma in Social Work & Social Administration Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Science Diploma in Guidance & Counseling Postgraduate Diploma in Physical Education and Sports Manage- ment Diploma in Community – Based Development Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration Diploma in Development Studies Postgraduate Diploma in Pedagogy Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication M. Sc. in Accounting & Finance Bachelor of Community – Based Development M. Sc. Marketing Bachelor of Development Studies M. Sc. Project Management Bachelor of Guidance and Counseling M. Sc. Finance Bachelor of Leadership & Human Development Master of Business Administration Bachelor of Public Administration & Management Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Bachelor of Social Gerontology & Welfare Studies Master of Arts in Development Studies Bachelor of Community Psychology Master of Arts in Peace and Human Development Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication Master of Arts in Community Participation & Strategic Management Bachelor of Social Work & Social Administration M. Sc. Procurement and Supply Chain Management Faculty of Business Administration and Man- M. Sc. Human Resource Management Master of Arts in Guidance & Counseling agement Master of Educational Planning & Management Advanced Certificate in Business Administration Master of Education (Curriculum Studies) Diploma in Business Administration with options Master of Educational Psychology Bachelor of Business Administration Master of Computer Science Bachelor of Commerce Master of Information Technology Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance Master of Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics Management Bachelor of Human Resource Management Extra – Mural Education Programmes Bachelor of Science in Marketing These are short Certificate courses of one week up to three months Bachelor of Public Relations Management designed to strengthen individual capacity tailored to specific fac- Bachelor of Business Computing ulties.

For more information contact Ndejje University P.O. Box 7088 Kampala, Uganda Tel: +256 – 392-730321- Academic Registrar ; +256-414-693126 – Deputy Academic Registrar, Website: www.ndejjeuniversity.ac.ug