MUST/IUC-UCOBS subproject 5
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Goal of MUST/IUC sub-project 5: Increased youth employability through skilling, innovations, experiential learning and technology transfer.
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https://www.must.ac.ug/ucobs/sub-project5/ 03-02-2024 11:30:21
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#HappeningNow We successfully kicked off the Tech-Preneurship Bootcamp at our hub through Mbarara University MUST/IUC MUST/IUC MUST/IUC-UCOBS subproject 5 & P6 Synergy With over 60 computing, business, and interdisciplinary students in attendance, Day 1 is focused on laying a strong foundation in
Day One is here! The Tech-Prenuership Boot camp has officially kicked off today. We are bringing young innovators for a 5-days sprint to turn prototypes into market-ready start ups! Kreative Campus Mbarara University
Today, our 9 multidisciplinary teams took a major leap forward on their innovation journey! | hashtag #TechPreneurship 2025! We guided participants through Problem Definition, sharpening their focus on real challenges worth solving. With support from Dr. Richard Kimera (PhD) 🇺🇬🇰🇷 , the teams
Today at #TechPreneurship Bootcamp 2025 – A Story of Local Innovation Done Right! As part of our Day 4 lineup, we’re honored to host two incredible innovators behind one of Mbarara’s most impactful mobile platforms @RolexBoothApp 🔹 Nyina’barungi 👑, Founder of RolexBooth App
We are thrilled to have Ms. Asiimwe Ronah, the vibrant businesswoman behind one of Mbarara's leading mobile innovations, RolexBooth, speak to the Techpreneurship bootcamp attendees.
As the developer of RolexBooth, nyende, co-founder of Kreative Campus and SIBO, shared his inspirational journey. He urged participants to make use of Flutterwave and other available development tools.
Edwin Nahabwe of Photokabada shared the realities of navigating Uganda’s innovation ecosystem. He emphasized the main obstacles that tech innovators frequently encounter, like protracted regulatory approval procedures, and urged attendees to embrace perseverance and patience.
Exciting week ahead in Rubirizi District! From July 14–18, MUST IUC–UCoBS Sub-Project 5 rolls out an Entrepreneurship Bootcamp, empowering youth with skills in design thinking, innovation & the 50K UGX Challenge! In partnership with COVOID Uganda. Mbarara University Kreative Media
Meet the teams: Yesu Namara – selling matooke, sugarcane & fruits The Saints – packaging & selling polythene bags Champions – fruit vending Amazing Dealers – phone screen guards Gamba Nokora Enterprises – fresh vegetables Apex Venture – fruit sales Mbarara University
Team Apex turned UGX 50,000 into UGX 61,000, making a profit of UGX 11,000 through fruit sales! Lesson learned: the power of record keeping and staying committed to the goal. #RubiriziBootcamp COVOID Uganda
We are proud mentors behind the champions! From our Entrepreneurship Bootcamps (Level I & II) under us Mbarara University , 🌟 Etyang Aaron (UGX 50M) – Grain-Guard Monitor 🌟 Frank R. Magezi (UGX 30M) – Afri-Milk Check Kit Both emerged winners at the AyuteAfrica
BrighterMonday Uganda, with the Mastercard Foundation and MUST/IUC-UCOBS subproject 5 , brings you AI Career Tool Skills to support your career journey! Enhance your career with AI tools for applications, interviews & salary negotiations. Register here: forms.gle/8S9KNedBf8dWyJ…
Career Skills Bootcamp is LIVE! Morning session: University Library – Kihumuro, Mbarara University Afternoon session: 2PM sharp Join online: meet.google.com/yck-ksos-nmm Don’t miss the chance to level up your skills & connect with mentors! BrighterMonday Uganda Mastercard Foundation