By Peter Mutebi M.
Makerere University and Ugandan government law enforcer institutions have no difference. It’s like a father and son the only gap is, they operate in different spheres. Both believe in theories than practicals, you can compare them to false preachers who don’t mean what they say/ preach to the congregation.
Way back our Ugandan traffic Police introduced and enforced the issue of having and using seat belts in cars, public transport and speed governors in buses. This was fine, since it aimed at saving the public from dying in accidents, which were on increase.
However, it did not take even a week in place, and now it is as if the Police have never introduced any law to save people from the accidents, in less than a year, buses are still speeding and making terrible accidents. Leaving a lot questioned, for instance, where did the issue of speed governors stopped? Do these ever increasing coaches install them? What about tightening the issue of seating belts and so many other queries.
This predicament of laxity has not stopped with law enforcer institutions such as Police; it has stretched into government higher learning institutions. They pass laws and regulations governing their operational environment with out first laying good strategies on how these conventions are going to work.
Out of know where, Makerere University proposed and passed the law about dressing code at Campus in a bid to eradicate sexual harassments caused to ‘lecturers’, students and staff workers. This was first heard in Mukono Christian University where they effectively abolished indecent dressing; girls putting on tight trousers, mini-skirts, half browses (tops) famously known as “Kundi shows” and any provocative dressing.
According to MUK administration, students are not allowed to put on provocative wear (indecent dressing) as mentioned in above paragraph. Should outside world assume that MUK is now following (copying) other upcoming Universities in setting policies? Does this grant credibility to policy makers or subtracting even the little they initially had?
Come to think of it, how does MUK determines and categorizes indecency dressing? To Muslims, they consider covering yourself from head to toe as a decent dressing. Culturally, Baganda believes in ‘gomesi, Kanzus’ and busuit as an appropriate dressing code, this means diversely, people from different cultures and religions dress differently.
This explains how policy makers in MUK are messing up some would be good policies. This can be a good step which aims to aid both students and lecturers to concentrate on their studies, however, it is not well baked and cooked for both parties to understand how it works, its strengths and weaknesses.
They needed to first sanitize stakeholders about this policy to create conducive environment to understand, receive and appreciate it. Through using notice boards, flyers, and circulars, students are in position to know what is on ground and how they can go about dynamics.
This policy applies only in lecture rooms meaning, outside lectures you’re free to be half naked or completely naked! ‘Strange’, how can the whole University fail to get ways of getting a policy covering students even out side Lectures.
Dressing code law intends to cover up mostly lecturers and male students who are the victims of indecency dressing from ladies. The way ladies dress turns on lecturers and male students and as a result they end up shifting their attention from studies to these chicks hence they indulge in sexual sessions or getting harassed sexually.
According to Guild information Minister Onesimus Twinamasiko, commities were set up in every department to implement this policy, but how these departments are going to enforce this? Are students aware of whom to enforce the policy? It is on record that some departments are suffering severe laxity, if marking exams in time troubles them what about dealing with these complex and obstinate students.
Students who fail to comply with this policy will receive first a warning verbally, then a written document for a second warning and later suspension in case of persistent. There is kind of crack in these remedies, I don’t think suspension can jolt stubbornly brought up students, this exposes more the weaknesses of this policy and how poorly it was packed and passed.
I don’t think this policy is going to impact on the intended parties its just a joke! It is going to be added to collapsed policies written in the books of records at MUK and other government institutions such as Ugandan Police.
No wonder, the information minister did admit challenges being faced before even this policy applies to students though the University council approved it. It is spearheaded by Vice Chancellor, who heads a committee, which is fighting sexual harassment in the university, does VC have enough time to follow up this matter? let us give it a floor.
But, as we keep our eyes and ears open, we can still ask ourselves that, is this policy going to make it like Mukono University did? Let us keep waiting and through this space everything will be revealed.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Museveni to preside over All Africa University Games
The President of Uganda, His Excellency Yoweri K. Museveni, has been confirmed to preside over the opening ceremony of the 5th edition of All Africa University Games, which are going to be hosted by Makerere University due, July 7th to 16th, this year.
Ms. Peninna Kabenge, Makerere University sports tutor, revealed this while speaking to the Ivory Post sports Journalist in her office at Makerere University. “The president has confirmed that he will preside over the ceremony,” she said.
Renovations underway at Makerere main ground in preparation for All Africa Univeristy Games. Photo/Peter Mutebi
However, the government has not yet fulfilled the pledges it promised in organizing this event. “The government promised to give us assistance both financially and materially but it has not fulfilled its promise,” Kabenge said.
