Social media has become an integral part of our lives, transforming how we connect, communicate, and share information. As university students worldwide, we highly engage with various social media platforms. While social media offers numerous benefits, it is essential to recognise its potential impact on mental health. This article explores how social media can affect the mental well-being of university students, shedding light on both the positive and negative aspects of online engagement. The Positive Effects of Social Media: Connectivity and Support: Social media platforms allow students to connect with peers, friends, and like-minded individuals. It enables the formation…
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Engaging in community service and volunteer work is a transformative experience that goes beyond lending a helping hand. It allows young adults and university students to contribute to their communities while gaining invaluable personal and professional benefits. In this article, we explore the various advantages of participating in community service, highlighting how it can shape individuals into well-rounded and socially conscious individuals. Building Empathy and Compassion Engaging in community service exposes young adults and university students to diverse populations and challenging social issues. By actively participating in addressing these issues, individuals develop a deep sense of empathy and compassion towards…
As a university student, it can be easy to get lost in the sea of academic work, extracurricular activities and socialising. However, one thing that students should not overlook is the importance of networking. Building connections with others in your field can be a crucial factor in your career success after graduation. In this article, we will explore the benefits of networking for university students and provide tips on how to make the most of this essential skill. Networking is the process of building and maintaining relationships with people who can provide you with support, advice and opportunities. In the…
Levy Junction Shopping Mall in Lusaka was flooded with shoppers and potential students on the 25th November who were taking advantage of Black Friday bargains. Unicaf University’s presence, in the heart of the mall, attracted potential students, shoppers and passers by who were intrigued by the exhibition stand and the generous scholarship offers on display. Many stopped by to request more information regarding the degree programmes on offer and also to inquire as to the whereabouts of the Unicaf University campus. The potential students discovered that they can study for an…
Latest News & Events Press Release Supporting Refugee Education and Empowerment in Kakuma Date published: 04 Jul 2025 By: Kostas Y Date published: 04 Jul 2025 By: Kostas Y Press Release Unicaf and the IPMZ Sign Strategic MoU in Zimbabwe Date published:…
If you’re a university student, the chances are that you also have a mobile phone. Thanks to the evolution of technology, mobile phones have gone from a luxury to a necessity. From children, to students, to adults, mobile phones have become the most useful tools in people’s everyday lives. So here are the 10 best student apps that all university students should definitely have installed already! Applications are also being made every day to help to make people’s lives as easy as possible. This has also led to the creation of apps that focus around making the lives of university…
A group of Unicaf Kenya students were treated to a great day out: they visited beautiful Camp Ndunda Falls in Embu county to enjoy nature, network and to participate in self-development and team building games. The lush green forest at Camp Ndunda Falls, crossed by a winding river, creates a mystic environment, which encourages people to connect with nature and with each other on one hand and encourages them to do things they never thought they were capable of doing before on the other. With more than thirteen exhilarating activities on…
Three talented young refugees have won the top prizes at the Unicaf University essay competition ‘My Future’, marking an important step in building a better life for themselves and their families and serving their community. The competition was organised in collaboration with the Jesuit Refugee Services NGO, which implements various intervention programmes for refugees living in Malawi and educates more than 5,000 children in the pre-primary, primary and secondary schools of the Dzaleka Refugee Camp. As of March 2018, more than 37,000 refugees have fled to Malawi from countries…
Busiika, Uganda, January 2022 – Team building exercises were the order of the day when students from Unicaf University got together for a fun day at Busiika Extreme Adventure Park. Not only did they whizz through the skies, they also took part in target practice, plus low ropes and high ropes. The aim of these team events is to bring people together to share experiences, and interact while challenging themselves. And that’s exactly what happened! Students, as well as potential students, bonded throughout the fun day out, and during lunch they were given the…