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UNDP and Kabale University Set Stage for Launch of Business Innovation Hub to Spur Youth Entrepreneurship

As part of its commitment to strengthening innovation ecosystems in Uganda’s public universities, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is accelerating efforts to operationalize the Kabale University Business Incubation Centre, a state-of-the-art facility aimed at nurturing student-led innovation, entrepreneurship, and job creation. In 2023, UNDP signed a partnership agreement with Kabale University to establish the incubation...

NCHE Commends Kabale University’s Commitment to Gender Equity During Needs Assessment Visit

NCHE Commends Kabale University’s Commitment to Gender Equity During Needs Assessment Visit The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) team visited Kabale University today as part of a gender-focused institutional needs assessment. The visit aimed to evaluate the university’s progress in implementing gender equity and inclusion practices in line with national policy frameworks. The Deputy Vice Chancellor...

Bridging the Service Gap: PUM Expert Leads Training for Excellence in Hospitality and Internships at Kabale University.

Bridging the Service Gap: PUM Expert Leads Training for Excellence in Hospitality and Internships at Kabale University. The Kabale University Institute of Tourism and Hospitality is proud to host Berend Heringa, a seasoned Hospitality Education Expert from PUM Netherlands, for a week-long Training of Trainers program focused on customer service excellence and effective internship practices. The...

Kabale University School of Medicine (KABSOM) Strengthens Healthcare Delivery in Kigezi Region

Kabale University School of Medicine Enhances Critical Care with Ultrasound Scanner Donation In a remarkable gesture of partnership and community support, the Kabale University School of Medicine (KABSOM) donated a state-of-the-art ultrasound scanner to Kabale Regional Referral Hospital (KRRH). This has significantly bolstered the capabilities of the Critical Care Unit at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital (KRRH)....

Kabale University Strengthens Global Research on Food System Governance and Agricultural Policy

Kabale University Strengthens Global Research on Food System Governance and Agricultural Policy On March 21, 2025, Kabale University welcomed Professor Anne Mette Kjær from Aarhus University, Denmark, for high-level discussions on the ongoing research project, "The Political Economy of Food System Governance around Lake Victoria." This collaborative initiative, funded by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs,...

Kabale University Inspires Kigezi High School Students on Career Opportunities

Kabale University remains committed to shaping the future of young minds through career guidance and academic empowerment. On Saturday, 22nd March 2025, the university participated in Career Day at Kigezi High School, engaging students in discussions on career pathways, university programs, and essential workplace skills. The event, themed “Career Choices and the Future Job Market” and...

Kabale University and Lund University Strengthen Collaboration Through RESPECT Project Meeting

The Advisory Committee of the RESPECT Project (Responsible Critical Thinking) convened on 20th March 2025 at White Horse Inn, Kabale, bringing together distinguished academics and stakeholders to assess the project’s progress and future direction. The meeting was graced by Dr. Alex Kagume, Deputy Executive Director of the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), and Prof. Johnny...

Kabale University Engineering Students Participate in Pre-World Engineering Day 2025 Celebrations at Kyambogo University

Pre-World Engineering Day 2025 Celebrations at Kyambogo University The Association of Chemical Engineering Students (ACES) organized the 2nd Pre-World Engineering Day Celebrations at Kyambogo University under the theme “Shaping Our Sustainable Future Through Engineering.” The event, held on February 28, 2025, brought together engineering students, industry professionals, and academic leaders to discuss sustainable solutions for global...

Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council Inspects Kabale University School of Medicine

Kabale University recently hosted an inspection visit from the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC) to assess the progress and development of the Kabale University School of Medicine (KABSOM). The inspection aimed to evaluate infrastructure, staffing, research advancements, and student welfare to ensure compliance with national medical education standards. Welcoming the UMDPC Team The Vice...

Addressing Child Torture, Promoting Mental Health and Strengthening Child Protection Systems in Uganda

By Assoc. Prof. Edward Bantu Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Psychology, Kabale University The harrowing ordeal of a 4-year-old child, subjected to torture by a caregiver in Kikoko Zone, Namataba Cell, Kirinya Ward, Kira Municipality, Wakiso District, has shaken the nation. This tragic incident, widely shared on social media and reported by Uganda Today, underscores the...