@UbuntuNet
Alliance Women Hackathon 2024
As part of the activities gearing us up for the upcoming UbuntuNet Connect 2024, applications are NOW OPEN for the UbuntuNet Alliance Women Hackathon 2024!
Whether you're a coding wizard or a tech enthusiast, this is your chance
Calling all female university students in Africa and Recent graduates! This is an opportunity to showcase your skills in tech and network with leading practitioners in research and education alongside the UbuntuNet-Connect conference!
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Rev. Prof. Kitayimbwa is RENU’s New Chairperson!
At the recent Board strategic planning retreat, Rev. Prof.
@Prof_Kitayimbwa
(
@UCUniversity
) was appointed Chairperson of the RENU Board. He will be deputised by Prof. Janice Busingye (
@kiuvarsity
).
Conversations on
#RENUCNaaS
! 🚀
This Friday, we shall have a Twitter (X) Space conversation about our latest service, Campus Network as a Service (
#RENUCNaaS
), at 7 pm EAT.
Join Kenneth Baguma from Heritage International School and Caroline Namuddu (
@carolpercy14
) from RENU as
Women in STEM👷🏽♀️💪
Did you know?
The RENU technical team is led by ladies.
Meet our dynamic duo - the ladies leading our tech.
Hellen Nakawungu (
@hellen_kabuubi
) - Systems and Software
Patience Nagaba (
@nagabapatie
) - Network Operations
From breaking barriers in a
Thank you for joining us this evening for our Twitter (X) space about our
#RENUCNaas
service.😃
For those who missed, check out the fliers below for more details about the service.😊
Patience Nagaba Appointed Head of Network Operations 🎉
We're excited to share that Patience Nagaba (
@nagabapatie
) has taken on a new role within our team as the Head of Network Operations.
She first joined RENU in 2016 as a Graduate Trainee.
Patience graduated top of her
Happy International Women’s Day! 🎉
Today, we celebrate the remarkable achievements and endless potential of women worldwide.
47% of the RENU team is female, i.e., 32 out of 68 staff are female.
At RENU, we pledge to continue to invest in women and empower them to accelerate
Sikt Twinning Activities
As part of the activities of the
@sikt_research
twinning visit to RENU, yesterday, we kicked off the morning with an amazing presentation by Vidar Faltinsen on Sikt’s history, organizational structure, services, and how Campus Network as a Service
More Visitors from Norway 🎉🥳
Last week we hosted the Rector of
@UniOslo
, Prof. Svein Stolen, accompanied by his colleagues. Prof. Svein is also the Chairperson of The Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities (
@guildeu
).
We discussed infrastructure for research and
Digitizing Uganda's Education -
@Educ_SportsUg
joins
@eduroam
🎉🥳
We are very thrilled to announce that the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) joined eduroam. This is one of the first steps as the Ministry implements Uganda's digital agenda for education.
Quality and
RENU Hosts
@PCI_Initiative
🎉
Yesterday, we hosted Mei Lin Fung (
@meilinfung
) . Mei Lin is the Co-Chair and Co-Founder (together with Vint Cerf) of the People-Centered Internet (PCI). Vint Cerf is recognized as one of "the fathers of the Internet".
PCI works to make sure that
Employee of the Year 2023! 🏆👏
It's with great pride that we announce Arthur Tumwesigye (
@arthurxiegillar
) as our Employee of the Year 2023! 🚀
As a strong pillar of our Network Operations team, Arthur has played an instrumental role in numerous successful projects.
From
Eng. Dr. Okello Appointed Chairperson of RENUMESH Technologies 🎉
We are thrilled to announce that Eng. Dr. Dorothy Okello was appointed the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of RENUMESH Technologies Limited.
RENUMESH Technologies Limited is the joint venture between RENU
MUBS, Are You Ready?
The eduroam Across Uganda campaign is still ongoing.
This week we will be at Makerere University Business School (
@OfficialMubs
) on the 7th and 8th of September to spread more joy with the Free, Secure and Trusted Wi-Fi,
@eduroam
.
See you there!
#eduroam
@RENUMESH_Tech
Website is LIVE! 🚀✨
TGIF, everyone! 🎉
We're pumped to announce that the website is now live and ready for exploration! Dive into the world of RENUMESH Technologies Limited and discover the innovative products waiting for you. 💻🌐
No Electricity? No
🏉Get ready for the ultimate Schools RUGBY Finale with
@eduroam
🌟
Join us at the
@Makerere
University Sports Grounds this Sunday, 7th April , 2024, for an electrifying schools RUGBY finale experience!🎉💪🏾
Experience seamless Internet with the Free, Secure, and Trusted WiFi
@UbuntuNet
Connect Conference 2023
We're proudly set to host the UbuntuNet Connect Conference 2023.
This is the ultimate opportunity to network, collaborate & connect with the world's research & education community, here in Kampala.
Welcome to the Pearl of Africa!
#UC2023
Join Our Team 😎
Our Graduate Trainee Program (GTP) is back with openings in System and Software Development and Business Development.
