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Introducing Prof. Hellicy Ngambi: New Chairperson of the UbuntuNet Alliance

Board, Members, Stories / By / January 29, 2024

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Prof. Hellicy Ngambi as the new Chairperson  of the UbuntuNet Alliance, effective from 1st January 2024. Prof. Ngambi brings a wealth of experience and a visionary approach to her role, following in the footsteps of the esteemed Prof. Stephen Simukanga, who served two successful terms as the …

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RENU Launches Community Magazine

Members, RENU / By / January 25, 2024

The Research and Education Network for Uganda (RENU) has launched its community magazine called KobWeb. This is more than just a magazine; it’s a celebration of knowledge, community, and innovative solutions. Our magazine is a platform that showcases the remarkable achievements and contributions, from within RENU’s vibrant research and education community towards the achievement of …

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UbuntuNet Alliance Welcomes Two Esteemed Professionals to their Team

Members, Partners / By / January 19, 2024

We are delighted to announce the newest additions to the UbuntuNet Alliance team- Mr. Shadreck Kalitera, our new Assistant Accountant, and Mr. Aubrey Kondowe, our new Procurement Officer. Both individuals bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their respective roles, further strengthening our commitment to excellence in research and education networking across the region. …

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Group on Earth Observations Week 2023 Ministerial Summit – UbuntuNet Alliance Admitted as a Participating Organization

Members, Partners / By / November 29, 2023

The recent inclusion of the UbuntuNet Alliance in the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) during the Ministerial Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, from November 6-10, marks a pivotal moment in global collaboration. The GEO, a robust network connecting diverse entities, welcomes government institutions, academic and research bodies, data providers, businesses, engineers, scientists, and experts …

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The first UbuntuNet Alliance Women Hackathon: Empowering Women Through AfricaConnect3

AfricaConnect, UbuntuNet Connect, Women in STEM, ZAMREN / By / November 24, 2023

In a groundbreaking prelude to the UbuntuNet-Connect 2023 Conference from October 23 to 25, 2023, the UbuntuNet Alliance, in collaboration with the European Union under the AfricaConnect3 project, orchestrated a historic event – the first-ever UbuntuNet Alliance Women Hackathon. This initiative, an integral part of the AfricaConnect3 deliverables, was designed to champion gender equality in …

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Call for Proposals: EdTech Innovation Grants in Educational Technologies 2023/2024 by KENET

KENET, Members / By / November 23, 2023

In line with its commitment to catalyzing collaboration in research and education, KENET has announced a Call for Proposals for Research and Innovation Grants in Educational Technologies (EdTech) for the academic year 2023/2024. This initiative aims to support faculty members in exploring innovative applications of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in teaching and learning. Focus and …

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RENU in Twinning Partnership with SIKT

Members, RENU / By / November 23, 2023

On October 23rd, 2023, the Research and Education Network for Uganda (RENU) initiated a groundbreaking twinning partnership with the Norwegian Agency for Shared Services in Education and Research (Sikt). This collaboration, supported by GEANT, the European regional research and education network and facilitated by UbuntuNet Alliance, the research and education network of Eastern and Southern …

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UbuntuNet-Connect 2023: A Resounding Success in Kampala, Uganda

AfricaConnect, Events, Members, Partners, Projects, UbuntuNet Connect / By / October 31, 2023

The 16th annual UbuntuNet Alliance conference, UbuntuNet-Connect 2023, held in Kampala, Uganda, on October 26th and 27th, was an unqualified success. Hosted by the Research and Education Network of Uganda (RENU), this year’s conference surpassed all expectations and made a lasting impact for several remarkable reasons. One of the standout features of UbuntuNet-Connect 2023 was …

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Bridging the Gender Gap in ICT Innovation – The first UbuntuNet Alliance Women Hackathon

AfricaConnect, Capacity Building, Events, Members, Training, UbuntuNet Connect, Women in STEM / By / October 31, 2023

In a groundbreaking moment for the UbuntuNet Alliance region in East and Southern Africa, the first Women Hackathon unfolded from October 23rd to 25th, 2023, as part of the EU co-funded AfricaConnect 3 capacity building initiatives. This historic event marked the first-ever women-exclusive hackathon in the region, cementing its status as a monumental success in …

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Connecting Botswana: BotsREN Joins UbuntuNet Alliance Backbone

BotsREN, Connectivity, Network / By / November 2, 2023

Botswana is on the verge of a digital transformation that will significantly impact its research and education sectors. We, together with the Botswana Research and Education Network (BotsREN) are thrilled to announce its successful connection to the UbuntuNet Alliance internet connectivity backbone. This milestone isn’t just a technological achievement; it’s a pivotal moment for the …

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