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Up to 75% of emerging human diseases are of animal origin..

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16 years ago

April 21, 2010

World veterinary Day was first celebrated by the World Veterinary Association in 2001 and is celebrated annually on the last Saturday of April. The Theme for the year 2010: ‘One world, One Health: more cooperation between veterinarians and physicians’.

World veterinary Day was first celebrated by the World Veterinary Association in 2001 and is celebrated annually on the last Saturday of April. The Theme for the year 2010: ‘One world, One Health: more cooperation between veterinarians and physicians’.

The much publicised concept ‘One World, One health’ indicates that the world has awakened to the link between animal disease and public health.

Over 60% of infectious diseases are common to animals and humans. Up to 75% of emerging human diseases are of animal origin. Up to 85% of pathogens with potential for use in bioterrorism are zoonotic (infect both animals and humans).

Veterinarians and human physicians hence, need to work in concert to confront the common challenge of combating infectious disease at training, policy and operations levels.

The faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Makerere University, in conjunction with the Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry & Fisheries and the Uganda Veterinary Association have organised a series of week-long activities culminating in to celebration of the World Vet Day on 24 April, 2010. One such activity is the public lecture scheduled for Thursday 22nd April, 2010, starting at 2:00pm in the Media Room, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

The national celebration will be presided over by the Hon. Minister of agriculture in Rakai District.

Download the programme for the week-long celebratory activities here and find the event flyer here .

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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1 day ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

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

For Youth, By Youth is a global, youth-led movement committed to fostering conscious leadership and global solidarity as pathways to meaningful and lasting impact. Developed by 36 university students across 18 countries, this movement builds a network of engaged young leaders shaping a more just and equitable world.

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$2,500 scholarship for community action research
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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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1 day 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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1 week 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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