Challenge yourself and submit your applications now!
Use the link below to apply.
Introducing CNaaS: Elevate Your Network Infrastructure! 🌐💡
Get ready to revolutionize your connectivity with CNaaS (Campus Network as a Service) brought to you by RENU! 🎉 Say goodbye to networking hassles and hello to seamless, scalable network solutions tailored just for
Brian Masiga Appointed CEO of RENUMESH Technologies 🎊
We are thrilled to announce that Brian Masiga (
@ByAdmiral
) was appointed the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of RENUMESH Technologies Limited,
@RENUMESH_Tech
().
RENU's longest serving employee,
2023 RENU Industrial Training Program
Are you a university student?
Don’t miss out on our 2023 Industrial Training Program.
Click link below for details.
Deadline: 30th April 2023.
Challenge yourself, and submit your application!
RENU Signs MoU with UVCF 🥳🎉
We're thrilled to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between RENU and the Uganda Vice Chancellors Forum (
@UvcfTweeter
)! 🤝
Since Vice Chancellors comprise the top leadership of both RENU and UVCF, this collaboration marks
Meet our Platinum Sponsors 🙂
@line_optics
: Established to provide competitive ICT services to the regional Telecom operators, Public & Private Institutions.
UbuntuNet Connect 2023 Early Bird Registration
Don't miss out on the incredible opportunity to be an early bird registrant for the highly anticipated 2023 UbuntuNet Connect Conference.
Remember, with early bird registration, you pay less!
Registration link:
Sikt Team at RENU🎉🎊
This week, we are hosting a team from
@sikt_research
, the Norwegian Agency for Shared Services in Education and Research, as part of the ongoing twinning partnership that aims to effectively roll out the Campus Network as a Service (CNaaS) in Uganda.
We
Head of RENU Systems Team Appointed to GeGC
On 6th October 2023, Hellen Nakawungu was appointed to the Global
@eduroam
Governance Committee (GeGC) to represent Africa, becoming the first female to represent Africa.
@hellen_kabuubi
has spearheaded tremendous eduroam initiatives
Coming Next Week 🎊
Affordable Internet for Education
Engagement (Twitter Space) with the Regulators and the connectivity services provider for Research and Education.
🗓 Thursday 1st June 2023, at 7 pm EAT
Tune in!
@UCC_Official
@NCHEuganda
RENU-
@sikt_research
Partnership
New month, new horizons!😃
Today, we announce our twinning partnership with
@sikt_research
, the Norwegian Agency for Shared Services in Education and Research.
This partnership is being sponsored by
@GEANTnews
, the European Regional Research
Excitement is in the air as
@UbuntuNet
Connect 2023 kicks off in Uganda, Kampala at the stunning Speke Resort Munyonyo!
As the hosts, this long-awaited event promises to be an incredible gathering of innovators, educators, and tech enthusiasts from across the Globe.
Stay
Graduate Trainee Program 2022 – Communications
Apply Now!
Only graduates from RENU member universities are eligible to apply.
Deadline - Monday 23rd May 2022 at 5.00 pm EAT.
Did you know?
Over 70% (5 out of 7) of our Management team are talented ladies.
At RENU, women are driving change and leading from the front! 💼✨
#IWD24
Turnitin Anti-plagiarism Software
Unleash the power of originality in academic resources with Turnitin!
Say hello to academic integrity and goodbye to plagiarism.
For more details, click the link below.
ICT Directors Forum 2024
We are proud to announce our Guest of Honor, Dr. Francis F. “Tusu” Tusubira, a former CEO of
@UbuntuNet
.
We are more than excited to tap into his vast experince in the Research and Education community.
World-class Data Centre Services Now Available🎉
Today, we launch a landmark partnership to avail data centre facilities, to RENU member institutions, in Uganda's 1st enterprise-grade, Tier III certified carrier-neutral data centre.
Secure your digital services offsite today!
RENU ICT Directors Forum
The long-awaited ICT Directors Forum 2024 is finally here!! 😎
We can't wait to meet our colleagues in the ICT fraternity to engage more on innovations and the future of the research and education community.
Industrial Training Program 2024
A big shoutout to our incredible 2024 industrial trainees!
Your hard work, dedication, and eagerness to learn have truly made a difference.
Enjoy this short video capturing the highlights of their time with us.😃
ICT Directors Forum 2024
We are honored to have prestigious keynote speakers from our community.
Prof. Madara Ogot (
@madaraogot
) CEO,
@UbuntuNet
Alliance and Duncan Greaves, CEO,
@tenetnews
are our keynote speakers at our event.
#ICTDIRECTORS2024
UbuntuNet Connect 23 - Sponsorship Opportunities
Here is an opportunity to shine as a sponsor of the
@UbuntuNet
Connect 2023 Conference.
Get to meet the best in the education & research community in Africa & beyond.
Contact us at info
@renu
.ac.ug for details.
We are back 🙂
New strategic direction, new look!🎉
Explore our redesigned website at and stay updated on the latest innovations and programs at RENU.