The government, through the State Minister for Sports, Hon. Charles Bakabulindi, promised to provide some assistance in terms of money, equipments and minimal tariffs for the imported materials to be used in preparations.
However, the Chinese University Sports Federation has boosted All Africa University Games.
The Chinese based University offered sports equipments amounting to millions of Ugandan shillings. These included 200 tracksuits, 200 cover boots, 150 balls, 50 basketballs and many other types of sports of equipments.
This came after organizers of the event launched a campaign of seeking assistance from different concerned parties including companies and universities.
“ We have embarked on a campaign of mobilizing funds. We have written to friends, well wishers and companies to come and help us,” she added.
Hima cement, a local company has also contributed more than 50 bags of cement to help in facility development. They hired professional landscapers to work on Nsibirwa grounds to make sure that they are ready before July.
Despite being in financial crisis, Makerere University administration has given the organizers enough support to see that the event become successful.
“They are trying to do what they can, though there is financial crisis,” she said.
The University is planning to renovate halls in June when students are out of the University.
“ It is very had to renovate hall facilities when students are still there, but I know we are still in time schedule and we will make sure that those facilities are ready in time,” Pennina confirmed.
“Two months are more than enough, we are going to maximize our time to put a good impression of our University,” she added.
Most venues are under construction including Tennis courts constructed by Eng. Ssewamala and terraces by Eng. Dr. Musaazi.
The team to represent Uganda is yet to converge; team members are still training separately from their respective Universities. However, they will get a chance to train as a team before final games, “ they are not together as a team but they are training in different respective places” Pennina said. Twenty four countries so far have confirmed to participate in this 5th edition.
“We are trying to convince other countries to join the twenty five who have confirmed to participate in all African University Games,” she said. Countries, which have confirmed include Ghana, Algeria, Nigeria, Senegal, Mozambique, Angola, the defending champions S. Africa with over 250 sportsmen among others. The all Africa University games were first held in 1974 in Accra, Ghana, and then in Nairobi Kenya in 1978. This was followed by a lull due to economic and political problems. The 3rd edition was held in 2004 in Bauchi, Nigeria while the 4th was in 2006 in the city of Tswane, South Africa.Uganda was granted a chance to host the 5th edition of the All Africa Games 2008 after putting up a spectacular performance in 2006 when they emerged second to the hosts South Africa in 2006.
Ms. Peninna Kabenge, Makerere University sports tutor, revealed this while speaking to the Ivory Post sports Journalist in her office at Makerere University. “The president has confirmed that he will preside over the ceremony,” she said.
Renovations underway at Makerere main ground in preparation for All Africa Univeristy Games. Photo/Peter Mutebi
However, the government has not yet fulfilled the pledges it promised in organizing this event. “The government promised to give us assistance both financially and materially but it has not fulfilled its promise,” Kabenge said.
The government, through the State Minister for Sports, Hon. Charles Bakabulindi, promised to provide some assistance in terms of money, equipments and minimal tariffs for the imported materials to be used in preparations.
However, the Chinese University Sports Federation has boosted All Africa University Games.
The Chinese based University offered sports equipments amounting to millions of Ugandan shillings. These included 200 tracksuits, 200 cover boots, 150 balls, 50 basketballs and many other types of sports of equipments.
This came after organizers of the event launched a campaign of seeking assistance from different concerned parties including companies and universities.
“ We have embarked on a campaign of mobilizing funds. We have written to friends, well wishers and companies to come and help us,” she added.
Hima cement, a local company has also contributed more than 50 bags of cement to help in facility development. They hired professional landscapers to work on Nsibirwa grounds to make sure that they are ready before July.
Despite being in financial crisis, Makerere University administration has given the organizers enough support to see that the event become successful.
“They are trying to do what they can, though there is financial crisis,” she said.
The University is planning to renovate halls in June when students are out of the University.
“ It is very had to renovate hall facilities when students are still there, but I know we are still in time schedule and we will make sure that those facilities are ready in time,” Pennina confirmed.
“Two months are more than enough, we are going to maximize our time to put a good impression of our University,” she added.
Most venues are under construction including Tennis courts constructed by Eng. Ssewamala and terraces by Eng. Dr. Musaazi.
The team to represent Uganda is yet to converge; team members are still training separately from their respective Universities. However, they will get a chance to train as a team before final games, “ they are not together as a team but they are training in different respective places” Pennina said. Twenty four countries so far have confirmed to participate in this 5th edition.
