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THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026, 23:47

Education

Uganda: Makerere Retrains Over 80 Guards to Boost Security in Campus

Today at 20:09 PM, via AllAfrica

[Nile Post] Makerere University has intensified efforts to strengthen security across its campuses, with more than 80 security guards completing a specialized refresher training programme aimed at improving crime prevention, emergency response, and protection of university property.

Education

Uganda: Egypt Reaffirms Scholarship Support for Ugandan Students

Today at 19:55 PM, via AllAfrica

[Nile Post] The government of Egypt has reaffirmed its commitment to offering scholarship opportunities to Ugandan students as part of efforts to strengthen the long-standing bilateral cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the education sector.

Entertainment

24 hours in pictures, 21 May 2026

Today at 18:30 PM, via The Citizen

Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Science/Tech

Trump Calls Off AI Executive Order Over Concern It Could Weaken US Tech Edge

Today at 23:00 PM, via Slashdot

Trump called off a planned AI executive order just hours before a signing ceremony because he said he was worried the framework could slow America’s lead over China. “We’re leading China, we’re leading everybody, and I don’t want to do anything that’s going to get in the way of that lead,” Trump told reporters. The Associated Press reports: The order would have established a framework for the...

Health

‘I used to be the shy kid’

Today at 15:01 PM, via BBC News

Tyler West opens up about his experience of school on Sort Your Life Out Unpacked.