#Knowledge
#Community
#Solutions
Introducing the all-new
@eduroam
SpoT App!
eduroam SpoT is a user-friendly interface that allows users to locate eduroam hotspots & get directions to them.
The app also sends alerts whenever you are in the vicinity of an eduroam hotspot.
Download the eduroam SpoT App today!
RENU, UCC to Connect 90 More Schools!
@UCC_Official
is partnering with RENU to connect more secondary schools to high-speed Internet in Uganda.
For more details, grab today's
@newvisionwire
and
@TheDailyMonitor
newspaper or use the link below.
Welcome
@KiiraMotors
🎉
@KiiraMotors
got connected on 1st April 2023, as our 500th site.
@KiiraMotors
which is driving Uganda's nascent Motor Vehicle industry, started as a research project in
@Makerere
, & joins RENU through the MoU between RENU &
@UNCST_Uganda
, signed in 2022.
RENU Signs MoU With
@NCHEuganda
!
On Mon. 27th June 2022, we signed an MoU with NCHE to collaborate in the enhancement of the quality & equity of access to higher education through ICT.
Check out today's newspapers for details or follow the link below
RENU Connects 500 Sites! 🥳
New month, new milestones - on 1st April 2023, we connected our 500th site.
And the 500th site is a very interesting institution, stay with us to find out ...
Call for Abstracts and Panel Session Proposals
Hello Tweeps,
It’s a Friday😁!
But before we get into the weekend vibes, have you submitted your abstract and panel session proposal yet?
Make your submission via:
Deadline: 30th June 2023
#UC2023
Ethiopia's Champion 🎆✨
Tamirat Tola from Ethiopia won the men's marathon competition at the Paris Olympics, becoming the first Ethiopian winner of the Olympic men’s marathon in 24 years.
The 32-year-old finished in a record time of 2 hours, 6 minutes, and 26 seconds.
Tola
Progress Under Eng. Dr. Dorothy Okello
As we continue to celebrate our time with Eng. Dr. Dorothy Okello, here are a few highlights of her major contributions to the R & E community in Uganda.
For more details check out the article-
UCC Renews RENU's License!
On Wed. 22nd June 2022,
@UCC_Official
renewed RENU’s license to extend telecommunications services to research & education institutions countrywide.
Grab a copy of today's newspapers for details or follow the link below.
@sikt_research
Visit to the Pearl of Africa
The past week has been action-packed and insightful with our colleagues from the Norwegian Agency for Shared Services in Education and Research (Sikt).
Join us to view highlights of their time with us as we engaged in in-depth
Celebrating our 2024 Olympic Games Champions 🎆✨🎉
This week, we are celebrating the incredible gold medal winners from Sub-Saharan Africa.
Welcome back from the Olympic games in Paris!
#OurChampions
🎉🎆
@UOC_media
RENU Signs an MoU with UNCST
On Friday 1st July 2022, we signed an MoU with
@UNCST_Uganda
to enhance collaboration in the development of digital research management systems.
For details check out today's newspapers or click
2024 Graduate Trainee Program (GTP)
We are now receiving applications for our Graduate Trainee Program under the Network Operations Department.
Challenge yourself and submit your applications now on the link below!
@GuluVarsity
@BusitemaUni
RENU to Provide InAcademia Service
We kicked off Day 2 with RENU,
@UbuntuNet
Alliance, and
@GEANTnews
signing an MoU to enable us to offer the
@InAcademia1
service in Uganda.
This took place at the UbuntuNet Connect 2023 Conference at Speke Resort, Munyonyo in Kampala,
Uganda's Champion 🎆✨
Let's kick off our celebration by honoring Cheptegei Kiprui Joshua from the Pearl of Africa, who won the gold medal in the men's 10,000 meters run.
Did you know that
@joshuacheptege1
is a serving officer of the Uganda Police?
@joshuacheptege1
is the
Conversations on
@eduroam
Hey RENU Tweeps, we have Monday plot for you!
Join
@GiddyMpungu
, from our Systems team, for our 1st Twitter Space as we get into our Metro eduroam Week!
We're excited, & hope you are too!
#eduroam
#FreeSecureTrusted
Botswana's Champion 🎆✨
Letsile Tebogo made history for Botswana and Africa by winning the men's Olympic 200 meter race.
He became the first African to win the men’s Olympic 200 meter title, marking Botswana's first Olympic gold medal. His time of 19.46 seconds sets an African
Career Opportunities at RENU 🙂
The RENU Graduate Trainee Program is back!
Join the family by checking out our career’s portal for the latest opportunities at RENU.
Challenge yourself and submit your applications Now!
The RENU 2021 Newsletter is Here!
As we head into the weekend, please take some time to read our 2021 newsletter.
You can access the exciting articles and updates from our research and education community on the link below.
RENU Chairperson Appointed to EAC Research and Development Working Group (RDWG)
Rev. Prof. Kitayimbwa (
@Prof_Kitayimbwa
) was nominated by Uganda to be a permanent member of the EAC RDWG. The EAC RDWG was established by the East African Science and Technology Commission