“We are trying to convince other countries to join the twenty five who have confirmed to participate in all African University Games,” she said. Countries, which have confirmed include Ghana, Algeria, Nigeria, Senegal, Mozambique, Angola, the defending champions S. Africa with over 250 sportsmen among others. The all Africa University games were first held in 1974 in Accra, Ghana, and then in Nairobi Kenya in 1978. This was followed by a lull due to economic and political problems. The 3rd edition was held in 2004 in Bauchi, Nigeria while the 4th was in 2006 in the city of Tswane, South Africa.Uganda was granted a chance to host the 5th edition of the All Africa Games 2008 after putting up a spectacular performance in 2006 when they emerged second to the hosts South Africa in 2006.
Friday, February 29, 2008
GOV'T TO SUPPORT ALL AFRICA UNIVERSITY GAMES
The government of Uganda has promised to give a hand to Makerere University in its preparations to host the All Africa University games due July this year.
This was after a meeting by the Vice Chancellor Makerere University, Prof. Livingstone Luboobi and the Dean of Students, Mr. John Ekudu who is also a President of the organizing committee, met the Minister of State for Sports Hon. Charles Bakabulindi on February 27, 2008.
The government pledged to provide necessary assistance to make preparations possible.
“The Vice Chancellor and Dean of students yesterday met the Minister of State for sports and he promised assistance from the government,” Carol Nantalo who is a sports administrative assistant said.
The 5th edition of the All Africa University Games 2008 are scheduled for July 6 to16, 2008 at Makerere University where over 35 Universities are expected to participate in different sports categories.
“We are currently facing financial shortages. The government has come in time when the organizing committee is facing financial difficulties, which hinders the progress of renovating sports venues and roads,” Carol said.
She further explained that the University has tried to meet some expenses though it is not adequate.
“The University has contributed to part of the budget, but of course it can’t fulfill everything alone, we still need more assistance from other stakeholders,” she said.
The over all budget is estimated to be approximately Ush. 900m. This includes renovating of halls of residence, sports venues and operating expenses during the event.
Renovation of Halls is scheduled for May when students are about to break off for holidays. “We don’t want students to destroy renovated areas that’s why we decided to start in May,” she explained.
Talking about venues, she said, they are to consider Makerere grounds, Namboole National Stadium and near by venues. She assured the public that all venues and halls are going to be ready before the opening day.
The all Africa University games were first held in 1974 in Accra, Ghana, and then in Nairobi Kenya in 1978, this was followed by a lull due to economic and political problems. The third edition was held in 2004 in Bauchi, Nigeria, the 4th was in 2006 in the city of Tswane, South Africa.
Uganda was granted a chance to host the 5th edition of the All Africa Games 2008 after putting up a spectacular performance in 2006 when they emerged second to the hosts South Africa in 2006.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
IS UGANDA POLICE READY FOR CHOGM?
Uganda has spent more than two years preparing for The Common Heads of Government Meeting. Improving national security has been the first priority these preparations. Billions of money was put a side for the purpose of training police and recruiting manpower in the police force. Government also purchased expensive riot vehicles from South Africa for the purpose of cubing down riots.
Three months back after carrying out serious training, the police under the inspection of the Scotland Yard Police, failed to perfect their exercise on streets of Kampala. During this exercise, police vehicles meant to be used in riots knocked down many cars in the process.
Both the public and the inspectors were looking on as the police officers trained to protect the public were jumping off the patrol to save their lives. Some people got minor injuries in the process of running away from the uncontrollable truck, which was knocking everything on the way.
It created some kind of suspicion; one could wonder whether these were bogus imported vehicles or it was too early for police officers to master new technology. To some sympathizers, they argued that it was too early to judge them, they still had months to get ready hence the public didn’t react much.
As if that was not enough, the police seems has not learnt from its past mistakes, on 17th October 2007, five weeks to the CHOGM meeting, it carried out another testing this time it was about how to handle two critical situations [a demonstration and an accident] occurred at the same time in the same venue, it was carried out on Entebbe road.
This exercise involved serious accident where a police officer got burnt in the process of lighting fire. He got injuries all over his body and he was taken in hospital for medication.
This officer forgot that his clothes had consumed fuel, which they were using at the moment, in a process he came nearer to the fire frames and he couldn’t survive it.
One could wonder, who is responsible for this carelessness? Could it be the trainers who don’t seem to mean business at work or the blame goes to the trainees who seem to take things for granted?
What if this was a real incident ‘God forbid’, where this police was sent as rescue team, do you think it was ready to save life of the dignitaries on that day with out losing any? This is the question, which is supposed to be answered by the police.
