Engineering, Art & Tech

Remote Workers Targeted by Cyber Criminals Impersonating Google

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5 years ago

June 5, 2020

Mark Wamai

By Arthur Moses Opio

In unprecedented times like this, we encourage you to remain firm and resilient but also purpose to grow on all fronts. One of the areas of growth is in our knowledge of ICTs and Cyber Security. There continues to be an increase in Phishing Scams and Form-based Cyber-Attacks while working from home.

During this COVID19 period, working from home has been the new normal, and Hackers have surely exploited this opportunity because they very well know that someone who works from home, could be having few defenses. But one of our greatest defenses is continuous cybersecurity awareness.

Phishing Attacks On The Rise Due To Work From Home

According to Info Security, There has been a substantial rise in phishing attacks recently as a result of the increase in people working from home during the COVID19 pandemic, with security systems and practices difficult to maintain for many businesses in these circumstances.

Engineering, Art & Tech

CEDAT Open Day Conference Addresses Green Skills for Green Jobs

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3 weeks ago

March 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

The College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT) successfully hosted its 2025 Open Day on March 13th and 14th, bringing together students, industry leaders, and policymakers to champion sustainability and innovation. Organized by the Makerere Engineering Students Association (MES), the event aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and highlighted the pivotal role of green skills in shaping a sustainable future.

Dubbed “The CEDAT Open Day and Exhibition,” the event was aimed to empower students, enhance collaboration between academia and industry, and raise public awareness about green skills and their role in shaping a sustainable future. It also aimed to bridge the gap between students and private sector companies, providing a platform for budding engineers to showcase their creativity, connect with professionals, and gain insights into the evolving green economy. Interactive workshops and panel discussions were an avenue to further fuel innovation and inspire actionable solutions to environmental and related challenges.

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Engineering, Art & Tech

More highlights of the 2025 CEDAT Open Day

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3 weeks ago

March 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

Day 2 of the 2025 CEDAT Open, themed “Green Skills for a Sustainable Future”. Following the successful conclusion of Day 1, which celebrated participants of the Cadence Innovation Award.

This is what happened on Friday, 14th March 2025:
Opening Ceremony: Led by the organizers, patrons, and student association leadership.

Industry Engagements: Companies like SogeaSatom, ATC Uganda, Cadence Design Systems, UIPE, and UETCL shared insights on engineering, innovation, and sustainability in Uganda.

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Engineering, Art & Tech

Call for Applications; Makerere University – University of Groningen Erasmus+ Programme (2021 – 2027)

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2 months ago

February 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

Don’t miss the chance to apply for the Erasmus+ ICM scholarships from the University of Groningen! Four scholarships available for any discipline, with a 90-day mobility period. Apply by 27 March 2025!

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