For years, Uganda’s economic conversation has revolved around one familiar ambition: moving from a subsistence economy into a money economy. That transformation is important. But perhaps Uganda now needs to ask a more difficult question: what comes after the money economy?That question deserves attention following Makerere University’s inaugural conference on the Theory of Noonomy, heldContinue reading “Uganda Needs More Than a Money Economy”
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Kampala’s HIV Crisis Is Also a Communication Crisis
211 new infections a week should force us to rethink how we communicate HIV prevention in the age of social media. Kampala recorded an average of 211 newly identified HIV infections every week between July 2025 and June 2026, according to a Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) study that reviewed testing data from 649,570 peopleContinue reading “Kampala’s HIV Crisis Is Also a Communication Crisis”
Why Universities Will Determine Uganda’s Tenfold Growth by 2040
Uganda aims to grow its economy to $500 billion by 2040, emphasizing the vital role of universities in this transformation. As they produce skilled professionals and drive innovation, higher education must strengthen to support the Tenfold Growth Strategy. Sustainable investment in universities is essential for developing a knowledge-driven economy and achieving national goals.