The police as a government department is losing it, it is creating suspicion among different groups of people. The opposition side is keen to see any slight mistake made by government to get platform from where they can start criticizing these preparations. And it is their duty to do other wise.
The international community is equally interested in whatever happening in Uganda at this moment, more especially on security matters. Any mistake can make the country lose out.
The government need to be alert about activities carried out by our police, they should avoid such mistakes in this sensitive period, other wise the country is bound to be ashamed during that time of CHOGM meeting.
The police force should put it in mind that, people’s lives including those of foreign leaders; special envoys and tourists are lying in their hands. By making such mistakes when we are left with not even a month to the meeting leaves us with our common question…is our police ready for CHOGM?
Three months back after carrying out serious training, the police under the inspection of the Scotland Yard Police, failed to perfect their exercise on streets of Kampala. During this exercise, police vehicles meant to be used in riots knocked down many cars in the process.
Both the public and the inspectors were looking on as the police officers trained to protect the public were jumping off the patrol to save their lives. Some people got minor injuries in the process of running away from the uncontrollable truck, which was knocking everything on the way.
It created some kind of suspicion; one could wonder whether these were bogus imported vehicles or it was too early for police officers to master new technology. To some sympathizers, they argued that it was too early to judge them, they still had months to get ready hence the public didn’t react much.
As if that was not enough, the police seems has not learnt from its past mistakes, on 17th October 2007, five weeks to the CHOGM meeting, it carried out another testing this time it was about how to handle two critical situations [a demonstration and an accident] occurred at the same time in the same venue, it was carried out on Entebbe road.
This exercise involved serious accident where a police officer got burnt in the process of lighting fire. He got injuries all over his body and he was taken in hospital for medication.
This officer forgot that his clothes had consumed fuel, which they were using at the moment, in a process he came nearer to the fire frames and he couldn’t survive it.
One could wonder, who is responsible for this carelessness? Could it be the trainers who don’t seem to mean business at work or the blame goes to the trainees who seem to take things for granted?
What if this was a real incident ‘God forbid’, where this police was sent as rescue team, do you think it was ready to save life of the dignitaries on that day with out losing any? This is the question, which is supposed to be answered by the police.
The police as a government department is losing it, it is creating suspicion among different groups of people. The opposition side is keen to see any slight mistake made by government to get platform from where they can start criticizing these preparations. And it is their duty to do other wise.
The international community is equally interested in whatever happening in Uganda at this moment, more especially on security matters. Any mistake can make the country lose out.
The government need to be alert about activities carried out by our police, they should avoid such mistakes in this sensitive period, other wise the country is bound to be ashamed during that time of CHOGM meeting.
The police force should put it in mind that, people’s lives including those of foreign leaders; special envoys and tourists are lying in their hands. By making such mistakes when we are left with not even a month to the meeting leaves us with our common question…is our police ready for CHOGM?
UGANDAN MPs HUMBLES KENYAN MPs
Uganda 2 Kenya 1
It was a joyous moment for Ugandan MPs and football lovers, when the Parliamentary football team beat their Kenyan counterparts 2-1 in a friendly match played on Friday September 07, at Nakivubo Stadium, Kampala.
Team captain Hon. Odongo Otto, opened the score sheet for the Ugandan side in the 15th minute, five minutes later, the Kenyan got an equalizer.
Just before the half-time whistle, Kassimu Nsimbe made it 2-1 for the Ugandan side, thanks to Hon. Kibedi’s cross.
The Kenyan side got a free kick inside the 18-yard box after the Uganda goalkeeper Geoffrey was forced to grab a back pass from Hon. Ssejjoba, but the Kenyan side failed to make use of it.
The second half saw rising tempos with the Kenyan side launching several attacks in an attempt to get an equalizer, but the Ugandan defense was solid enough.
The function was presided over by the Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Edward K Ssekandi. Also present were the minister of state for sports, Hon. Charles Bakabulindi, and the Clerk of Parliament.
“We had the best organisation and preparations, we started our training one month earlier and of course the best team has taken the day, nonetheless, the Kenyan team was equally good,” Hon. Elijah Okupa said.
“This is the beginning of Uganda’s success for tomorrow’s game against Niger! It is a sign of good luck, we worked very hard and we deserved to win, so I hope Uganda Cranes win tomorrow to give Ugandans happiness,” Hon. Otto, the Uganda team captain said, after the final whistle.
Both teams were given medals, the Ugandan team receiving gold plus the trophy, which was handed over by Hon. Edward Sekandi to the team captain while the Kenyan side received silver medals.
