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Mak Unveils First Unit of Low-Cost Medical Ventilator

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6 years ago

June 12, 2020

Mark Wamai

The Minister of Health-Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng (Centre) and Ag. DVCFA-Prof. William Bazeyo (Right) are taken through the functionalities of the Low-Cost Ventilator by a KMC Engineer (Left) during the unveiling ceremony on 11th June 2020, KMC Offices, Ntinda, Kampala Uganda.

Makerere University on Thursday 11^th June, 2020 unveiled the first unit of the Low-Cost Medical Ventilator a product of Makerere University Researchers and Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC) Engineers. The Ventilator was officially unveiled by the Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng and the Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration), Prof. William Bazeyo.

The ventilator is portable and as such can be used both aboard ambulances and in hospital settings. It also features a battery which can support the ventilator for more than two hours after a power outage. It also comes fitted with a solar charge controller which allows for the battery to be recharged using solar panels. This feature particularly makes it suitable for Africa's rural settings that are not connected to the electricity mains or where the electricity supply is unreliable.

The unveiling comes slightly after two months since Makerere University, ResilientAfrica Network (RAN) a project of the School of Public Health, Kiira Motors Corporation, Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) got together to develop an Open Design Low-Cost Ventilator. The team adapted open access designs from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Florida, and other Public License Ventilator Technology Developers to the needs in Africa.

Please click here to view a video of the unveiling ceremony.

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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5 days ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

For Youth by Youth - Call for Second Cohort Applications. Application Deadline: 20 Feb, 2026.

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$2,500 scholarship for community action research
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Training in Storytelling, Responsible AI & Youth-led Participatory Action Research
International conferences & global network
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Application Deadline: 20 Feb, 2026

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Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027

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5 days ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released Aptitude Test Examination results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme Examinations held on Saturday 13^thDecember 2025.

The Candidates who scored 50% and above in the aptitude test passed the aptitude examination and will have their programme -specific examination paper marked. Those who scored less than 50% failed.

Access the links below for the lists categorised under Science-based and Humanities based programmes respectively:

Please Note:

Candidates who are not satisfied with the results may appeal within two weeks from the release of these results through the application system: https://see.mak.ac.ug

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Call for Applications: Admission to Postgraduate Programmes 2026/2027

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2 weeks ago

February 4, 2026

Mak Editor

SoL Graduands celebrate after being conferred upon their awards. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications for admission to Graduate Programmes (Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and Doctoral Degree Programmes) for the 2026/2027 Academic Year. Applicants should have obtained at least a first or second class degree (or its equivalent) from a Chartered University at the time of completion. Applicants should also possess a Uganda Certificate of Education (or its equivalent) and a Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (or its equivalent).

Sponsorship:

All Graduate Programmes are PRIVATELY-SPONSORED. Therefore, applicants seeking sponsorship should have their applications endorsed by their respective sponsors where applicable. Applicants should note that the various fees payable to the University indicated for the various programmes EXCLUDE functional fees, accommodation, books, research and other expenses.

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