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FCIT to spearhead education through ICTs with Univ of Hertsfordshire

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As Universal Secondary Education (USE) students graduate from secondary schools, the demand for tertiary education is on the increase. This has lead to many mushrooming tertiary education institutions in Uganda;

As Universal Secondary Education (USE) students graduate from secondary schools, the demand for tertiary education is on the increase. This has lead to many mushrooming tertiary education institutions in Uganda; many of which with questionable quality. In order to increase access to higher and tertiary education to all the deserving Ugandans, Makerere University Faculty of Computing and IT is spearheading initiatives to provide education through Information and Communications Technologies (ICTs). This will be independent of time, space and location i.e. we shall provide flexible education.

Discussions with the School of Computer Science, University of Hertfordshire (http://www.herts.ac.uk/home-page.cfm) are already underway; once completed Ugandans will be able to undertake the following online degrees where teaching and assessment will be completely via e-learning:

– B.Sc. (Hons) Computer Science

– BSC (Hons) Information Systems

– M.Sc. Computer Science

– M.Sc. Distributed Data Management

– M.Sc. Distributed Systems and Networks

– M.Sc. e-Learning Technology

– M.Sc. Human Computer Interaction

– M.Sc. Mobile Computing

– M.Sc. Multimedia Technology

– M.Sc. Software Engineering.

In the medium term, the initiative will be extended to cover more degrees.

Under the Pan-African E-Network Project coordinated by the Ministry of ICT of the Republic of Uganda, the national tele-education learning centre set up at Makerere University Faculty of Computing and IT will with effect from 1st August 2009 offer MBA, PGD in IT, Bachelor of IT, and Diploma in IT programmes from Amity University, the leading ICT-based educational provider in India. The application process is ongoing (See attached. For more information contact CIT Front Office or <mailto:info@cit.mak.ac.ug> info@cit.mak.ac.ug or call: 256-414-540628).

The degrees and diplomas will be awarded by Amity University, India. All this is being made possible by the support from the Government of Uganda, the African Union (AU) and the Government of India. Overall, over 100,000 students from the African continent are going to be trained at the 53 learning centres in the 53 AU countries within the next 5 years under the Pan-African E-Network Project worth over US$116 Million.

Makerere University Faculty of Computing and IT shall continue to explore opportunities that will enable the so many Ugandans in need of higher education access quality education through collaborations and partnerships with the best Universities in the world by exploiting the power of ICT. The broadband network as a result of the completion of the submarine cables on the East African coast coupled with the ICT national backbone being put in place by the Ministry of ICT is going to enable students to access higher education online from any part of the country.

ICT is narrowing the education divide; it is also flattening the world and in the near future all students across the globe will be able to access quality education that is collaborative in nature; independent of time, space and distance. Skilled labour and technological innovations are major conditions for economic growth. Thus it is important to enable the majority of Ugandans to access quality higher education as this will spur economic growth and lead to human development.

Denis Wamala

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End of Semester Memo for Academic Year 2024/2025

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Africa, one of three On-Campus Halls of Residence for ladies, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

All Resident Students

1. Congratulatory Message

On behalf of Makerere University Management, I congratulate and thank you for the successful completion of Semester Two: 2024/2025.

2.End of the Second Semester

The second Semester holiday break will begin on 17th May, 2025 up to Saturday 9th August, 2025.

3. Resident Students

All resident students are expected to vacate the Halls of Residence by mid-day on Saturday, 17th May, 2025.

4. University Property

Please hand over all University property in your possession (such as: room keys, Sports & Games equipment, College property etc) before you leave the Hall of Residence.

5. Security of personal property

Please make sure that you carry with you all your property.

Dean of Students
Makerere University

Mark Wamai

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Inter-college Debate 2025 Seeks to Nurture Confident, Articulate, and Visionary Leaders

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Winners of the Inter-college debates Daphine Kemigisha and Jibiril Ssekandi (School of Law) pose for a photo with debaters and the GRCs of the Debate Union. Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. The tournament was held in three preliminary rounds, followed by semi-finals and a grand finale.

The first round covered democracy and youth participation in politics, while the second round covered inequality and wealth distribution, and the third, the ban on export of raw materials. The semi-final round debated apprenticeship for blue-collar jobs, while the grand finale debated national budget allocations for healthcare and education. In the spirit of inclusivity, all colleges, including the Jinja Campus participated in the tournament.

One of the preliminary rounds in session at Lumumba Hall. Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
One of the preliminary rounds in session at Lumumba Hall.

Commenting on the choice of topics, the organisers noted Makerere University as a bastion of academic excellence has a profound responsibility to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of our nation. These leaders, they added, ought to be equipped with 21st century skills of self-expression, critical thinking, and problem-solving so as to navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving world.

On the whole, Makerere Inter-college Debates were conceived as a strategic initiative to foster a culture of intellectual curiosity, creativity, and innovation. The Debating Union aims to empower the future leaders by providing a platform for students to engage in respectful discourse, articulate their thoughts, as well as develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Daphine Kemigisha submitting at the debate grand finale. Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Daphine Kemigisha submitting at the debate grand finale.

Furthermore, the Debates serve as a platform for not only honing the intellectual prowess of students but also cultivating leadership skills, teamwork, and communication abilities that are essential for success in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. It is envisaged that this initiative will have a lasting impact on the lives of students, by exposing them to debates on topical issues that can shape the mindsets of transformative leaders our nation needs.

After a thrilling two days of debate, Daphine Kemigisha and Jibril Ssekandi from the School of Law (SoL) emerged as winners of the Makerere University Inter-college Debate Tournament 2025, while Olara Emmanuel George from the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (CoVAB) was the Public Speech Champion, and Namujuzi Martha Mociita from the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) was the Poetry Champion.

Debate Winners; Daphine Kemigisha (Right) and Jibril Sekandi (Left) from the School of Law (SoL). Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Debate Winners; Daphine Kemigisha (Right) and Jibril Sekandi (Left) from the School of Law (SoL).

The 2025 Tournament was organized by Mayanja Owen and Nkalubo Oprah – 91st Guild Representative Councils (GRCs) of the Debate Union, Akatwijuka Arthur – Chairperson Debate Union, and Debate Union Representatives from colleges. The Uganda National NGO Forum (UNNGOF) partnered with the Debate Union to deliver the 2025 edition.

Addressing students at the award ceremony, UNNGOF’s Mr. Derrick Baluuku encouraged the youth to step out of their comfort zones and think of solutions to inspire change in their communities.

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Accommodation during the Recess Term: 2024/2025

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A section of the renovated Lumumba Hall. Date taken: 26th July 2024. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

All Students
Makerere University

This is to inform you that the Recess Term for this Academic Year 2024/2025 will commence from 17th May to 26th July, 2025 and the following accommodation arrangements have been made for you.

  1. Male students from Livingstone Hall shall be accommodated at Mitchell Hall, while students from Nkrumah and Nsibirwa Halls of Residence shall be accommodated at University Hall.
  2. Female students shall be accommodated at Lumumba Hall.
  3. Students from the College of Health Sciences who were allocated accommodation space for the Academic Year 2025/2026 at Galloway House are expected to take it up at the
    start of recess while those from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences with recess at Kabanyolo Agricultural site shall be accommodated at Kabanyolo Hostel.
  4. Private students who would like to reside in Halls of Residence are required to pay a fee
    of UGX176,500/=(one hundred seventy six thousand, five hundred shillings only) using a PRN to the bank for the ten-week duration upon confirming availability of space for accommodation.

By copy of this letter, all Wardens are requested to make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth transition.

Rodney Rugyema (PhD)
AG. DEAN OF STUDENTS

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