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Makerere-East China Normal University sign MoU

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Makerere University and the East China Normal University (ECNU) yesterday, 22nd February 2010 signed a Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation aimed at strengthening the cooperation in education, science, engineering and technological transfer between the two universities.

Makerere University and the East China Normal University (ECNU) yesterday, 22nd February 2010 signed a Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation aimed at strengthening the cooperation in education, science, engineering and technological transfer between the two universities.

Prof. Sewankambo(L) chats with Prof. Wang (C) and Prof. Zhou (R)

 Prior to the signing ceremony, Prof. Nelson Sewankambo, Principal, College of Health Sciences chaired a session, where the two parties both made presentations profiling their respective universities with Dr. William Bazeyo, Dean, Makerere University School of Public Health (MUSPH) and Prof. Lizhong Yu, President, East China Normal University (ECNU) presenting on behalf of Makerere University and ECNU correspondingly.

Dr. Bazeyo, Dean MUSPH makes his presentationIn his presentation, Dr. Bazeyo thanked the ECNU team for their hospitality and keenness to work with Makerere University. After giving a brief background of the institution, he informed the team of Makerere’s ardent plan to transform into a new era through Academic and Financial reforms; Infrastructural development; Reaching out to the communities; Gender Mainstreaming and Strategic planning.

ECNU President Prof. Yu makes his presentationProf. Lizhong Yu, who presented on behalf of ECNU outlined the University’s constitution of 19 Colleges and 44 Departments offering 122 Doctoral Programs, 178 Masters Programs and 65 Undergraduate Programs. He also shared that ECNU is home to 13 national or key research bases and houses over 100 research institutes and research centers. With regard to development strategies, ECNU takes the 3 I’s approach of Innovation, Interdisciplinary study and Internationalization, with the latter responsible for over 2000 foreign scholars visiting ECNU each year, for joint research, lecturing and other exchange programs. In concluding his presentation, Prof. Yu encouraged Makerere to join its community of overseas campuses and teaching centers like the New York University Shanghai Center, University of Virgina Center in Shanghai and the EM Lyon Shanghai Campus.

Chinese Ambassador to Uganda H.E. Sun Heping(C) makes his presentation. Prof. Yu (L) and Prof. Baryamureeba(R) later signed the MoURepresenting the Government of the Peoples Republic of China, Chinese Ambassador to Uganda H.E. Sun Heping expressed his pleasure at witnessing the signing of the MoU between Makerere and ECNU, especially as both institutions are well known in their respective countries and the world over and have the direct auspices of each government. Taking into consideration previous years of fruitful cooperation at both governmental and people-to-people level, the Ambassador said “I am confident that the excellent relationship and cooperation between China and Uganda will continue to be further consolidated and developed” as he concluded his speech .

Prof. Venansius Baryamureeba, Ag. Vice Chancellor Makerere University thanked the President ECNU and his team for honoring his invitation and visiting Makerere University to sign the landmark MoU. He thanked Dr. Bazeyo for successfully coordinating the team’s visit as well as following up on the progress of events. He thanked the Government of the Peoples Republic of China, whose initial donation of Computers and Accessories saw the former Institute of Computer Science grow into the largest Faculty of Computing in East and Central Africa. He therefore hoped that this new collaboration would lead to opening of a new gateway for Makerere in China and for ECNU in Uganda and the rest of Africa.

 

L-R Prof. Youqun Ren, H.E. Amb. Sun Heping, Prof. V. Baryamureeba, Prof. Lizhong Yu and Dr. William Bazeyo after signing the MoU.

 

The ECNU delegation also consisted of Professor XU Jianguo, First Secretary, Chinese Embassy, Kampala; Professor Youqun Ren, Vice President, East China Normal University; Assoc. Prof Like Wang, Associate Professor, International Centre for Teacher Education, East China Normal University; Professor Zhang Jing, Academician of China Academy of Sciences, Professor, State Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Research, East China Normal University; Professor Nanzhao Zhou, President-APNIEVE, Director, International Centre of Teacher Education, East China Normal University and Professor Zhiting Zhu, Professor, Dean, Distance Education College, East China Normal University

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Undergraduate Admissions List: Mop-up/Appeals 2025/2026

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The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Successful appeals and supplementary lists. Below is a list arising from appeals of Government Sponsored candidates who have been admitted:

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Makerere University, DFCU Bank Sign MoU to Advance Innovation, Student Leadership and Research

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Officials from Makerere University and DFCU Bank pose for a group photo at the Main Building Entrance after the MoU signing ceremony on 4th July 2025. Makerere University and DFCU Bank Limited sign a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to enhance academic excellence, advance research and innovation capabilities, and provide crucial student support services through key activities; Annual Tumusiime Muteile Lecture, MakRun and Student activities, 4th July 2025, Council Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

By Eve Nakyanzi and Atwenda Nancy

Makerere University and DFCU Bank have today signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster innovation, student leadership, research and community impact initiatives.

The collaboration which will see the equipping of the Disability Support center for students living with disabilities through the MAK run and more leadership trainings for students will begin this July.

“The MoU will strengthen research collaborations across sectors like agriculture and health and it will also support the Mutebile Centre to assist private sector growth, which is crucial in lifting Africa out of poverty,” said Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor.

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (R) flanked by Mr. Charles Mudiwa (L) makes his remarks at the MoU signing ceremony. Makerere University and DFCU Bank Limited sign a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to enhance academic excellence, advance research and innovation capabilities, and provide crucial student support services through key activities; Annual Tumusiime Muteile Lecture, MakRun and Student activities, 4th July 2025, Council Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (R) flanked by Mr. Charles Mudiwa (L) makes his remarks at the MoU signing ceremony.

Speaking during the event, Mr. Charles M. Mudiwa, the DFCU Bank Chief Executive Officer, welcomed the move, noting its alignment with the bank’s mission to transform lives and support national development through four pillars: funding, financial inclusion, enterprise development, and vocational education.

“This MoU crowns years of effort and shared intent between our institutions,” he stated.
Mr. Mudiwa highlighted the bank’s commitment to skilling youth through internships, curriculum development, and support for innovation hubs and centres of excellence at the university.
“We consume the graduates of Makerere. In our most recent graduate intake of 87, 60% were Makerere alumni. The bank allocates around 30 internship positions annually to equip young people with the skills necessary for future roles within the institution,” Mr. Mudiwa, noted.

Representing the student body, Guild President His Excellency, Sentamu Churchill James, commended the partnership as a timely intervention that will empower youth, support SMEs, and expand internship and leadership development opportunities.

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd L) presents a framed portrait of the Main Building to Mr. Charles Mudiwa (C) as L-R: University Secretary-Mr. Yusuf Kiranda, 91st Guild President-H.E. Ssentamu Churchill James and Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration)-Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta witness. Makerere University and DFCU Bank Limited sign a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to enhance academic excellence, advance research and innovation capabilities, and provide crucial student support services through key activities; Annual Tumusiime Muteile Lecture, MakRun and Student activities, 4th July 2025, Council Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd L) presents a framed portrait of the Main Building to Mr. Charles Mudiwa (C) as L-R: University Secretary-Mr. Yusuf Kiranda, 91st Guild President-H.E. Ssentamu Churchill James and Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration)-Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta witness.

“Students are the heartbeat of the university. This collaboration will empower youth and strengthen their role in national development,” His Excellency Ssentamu, said.

About MAK RUN 2025

The Makerere Run 2025 (#MakRun2025), hosted by the Makerere University Endowment Fund (MAKEF) on 17th August 2025, returns for its fifth edition as Kampala’s premier charity marathon, uniting 8,000+ runners—students, alumni, corporate teams, and elite athletes—to tackle the city’s iconic hills under the theme “Run the Hills for the Future.” This landmark event combines competitive racing with transformative impact, channeling proceeds to strengthen Makerere University’s community programs while offering unmatched branding opportunities for partners through Kampala’s largest university-led sporting spectacle.

The Mak Run, scheduled this year for August 17th, is a flagship initiative that mobilizes students, staff, alumni, and partners to raise funds for projects such as the Disability Support Unit and the Student Centre.

The Writers are Interns in the Public Relations Office, Makerere University

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Diploma in Performing Arts Admission List 2025/26

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The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released the admission list of candidates who passed the special entry examinations for the Diploma in Performing Arts held on Saturday 17th May, 2025

The following have been admitted by the University’s Admissions Committee on Private Sponsorship for the 2025/26 Academic Year

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