This was the first time in history of the competition for Ugandan MPs to defeat their counterparts from Kenya.
The return leg is scheduled for October in Nairobi, Kenya. These games are aimed at strengthening the East African federation.
It was a joyous moment for Ugandan MPs and football lovers, when the Parliamentary football team beat their Kenyan counterparts 2-1 in a friendly match played on Friday September 07, at Nakivubo Stadium, Kampala.
Team captain Hon. Odongo Otto, opened the score sheet for the Ugandan side in the 15th minute, five minutes later, the Kenyan got an equalizer.
Just before the half-time whistle, Kassimu Nsimbe made it 2-1 for the Ugandan side, thanks to Hon. Kibedi’s cross.
The Kenyan side got a free kick inside the 18-yard box after the Uganda goalkeeper Geoffrey was forced to grab a back pass from Hon. Ssejjoba, but the Kenyan side failed to make use of it.
The second half saw rising tempos with the Kenyan side launching several attacks in an attempt to get an equalizer, but the Ugandan defense was solid enough.
The function was presided over by the Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Edward K Ssekandi. Also present were the minister of state for sports, Hon. Charles Bakabulindi, and the Clerk of Parliament.
“We had the best organisation and preparations, we started our training one month earlier and of course the best team has taken the day, nonetheless, the Kenyan team was equally good,” Hon. Elijah Okupa said.
“This is the beginning of Uganda’s success for tomorrow’s game against Niger! It is a sign of good luck, we worked very hard and we deserved to win, so I hope Uganda Cranes win tomorrow to give Ugandans happiness,” Hon. Otto, the Uganda team captain said, after the final whistle.
Both teams were given medals, the Ugandan team receiving gold plus the trophy, which was handed over by Hon. Edward Sekandi to the team captain while the Kenyan side received silver medals.
This was the first time in history of the competition for Ugandan MPs to defeat their counterparts from Kenya.
The return leg is scheduled for October in Nairobi, Kenya. These games are aimed at strengthening the East African federation.
WHO DO YOU PREFER TO BE MUK's NEXT CHANCELLOR??
With Prof.Apolo Nsibambi’s four-year term of office expiring on Tuesday October 23, two potential candidates were forwarded to president Museveni by the University Council for approval. Who will then determine the next Chancellor to lead MUK for the next four years.
University News’s Haruna P. Mawa managed to interview some MUK students, on who they prefer to succeed Nsibambi,
1- George H.Muzahuzi, Presdent ICT, “ I prefer Kagonyera because Bukenya is more loyal to his party. This may directly conflict with Makerere’s cause so we need Mondo”
2- Akello Judith Tracy, Vice president MUK Law Society, “Bukenya has had more scandals as Vice president, taking into account his reputation and where MUK is I doubt whether he can direct us thus Kagonyera”
3- Lydia Namagala, DVS II, “I prefer Bukenya basing on what he has done for Ugandans. This qualifies him to handle the Makerere it is now and his international fame answers it all.”
4- Diana Wodeya, DVS II, “Am more familiar with Bukenya, who is Kagonyera and what has he done for us to entrust him Makerere?”
5- Farooq Mpanga, Cival Engineering I, “Bukenya has been very active as a doctor but Kagonyera is sleepy, yet it is time for scientists to lead this world just like the Iranian president an Engender by profession.”
6- Oliver Nakatudde, Mass Communication I, “Having been a Dean in the Medical school here, I believe Bukenya is well aware of Makeere’s problems and can best find the answer”
7- Claire Namugera, Arts in arts I, “Bukenya being the Vice president and a top cabinet member in government, it’s easy for him to use his office to advocate for students views.”
8- Livingston Nkusi, former guild contestant, “Kagonyera is the right person because the difference between Bukenya and Nsibambi is the similarity. The fact that the
Prime minister didn’t help Makerere, the vice president too will do little”
9- Tugezeku Kephar, former guild contestant,“Bukenya’s position near the president will fasten Makerere’s complaints yet he is creative, innovative and works to achieve”
10- Andrew Tayebwa, Chairperson Mitchell hall, “Bukenya has a similar problem with Nsibambi which is having little time for Makerere, we need someone with more time for us. Again Kagonyera scored higher than Bukenya in interviews so we need him”
Accoording to these different views it seems this race is going to generate many talking topics since pro. Kagonyera is leading the race. hey watch out this space, who is gonna win??
