A new recognition of multi-campus Unicaf University came with the announcement that the University has been accepted as a member of SARUA, the Southern African Regional Universities Association. Unicaf University joins other top ranking universities, who appear on the list of SARUA members, (http://www.sarua.org/?q=members), like the University of Cape Town.

A ground-breaking agreement of co-operation was signed in Kampala, between UNICAF and Next Media, (the umbrella group for NBS TV, Nile Post, Salam TV, Sanyuka TV and a host of other companies in Uganda). The co-operation between the two organisations falls under the innovative UNICAF Corporate Scholarship Scheme, and will enable employees of Next Media to increase their professional knowledge and skills at a fraction of the original cost, thanks to guaranteed 85% UNICAF scholarships plus 15% sponsorship offered by their employer. Under the agreement, eligible Next Media employees can study online toward Master’s degree programmes offered by the University of South Wales in the UK, or multi-campus Unicaf University in Africa, or even conduct scientific research leading to a Doctorate degree qualification with Unicaf University.

Life is usually a case of expecting the unexpected. It is usually difficult to schedule something even a month in advance, let alone a year! Over the course of a few months, our circumstances can change dramatically.

Uganda, situated in the centre of Africa and on the shores of Lake Victoria, has been at the crossroads of trade and civilisations since the beginning of human history. While its economy was, until recently, focused on agricultural exports, a new massive economic sector has come to the spotlight in the early 2000’s, with the discovery of significant hydrocarbon deposits.

While most parts of the developed and developing world aim to offer their citizens free and easy access to basic education, the picture becomes very different when we look at higher education. Universities, both public and private, can differ greatly in terms of the quality of teaching, the range of programmes they offer and the tuition fees they charge. Government or state universities are often underfunded and overcrowded, usually unable to serve the rapidly increasing demand.

In today’s demanding world it is imperative to have specialised and in-depth knowledge in any field you choose to build your career. However, due to the limited number of places in many public and private universities, students are often forced to enrol in programmes which are not their first choice, or are of little interest to them and are thus led to careers which are unsuitable and unexciting.

When people hear about online studies, they may wrongly presume that they will be studying without any support or personal contact, left to their own devices. But quality online education, using the latest technology, is very different, combining flexibility and ease of access with extensive personal support and interaction with tutors and fellow students.

Economic growth in the last decades in many developing countries has managed to somewhat increase prosperity of small segments of the population. But the continuing increase in births, plus the lack of the necessary infrastructure and available public funds renders the public services in developing countries seriously unable to fulfill their purpose. This is particularly obvious in the sector of education. When governments cannot provide adequate university places to satisfy the educational needs of the new generations, sustainable development is simply not possible.

Living in large urban centres, whether in London, Los Angeles or Lagos, generally opens up good job opportunities. The majority of large businesses and multinational corporations are located in big cities, which offer a good infrastructure, and attract a diverse workforce.

IT Web Africa has recently announced a surge in mobile internet users in Zambia from 5.2 million to over 7.1 million in over a year. This comes just months after the country has announced that 80% of the fibre optic infrastructure has been laid, strongly boosting Zambia’s internet connectivity.

UNICAF operates the leading online educational platform, offering affordable, quality higher education to underserved markets, in collaboration with reputable universities in the UK, Europe and Africa. UNICAF provides a holistic solution to qualified individuals, who are looking for the most affordable and flexible way to earn internationally recognised degrees. Facilitating 24/7 access to course material, UNICAF allows students to study at their most convenient times and places, for a fraction of the cost, thanks to the generous UNICAF scholarships, offered to all eligible candidates.

An efficient healthcare system, affordable and accessible to all citizens, is a vital component of a nation’s well-being. Providing the right care for the elderly, liberates the working-age population, allowing them to be productive and creative in the workplace; while efficient healthcare for adults and children ensures that the active…