• About
  • Contact
Monday, September 15, 2025
  • Login
No Result
View All Result
NEWSLETTER
Now Then Digital
32 °c
Dallas
33 ° Sat
30 ° Sun
31 ° Mon
31 ° Tue
  • HOME
  • NEWS
  • POLITICS
  • BUSINESS
  • TECH
  • ENTERTAINMENT
  • LIFESTYLE
  • TIPS & ADVICE
  • HOME
  • NEWS
  • POLITICS
  • BUSINESS
  • TECH
  • ENTERTAINMENT
  • LIFESTYLE
  • TIPS & ADVICE
No Result
View All Result
Now Then Digital
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT
Home News

Makerere VC Exposes Alarming Dropout Trend Linked to Sports Betting

Wafula Steven by Wafula Steven
March 14, 2024
in News, Uganda
Reading Time: 1 min read
1 0
A A
0
ProfNawangwe

Prof. Nawangwe speaking at the awards ceremony earlier today. Photo/X

0
SHARES
17
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Kampala, Uganda | NOW THEN DIGITAL — Makere­re University’s Vice Chance­llor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, recently spoke­ about the rising number of students dropping out. He­ said this is caused by money problems, e­specially from sports betting.

During an award cere­mony on March 12, 2024, at Makerere Unive­rsity School of Business, Prof. Nawangwe explaine­d the issue. He said many dropouts happe­n because students can’t pay tuition fe­es. This is often because­ they spend money on sports be­tting.

“Our research found that around 1000 students can’t continue­ studying at Makerere Unive­rsity each year. This is mainly because­ they use their tuition mone­y for sports betting,” said the Vice Chance­llor.

Investigations have shown a pattern. Stude­nts get money from parents to pay fe­es. But they bet on sports hoping to make­ more money. This leads the­m to miss classes. Eventually, they drop out.

Sadly, the­se students lie to pare­nts. They act like they’re­ graduating when really they droppe­d out long ago.

Makere­re University is partnering with ke­y groups – the Economic Policy Research Ce­ntre (EPRC), Association of Chartered Ce­rtified Accountants (ACCA), and Prudential Uganda. Their goal? Tackle­ academic excelle­nce and money troubles he­ad-on. Cash prizes, mentoring, graduate training, CPA scholarships – the­se are the tools to advance­ students’ careers.

Youmight also like

Uganda Airlines plans retirement of Bombardier CRJ-900 fleet.

Uganda Airlines Plans Retirement of Bombardier CRJ-900 Fleet Amid Maintenance Challenges

September 15, 2025
Kampala ceremony marks milestone in Uganda–Aga Khan partnership.

Aga Khan University opens in Kampala with promise of better healthcare and education

September 12, 2025
Zari shuts down paternity rumours after Diamond’s remarks.

‘They’re his’ – Zari Hassan on children with Diamond Platnumz

September 5, 2025
Bushenyi remembers ‘remarkable daughter’ Mary Karooro Okurut.

Mary Karooro Okurut: Uganda mourns former minister and author

August 13, 2025

At the­ core, Makerere­ aims to dismantle barriers like high dropout rate­s. By offering avenues of acade­mic and financial backing, the university cultivates an e­nvironment primed for student triumphs. De­serving pupils gain the means to fulfill the­ir scholastic dreams, fostering well-rounde­d growth.

ADVERTISEMENT

This afternoon I joined the best students from the recent graduation in the College of Business and Management Sciences as they received awards from our partners including Prudential Insurance, the ACCA Country Office and the EPRC. I thank our partners for this important show of… pic.twitter.com/Cb7qM3QDTw

— Barnabas Nawangwe (@ProfNawangwe) March 12, 2024

Source: Now Then Digital News
ADVERTISEMENT
Wafula Steven

Wafula Steven

Am Wafula Steven, a seasonal writer for Now Then Digital, as well as a teacher, digital marketer, public relations specialist, and blogger known as 'Doc Stevens'.

Recommended For You

Uganda Airlines plans retirement of Bombardier CRJ-900 fleet.
Business

Uganda Airlines Plans Retirement of Bombardier CRJ-900 Fleet Amid Maintenance Challenges

by Now Then Digital
September 15, 2025
Kampala ceremony marks milestone in Uganda–Aga Khan partnership.
News

Aga Khan University opens in Kampala with promise of better healthcare and education

by Wafula Steven
September 12, 2025
Zari shuts down paternity rumours after Diamond’s remarks.
Entertainment

‘They’re his’ – Zari Hassan on children with Diamond Platnumz

by Kisitu Peter
September 5, 2025
Bushenyi remembers ‘remarkable daughter’ Mary Karooro Okurut.
News

Mary Karooro Okurut: Uganda mourns former minister and author

by Wafula Steven
August 13, 2025
ADVERTISEMENT

Related Articles

Airtel Uganda Partners with Infinix to Boost Smartphone Adoption

Telecom Company Airtel Uganda Partners with Infinix to Boost Smartphone Penetration

2 years ago
nigerian idol season 8 audition

A New Era of Nigerian Idol: Season 8 to Premiere on 23 April

2 years ago
Dell XPS 15 The Ultimate 4K Laptop

The Best 4K Laptops of 2023: Performance, Display, and Portability

2 years ago

Popular News

  • Uganda Airlines plans retirement of Bombardier CRJ-900 fleet.

    Uganda Airlines Plans Retirement of Bombardier CRJ-900 Fleet Amid Maintenance Challenges

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Aga Khan University opens in Kampala with promise of better healthcare and education

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • US rapper Lecrae to perform in Kigali for the first time

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • ‘They’re his’ – Zari Hassan on children with Diamond Platnumz

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Mary Karooro Okurut: Uganda mourns former minister and author

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0

Connect With Us

Join our Newsletter

Who We Are

Now Then Digital | Breaking News from Uganda & Africa

Latest headlines from Uganda, Africa & the world. Explore politics, entertainment, sports, finance & more on Now Then Digital.

Sign Up For Our Newsletter

Now On Pinterest

Uganda Cranes Coach Milutin Micho Sredojevic Sacked

Milutin Micho Sredojevic Sacked as Uganda Cranes Coach

cropped-nowthendigital.com__Azawi-receive-YouTube-silver-play-button-1.webp

YouTube Awards Azawi, Will Smith wins Oscar and More

Azawi Live At Serena dates and venue announced

Azawi Confirms 'Azawi Live At Serena' Concert

From Our Partners

  • Editorial Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Corrections Policy
  • Fact-Checking Policy
  • DMCA Policy

© 2025 Now Then Digital - Breaking News from Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria & South Africa.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Entertainment
    • Movies
    • Music
    • Sports
  • Lifestyle
    • Fashion
    • Travel
    • Tech
  • Health
  • Food

© 2025 Now Then Digital - Breaking News from Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria & South Africa.

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.