National Science Week To See Uganda Showcase Achievements At Kololo Independence Grounds

Posted by: Kyeyune Andrew Jonathan in Uganda news November 9, 2022

Uganda will showcase its scientific achievements to the general public during national science week this year. The science week kicked off on Monday at Kololo independence grounds and will be running until Thursday this very week. This year, various players within the science, technology and innovation value chain will be brought together.

“Science and technology hold the key to the present and future development of Uganda. As a government, we are aware that to escape from poverty, investment in science and technology education is the key. This annual event is important as it brings together various players within the value chain to chart a way forward for Uganda’s science, technology and innovation,” said Dr. Monica Musenero, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation.

The event is open to the general public and it is under the theme, “Uganda in 2040; The Future We Want Through Science Technology & Innovation”.

Over 200 exhibitors in the science field are present at the exhibitions. Some of the represented fields include pathogen economy, aeronautics and space science; the future of infrastructure; industry ; mobility and productivity acceleration, import substitution among others.

The event will be climaxed with a closing ceremony on November, 10 to be presided over by President Museveni.

The 2019 Global Innovation Index ranked Uganda 102 out of 129 countries. It came In behind Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania in 77th , 94th and 97th places respectively.

Apparently, the government will also incorporate science education in primary, secondary, and university curricula. Through this the government would be investing in the development of a solid eco- system. This move, according to NDP III will make science and technology accessible at all levels of education.

“Through this activity, we intend to create awareness of value addition resulting from science, technology and innovation. Foster strategic partnerships with various stakeholders including the public and private sector And also enhance the market potential of indigenous products in the region and globally to enhance Uganda’s competitiveness both within the region and globally,” Dr. Musenero said.

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