University News’s Haruna P. Mawa managed to interview some MUK students, on who they prefer to succeed Nsibambi,
1- George H.Muzahuzi, Presdent ICT, “ I prefer Kagonyera because Bukenya is more loyal to his party. This may directly conflict with Makerere’s cause so we need Mondo”
2- Akello Judith Tracy, Vice president MUK Law Society, “Bukenya has had more scandals as Vice president, taking into account his reputation and where MUK is I doubt whether he can direct us thus Kagonyera”
3- Lydia Namagala, DVS II, “I prefer Bukenya basing on what he has done for Ugandans. This qualifies him to handle the Makerere it is now and his international fame answers it all.”
4- Diana Wodeya, DVS II, “Am more familiar with Bukenya, who is Kagonyera and what has he done for us to entrust him Makerere?”
5- Farooq Mpanga, Cival Engineering I, “Bukenya has been very active as a doctor but Kagonyera is sleepy, yet it is time for scientists to lead this world just like the Iranian president an Engender by profession.”
6- Oliver Nakatudde, Mass Communication I, “Having been a Dean in the Medical school here, I believe Bukenya is well aware of Makeere’s problems and can best find the answer”
7- Claire Namugera, Arts in arts I, “Bukenya being the Vice president and a top cabinet member in government, it’s easy for him to use his office to advocate for students views.”
8- Livingston Nkusi, former guild contestant, “Kagonyera is the right person because the difference between Bukenya and Nsibambi is the similarity. The fact that the
Prime minister didn’t help Makerere, the vice president too will do little”
9- Tugezeku Kephar, former guild contestant,“Bukenya’s position near the president will fasten Makerere’s complaints yet he is creative, innovative and works to achieve”
10- Andrew Tayebwa, Chairperson Mitchell hall, “Bukenya has a similar problem with Nsibambi which is having little time for Makerere, we need someone with more time for us. Again Kagonyera scored higher than Bukenya in interviews so we need him”
Accoording to these different views it seems this race is going to generate many talking topics since pro. Kagonyera is leading the race. hey watch out this space, who is gonna win??
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Who is who in the MUK Guild campaigns
With Gerald Karukanga's guild cabinet dissolved on 18th/03/2007, tensions are increasingly getting high in Makerere University as 19 guild contestants begin promising students the sky will come near the earth for every campuser to touch.
With the elections set for this Thursday 5th April 2007, two candidates have already dropped out of the race, like UYD speaker Kiddu Julius and Mitchell hall chairman Igaba Nelson, several have lost their voices. Political parties have already endorsed their flag bearers for the race. Nevertheless, a number of independent candidates have too shown interest in the race.
Among the party contenders include; Muggaga Remi Mukuve, 22, a third year student of law and resides in Lumumba hall. He attended st Savio p/s, St Henry's college Kitovu; he is currently the chairman of FDC MUK Branch, and secretary Muk-law society. Once elected, Remi has promised "...iam going to focus on students struggling with tuition by convincing private corporations to help especially Madhivani and fight the deadline for current tuition payment.”
Democratic Party's Abbo Susan 23, third year student of law, is a resident of Africa Hall; she went through Nakigo p/s in Tororo before joining Kisoko high for O' Level and Kibibi ss in Mpigi. She is currently the speaker of Africa hall and Vice Chair person UYD MUK branch, "...iam going to embark on improving student’s welfare through setting up welfare communities at halls of residences, the allowances are too low yet costs of living are high due to high inflation rates in the country," the confident Abbo said.
Uganda Peoples Congress' Ochen Martin Odyek 23, a second year student of information technology resides in Nsibirwa hall, he attended, Ayago p/s and Comboni College in Lira district before joining St Peter's Naalya ss for A Level, He was the deputy Head prefect Comboni, " I will restore sanitation and better livelihood of Muk and making sure government doesn’t intervene in guild decisions" Ochen promised.
NRM'S Achumu Violet Engeu 21, a second year student of industrial psychology and organization, she attended Kiswa primary school, Lakeside College Luzira,she is the president Makerere University Forum For Women Empowerment, vice chairperson, Youth League Entebbe, " I will aim at publication of superb research, rehabilitation of halls of residence, blocking the privatization of halls, promotion of better administration as an organizational psychologist as well as decentralization of identity card renewal" Violet promised.
Nkusi Livingstone 23, a second year student of social science and non-resident of Mitchell hall. He attended Bishop Ssenyongo p/s before joining Nakyenyi ss and London College of St Lawrence. He is currently the publicity NRM Youth League. “Iam going to struggle for student's cause especially the pending retake fee and the six weeks’ fees policy it’s not fair" said Nkusi.
