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The council of Makerere University in Uganda has approved a policy to boost the enrolment of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics degrees.
The policy ring-fences 40 per cent of student places in all STEM disciplines for women.
“This is a great leap forward for Makerere University,” said vice-chancellor Barnabas Nawangwe in a statement.
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