From 17th to 21st November, 2025, as the world celebrated Global Entrepreneurship Week, the MUST/IUC UCoBS Subproject 5 joined the movement by launching a Level One Entrepreneurship Bootcamp at Ruharo Vocational Training Institute (VTI), aiming at igniting entrepreneurial thinking, equipping young people with practical skills, and preparing them for long-term employability and innovation.
The day opened with a warm and motivational start from the principal of Ruharo VTI, who encouraged participants to embrace the opportunity wholeheartedly, reminding them that such comprehensive training may only come once. He urged them to keep open minds, acquire new skills, and strive to leave transformed.
Ms. Lydia Asiimwe, Project Manager of MUST IUC–UCoBS, followed with strong opening remarks emphasizing that the bootcamp is not just about earning a certificate but about growth, networking, and discovering new opportunities. She encouraged students to be intentional, make meaningful connections, and fully utilize the learning space.
Below are the photos of Dr. Manasseh and Ms. Lydia Asiimwe giving their opening remarks
Dr. Tumuhimbise Manasseh, the team leader, introduced the vision and achievements of the UCoBS project. He shared that Ruharo is the third technical institution to benefit from this training and highlighted plans to establish a fully functional Entrepreneurship Club to further nurture innovation and prepare students for Level Two of the bootcamp.
Engaging Learning Sessions
The day’s sessions were interactive and insightful:
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Introduction to Entrepreneurship facilitated by Dr. Kemigisha Prudence and Dr. Rennie Bakashaba (PhD)
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Principles of a Good Business Idea
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Opportunity Spotting led by Dr. Sarah Nabachwa
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Introduction to the 50,000 UGX Innovation Challenge
These sessions sparked creativity and encouraged participants to identify and shape business ideas rooted in real community needs.
