By Editorial
Universities in Uganda have been challenged to invest more in research and practical learning instead of focusing on mostly theory.
The deputy executive director for the National Council for Higher Education, Rev. Canon Dr. Alex Mugisha Kagume said most universities are emphasizing more on theory using outdated teaching materials.
He feels government should allocate funds to private universities for research, as there exists so much talent that goes to waste because of lack of funding.
Kagume was speaking at the fourth Team University graduation at Pope Paul Memorial hotel in Lubaga, Kampala. Meanwhile, the university’s chancellor Prof. Tarsis Kabwegyere said universities need to be involved in the development of knowledge that is both transformative and innovative. END