Others include independents Tayebwa Andrew 21, second year student of information technology and residing in Mitchell hall. He went through Victoria Nile p/s and Busoga College Mwiri in Jinja were he served as deputy head prefect ..."I will offer full representation of the students cause and undivided attention to students affairs"Tayebwa said.
Tugezeku Kepha 22, second year student of arts in arts, from Lumumba hall, he went through Mpumudde p/s Jinja,Iganga Progressive for O' Level before joining Lord’s Meade Vocational college. He served as Head prefect Lord's Meade and currently is the directer Rotary club of Muk. “I will bring services near to students through People by not mixing it with politics" Kepha promised.
Buteera John.Mugabe 22, second year student of social sciences and attached to Nsibirwa hall. He started his school at Nazareth p/s, Kabale ss and completed at Masaka ss. “ I am to fight party politics in MUK and strive for the students cause,” he emphasized.
Others are, Maaka Ephram doing Tourism year Two, Idambi Paul from law, Nuwabiine Jossy Bachelor of commerce, Rashid Mohammed pursuing Education,Mutyaba Steven library and information management,Isingo John Baptist, Ssenabulya Ronald, and Khafu Philip doing Education.
However several factors have always determined who to lead this desert of ignorance;
Political affiliation, in the last five years DP has enjoyed the majority support, having three of last five presidents, Mbidde Mukasa, Maurice Tibalya, are some of DP's past presidents. Nevertheless with FDC in place and having the out going president Gerald Karuhanga, it still enjoys the lion share of students support, but these two parties are bound to face stiff competition from NRM's "iron lady" Achomu Violet who has already started convincing students and has promised government support should the movement Candidate be voted. UPC on the other hand is struggling to bring back its lost glory
Oratory or power of speech, like any other institution, the command a candidate has over his language will matter. The use of quotes, parables and complicated terminologies to tease the students' mind has always worked out as Wanyama Cyrus, a 2006 guild contestant and out going foreign affairs minister recalls teasing students "We need a guild of high caliture and high Ntuntu who will always be to the almamata of the university and more so a sweet Generi because the Ejuce--dem--Generis is always the Modus operandi in Makerere in order to avoid situations of miltus-miyocus (crisis)" With the Norbert Mao's having won on the same ticket, DP's Abbo Susan, UPC's Ochen, FDC's Muggaga and NRM's Achomu are too good to secure votes out of this favor.
Finance, initially the money issue was not a key factor in MUK campaigns as candidates’ capability to convince and strive for the students' cause but of late the trend has changed the money issue is ranking among the top priorities as it is in our society where politicians even bribe to win elections. Candidates are seen in halls at night buying logistics especially spirits (tot packs). The party candidates still enjoy the big share basing on the huge amount they have received from their parties. And a few independent candidates especially Tayebwa Andrew, Nkusi Livingstone and Buteera Denis are also spending big.
The elections are scheduled to take place on this Thursday 5th April 2007. For one to vote, a student must have a valid Makerere University identity card.
“No student will be allowed to vote with out a valid identity card, and a valid identity card in this case should bear a renewal date of 2006/2007.” Said Zzavuga Ronald, the chairman Makerere University Electoral Commission.
The voting exercise will begin at 8:00AM -5:00PM in halls of residence. Medical students will vote from Galloway polling station in Mulago. The elections will be guided by the dean of students and the Makerere Electoral commission.
With the elections set for this Thursday 5th April 2007, two candidates have already dropped out of the race, like UYD speaker Kiddu Julius and Mitchell hall chairman Igaba Nelson, several have lost their voices. Political parties have already endorsed their flag bearers for the race. Nevertheless, a number of independent candidates have too shown interest in the race.
Among the party contenders include; Muggaga Remi Mukuve, 22, a third year student of law and resides in Lumumba hall. He attended st Savio p/s, St Henry's college Kitovu; he is currently the chairman of FDC MUK Branch, and secretary Muk-law society. Once elected, Remi has promised "...iam going to focus on students struggling with tuition by convincing private corporations to help especially Madhivani and fight the deadline for current tuition payment.”
Democratic Party's Abbo Susan 23, third year student of law, is a resident of Africa Hall; she went through Nakigo p/s in Tororo before joining Kisoko high for O' Level and Kibibi ss in Mpigi. She is currently the speaker of Africa hall and Vice Chair person UYD MUK branch, "...iam going to embark on improving student’s welfare through setting up welfare communities at halls of residences, the allowances are too low yet costs of living are high due to high inflation rates in the country," the confident Abbo said.
