Ministerial-Statements
Call for Information
Call For Information The Science, Technology and Innovations Secretariat office of the president is searching for innovations that engender meaningful inclusion of persons with DisabilitiesThe Deadline has been extended to
How start-ups and innovators can position themselves for investment
How start-ups and innovators can position themselves for investment Join us for an insightful training session on how start-ups and innovators can position themselves for investment. This virtual session will
Call for Expression of Interest National Science Week 2023
Introduction The Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat at the Office of the President (STI-OP) is planning to showcase innovations developed in Uganda, during the National Science Week 2023, Scheduled from November
THE SCIENCE THAT MAKES DEVELOPMENT
THE SCIENCE THAT MAKES DEVELOPMENT SPEECH BY Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza THE MINISTER OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION AT THE LAUNCH OF THE NATIONAL RESEARCH OUTLOOK REPORT 21st June 2023
Import Substitution, Productivity Acceleration, and Infrastructure Innovations: STI Team’s Successful Meeting with Innovators
In a significant step towards fostering innovation and driving economic growth, the Science, Technology, and Innovation – Secretariat (STI) team convened a productive meeting with two sets of ingenious innovators;
First Ugandan Engine Undergoes Inspection by Minister for Science, Technology, and Innovation at Production Site
The Minister for Science, Technology, and Innovation, Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero, accompanied by a team from the STI Secretariat toured the production works of Uganda’s first engine at the John
Uganda’s Science, Technology, and Innovation Revolution is Real yet some People still ask: “Where are Your Works?”
Towards the tail end of High School, as part of the efforts in understanding Economics—one of the subjects we studied, colleagues and I visited a weekly market—Nyakabirizi, in Bushenyi, Western
Exploring ‘The Untapped Gold’ in the Cassava, Shea Butter, and Honey Value Chains through Strategic Innovation
Many people have thought many things about Africa—some true and good; others awfully false. It only depends on one’s direct experience with the continent or even their background and motive
STI drive: Innovation Leadership needed for Innovators’ Effectiveness!
When I consider what exponential socio-economic transformation has accrued from innovations in developed nations, I am convinced that innovation should be the in-thing for Uganda. True as for a person
SCIENTISTS, POLICYMAKERS, AND SECURITY NEED A FUNCTIONAL SYNERGY IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (STI) DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT
By Patrick Katagata, Secretary – Strategic Scientific Advisory Council and Thinktank, STI Secretariat – Office of The President. Further to, “Not everyone does science, let alone, excellently”, a statement I
Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) is an Indispensable Tool for Socio-Economic Transformation, but only if under Responsible Stewardship.
By: Patrick Katagata – Secretary – Strategic Scientific Advisory Council & Think-tank There has perhaps never been as much debate about science in my lifetime as has been, in recent
TAPPING INTO THE VIRGIN POTENTIAL SERI-CULTURE PRESENTS FOR UGANDA
By Elijah Turyagumanwe Great opportunities often come wrapped in filth, and of course, a myriad people miss them. Have you, for instance, considered what fortunes, people who dare go for
Hon. Dr MMM Hosts Italian and Romanian Silk Processors in Uganda
On March 15, 2023, Hon. Dr. Musenero Monica Masanza, the Ugandan Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation -Secretariat, hosted a delegation of leading Italian and Romanian silk processors. The delegation
STI Secretariat Visit Report: Cotton Ginnery Tour at Busitema University
On February 11th, 2023, a team led by Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero visited the Cotton Ginnery at Busitema University. The team was received by the Vice Chancellor at 9:56am and
Bartolomeo -Airbus -UNOOSA Project
Uganda, Egypt and Kenya are partnering together in a project to address climate change effect in East Africa; with special focus on flood monitoring and agricultural productivity, as top priority needs in the region.The Bartolomeo –Airbus -UNOOSA project offers hands on training in building an earth observation camera system for installation onboard Bartolomeo module on the International Space Station…
Uganda to Start Manufacturing SMART Phones in February 2023
When an April 18, 1963 newspaper article reportedly published by the Mansfield, Ohio New Journal, quoted Frederick Hunstman, telephone company commercial manager, as saying, “Mainfielders will carry their telephones in
Ministerial Statement on PearlAfricaSat-1 Satellite Launch
The PearlAfricaSat-1 story is testament to Uganda’s openness and commitment to cordial and strategic global partnerships especially those of mutual interest in nature. In this bid, the government of Japan, through the Kyushu Institute of Technology; and the USA, through NASA
Uganda’s PearlAfricaSat-1 deployed in Space
Uganda’s PearlAfricaSat-1 deployed and begins Operation in Orbit: What does it say of the Power of Ideas, Resilience, Leadership, and Strategic Alliances between Nations?
“Overhaul the Education System” Minister Monica Musenero tells Uganda Education Policy Review Commission
By STI Communications Team Is our Education System fulfilling Africa’s dreams? Is it helping to solve our challenges? At a November 23, 2022 meeting with the Education Policy Review Commission,
Human Capital Development: Why it’s Important to Have Scientists
Perhaps many of us are familiar with the landmark stories in science: Archimedes’ Eureka moment in a bathtub, which is at the heart of modern water-based navigation. The discovery of
The Cheap Milk Economy
By Dr. Monica Musenero MasanzaMinister, Science, Technology and Innovation, Office of the President. I have heard some Ugandans express offence concerning the “Cheap Milk Economy.” I fully understand your feelings.
Science and technology has fundamental role of wealth creation
The government has today launched the 2022 National Exhibition for Science Week, (NEWS 22), Uganda’s annual showcase of science, technology and innovation to document progress made towards technological advancement to steer national development.
