More than 440 learners at Rwamurunga Community Secondary School and Nakivale Secondary School participated in interactive Ignite AI training delivered through assessments, Mentimeter activities, practical prompting, group presentations and Kahoot competitions. This article shares observations from the programme and practical guidance for using AI safely, effectively and responsibly.
How to Write Effective AI Prompts: A Beginner’s Guide for Secondary School Learners and Educators
Learn how to write clear, safe and effective AI prompts using simple school examples. This beginner-friendly guide helps S.1–S.6 learners and educators use AI for explanations, revision, feedback, lesson planning and responsible problem-solving.
Igniting AI Literacy at Isingiro Secondary School: Equipping More Than 130 Learners for Responsible Innovation
More than 130 learners from S.1, S.2, S.3 and S.5 at Isingiro Secondary School participated in the Ignite AI Literacy Bootcamp delivered by Ticha Denis Kruger and Arinda Shiphura. Through practical demonstrations, interactive activities and local examples, learners explored effective prompting, responsible AI use, online privacy, misinformation and the potential of AI to support learning, problem-solving and innovation in Uganda.
Why Continuous Professional Development Matters for Science Teachers in the Digital Age
On 23 July 2026, I joined science teachers during the UPSTU ProDev Hour to explore why Continuous Professional Development is essential in the digital age. Mentimeter responses, professional reflections and an interactive Kahoot assessment revealed teachers’ aspirations, barriers and readiness to grow
Why Continuous Professional Development Matters for Teachers in the Digital Age
In an era where artificial intelligence, adaptive learning platforms, and digital collaboration tools are reshaping classrooms daily, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is no longer optional — it is essential. As teachers, we are preparing students for jobs that may not yet exist and challenges we can barely imagine. Staying stagnant is not an option. On […]
How We Used the UPSHIFT Methodology to Help Students Solve Real Community Problems Through Digital Innovation
From Monday 06th to Friday 10th July 2026, I had the privilege of supporting the implementation of the UNICEF Digital Innovation Bootcamp at Bujubuli Secondary School in Kyegegwa District. The five-day bootcamp brought together 10 Digital Champions from five selected secondary schools: Bujubuli Secondary School, Humura Secondary School, Kakabara Secondary School, Kasule Secondary School, and […]
Empowering TVET Instructors with Digital Skills: Reflections from the UNICEF Digital Literacy Skills Toolkit Training of Trainers in Isingiro District
In today’s rapidly evolving digital world, the ability to use technology effectively is no longer optional—it is essential. From communication and collaboration to content creation and problem-solving, digital skills are becoming increasingly important for education, employment, and active participation in society. Recognizing this need, UNICEF Uganda continues to support the implementation of the Digital Literacy […]
Master Front-End Web Development – Comprehensive 2-Month Online Course
In today’s fast-evolving tech industry, Front-End Web Development skills are among the most in-demand abilities for building modern, interactive, and user-friendly digital experiences. Whether you want to become a professional web developer, enhance your freelance offerings, or transition into tech, mastering front-end technologies is your gateway. I’m excited to introduce the Master Front-End Web Development […]
Graduation Ceremony: Young Women Complete Web Development Training at Ntare School
Today, Ntare School hosted a joyful and inspiring graduation ceremony for the first (January 2026 in-take) and second (May 2026 in-take) cohorts of the Foundation of Software Development training program. The event celebrated the successful completion of a three-week intensive training where young women were equipped with practical skills in HTML5 and CSS3 to design […]
Empowering Young Women in Tech: 3 Weeks of HTML5 & CSS3 Training at Ntare School
Over the past three weeks, I have had the privilege of facilitating a Foundation of Software Development training at Ntare School – Mbarara, focused on equipping young women with practical web development skills. The opportunity for these young women to participate in the Foundation of Software Development training was made possible through the 10X Program, […]