Uganda Peoples Congress' Ochen Martin Odyek 23, a second year student of information technology resides in Nsibirwa hall, he attended, Ayago p/s and Comboni College in Lira district before joining St Peter's Naalya ss for A Level, He was the deputy Head prefect Comboni, " I will restore sanitation and better livelihood of Muk and making sure government doesn’t intervene in guild decisions" Ochen promised.
NRM'S Achumu Violet Engeu 21, a second year student of industrial psychology and organization, she attended Kiswa primary school, Lakeside College Luzira,she is the president Makerere University Forum For Women Empowerment, vice chairperson, Youth League Entebbe, " I will aim at publication of superb research, rehabilitation of halls of residence, blocking the privatization of halls, promotion of better administration as an organizational psychologist as well as decentralization of identity card renewal" Violet promised.
Nkusi Livingstone 23, a second year student of social science and non-resident of Mitchell hall. He attended Bishop Ssenyongo p/s before joining Nakyenyi ss and London College of St Lawrence. He is currently the publicity NRM Youth League. “Iam going to struggle for student's cause especially the pending retake fee and the six weeks’ fees policy it’s not fair" said Nkusi.
Others include independents Tayebwa Andrew 21, second year student of information technology and residing in Mitchell hall. He went through Victoria Nile p/s and Busoga College Mwiri in Jinja were he served as deputy head prefect ..."I will offer full representation of the students cause and undivided attention to students affairs"Tayebwa said.
Tugezeku Kepha 22, second year student of arts in arts, from Lumumba hall, he went through Mpumudde p/s Jinja,Iganga Progressive for O' Level before joining Lord’s Meade Vocational college. He served as Head prefect Lord's Meade and currently is the directer Rotary club of Muk. “I will bring services near to students through People by not mixing it with politics" Kepha promised.
Buteera John.Mugabe 22, second year student of social sciences and attached to Nsibirwa hall. He started his school at Nazareth p/s, Kabale ss and completed at Masaka ss. “ I am to fight party politics in MUK and strive for the students cause,” he emphasized.
Others are, Maaka Ephram doing Tourism year Two, Idambi Paul from law, Nuwabiine Jossy Bachelor of commerce, Rashid Mohammed pursuing Education,Mutyaba Steven library and information management,Isingo John Baptist, Ssenabulya Ronald, and Khafu Philip doing Education.
However several factors have always determined who to lead this desert of ignorance;
Political affiliation, in the last five years DP has enjoyed the majority support, having three of last five presidents, Mbidde Mukasa, Maurice Tibalya, are some of DP's past presidents. Nevertheless with FDC in place and having the out going president Gerald Karuhanga, it still enjoys the lion share of students support, but these two parties are bound to face stiff competition from NRM's "iron lady" Achomu Violet who has already started convincing students and has promised government support should the movement Candidate be voted. UPC on the other hand is struggling to bring back its lost glory
Oratory or power of speech, like any other institution, the command a candidate has over his language will matter. The use of quotes, parables and complicated terminologies to tease the students' mind has always worked out as Wanyama Cyrus, a 2006 guild contestant and out going foreign affairs minister recalls teasing students "We need a guild of high caliture and high Ntuntu who will always be to the almamata of the university and more so a sweet Generi because the Ejuce--dem--Generis is always the Modus operandi in Makerere in order to avoid situations of miltus-miyocus (crisis)" With the Norbert Mao's having won on the same ticket, DP's Abbo Susan, UPC's Ochen, FDC's Muggaga and NRM's Achomu are too good to secure votes out of this favor.
Finance, initially the money issue was not a key factor in MUK campaigns as candidates’ capability to convince and strive for the students' cause but of late the trend has changed the money issue is ranking among the top priorities as it is in our society where politicians even bribe to win elections. Candidates are seen in halls at night buying logistics especially spirits (tot packs). The party candidates still enjoy the big share basing on the huge amount they have received from their parties. And a few independent candidates especially Tayebwa Andrew, Nkusi Livingstone and Buteera Denis are also spending big.
The elections are scheduled to take place on this Thursday 5th April 2007. For one to vote, a student must have a valid Makerere University identity card.
“No student will be allowed to vote with out a valid identity card, and a valid identity card in this case should bear a renewal date of 2006/2007.” Said Zzavuga Ronald, the chairman Makerere University Electoral Commission.
The voting exercise will begin at 8:00AM -5:00PM in halls of residence. Medical students will vote from Galloway polling station in Mulago. The elections will be guided by the dean of students and the Makerere Electoral commission.
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