We are thrilled to announce the shortlisted projects for the Uganda Website Projects Competition 2024, where creativity, innovation, and digital prowess take center stage, under the theme, “Problem Solving With WordPress“. Out of the 16 exceptional submissions received, 10 projects have been selected by our esteemed adjudicators through a rigorous vetting process.
Shortlisted Projects – Rising Stars Category:
- Provok – St. Mark’s College Namagoma
Provok is a dynamic platform aiming to democratize IT education globally, offering a variety of courses and hands-on learning experiences. - Big Green – St. Edward’s SS Bukuumi
Big Green is an environmental conservation and awareness website dedicated to educating global audiences on environmental protection and pollution control through informative articles and blogs. - STEGS Smart Study – St. Elizabeth Girls’ Secondary School
STEGS Smart Study Project provides academic resources such as eBooks, educational videos, and links to online courses, aimed at bridging the gap in access to traditional learning materials. - Skyray – Iganga Secondary School
Skyray offers educational resources and support for students, parents, and teachers to navigate Uganda’s new lower secondary curriculum effectively. - News Shelf – New Jerusalem Mixed Junior School
News Shelf features a kids’ news portal, an art gallery, and interactive quizzes, all created by students to enhance learning and engagement.
Shortlisted Projects – Explorers Category:
- Local Farmers’ Market Website – Kampala International University, KIU
The Local Farmers’ Market Website promotes local agriculture by connecting consumers with fresh produce and handmade goods through an online marketplace. - Afrinova Creations Website – Makerere University Kampala
Afrinova Creations showcases African culture through a curated collection of clothing, crafts, and foods, supporting African artisans and entrepreneurs. - Diving into WebDesign and WordPress in Luweero Diocese – CoU Anglican Luweero Diocese Education ICT
This project empowers ICT teachers within Luweero Diocese to teach web design and create active websites for schools using WordPress. - Innovative Tune and Watch Pitch Awareness Wave – Makerere University Jinja Campus
Innovative Tune and Watch Pitch Awareness Wave aims to provide entertaining media resources and informative community connections through an intuitive user interface. - Edutech Blog – Kyambogo University / EduTech Club
The Edutech Blog addresses the challenge of accessing educational technology awareness, offering valuable insights and resources through WordPress.
For those who did not make it to the finals:
To all participants whose projects did not advance to the finals, we extend our sincere appreciation for responding to our call for projects. Your have showcased remarkable commitment to leveraging WordPress for positive change. We encourage you to view this as a stepping stone in your journey of innovation. Register to attend via bit.ly/websitecompetitionug and join us at the Uganda Website Projects Competition 2024 to learn from presentations, gain valuable insights, and network with fellow enthusiasts. Let this experience fuel your determination to excel, and we look forward to seeing your continued growth and success in future competitions. Be sure to try again at the Uganda Website Projects Competition 2025!
Event Overview:
The Uganda Website Projects Competition 2024 is a next gen WordCamp that challenges students to solve real-world problems using WordPress, fostering innovative thinking and essential skills in web development and design. Participants will present their projects to a panel of judges, honing their communication and presentation skills.
Date and Venue:
- Date: Friday, July 5th, 2024
- Venue: National ICT Innovation Hub, Uganda Institute of ICT (UICT), Nakawa, Kampala
Join us as we celebrate the ingenuity and dedication of these young minds at the Awards Ceremony, where outstanding projects will be recognized and awarded prizes in each category. Tickets can be purchased online using PayPal or bank cards. Alternatively, you can reserve tickets via the Google form to pay in Ugandan Shillings using Mobile Money. Here are the ticket categories:
- Discounted Attendee Ticket: $5 or UGX 20,000. Includes access to all activities, attendee tag, swag, workshop resources, internet access, breakfast, and lunch coupons.
- Actual Cost (Microsponsor) Ticket: $26 or UGX 100,000. Includes all benefits of the discounted ticket, plus a VIP treat, an event-branded T-shirt, and publicity.
- Community Sponsorship Ticket: $130 or UGX 500,000. Helps to discount tickets for more students to learn, innovate, and collaborate with WordPress! Includes two attendee tickets, two event T-shirts, a dedicated sponsor table, and logo publicity.
NB: 3 free tickets will be given to each of the shortlisted project representatives!