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An outdoor party is a pleasant desire shared by many. With the gently blowing breeze and ample natural light, the setting cannot be any more perfect! This is what Makerere University held for her former Members of Management on Friday 9th July 2010 at the University Guest house gardens.

An outdoor party is a pleasant desire shared by many. With the gently blowing breeze and ample natural light, the setting cannot be any more perfect! This is what Makerere University held for her former Members of Management on Friday 9th July 2010 at the University Guest house gardens.

The ceremony, the first of its kind to be held for the retiring administrators, was graced by Mrs. Elizabeth Gabona who represented the Ministry of Education and Sports, the outgoing and current Members of Management, The Guild President, among other dignitaries.

Retiring Members of Management who were honored included the immediate former Vice-Chancellor-Professor Livingstone S. Luboobi, Dean of Students-Mr. John Ekudu Adoku and Academic Registrar-Mr. Amos Olal Odur. Others were former University Secretary-Mr. Sam Akorimo, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Finance and Administration) Professor David Justin Bakibinga, and University Bursar Mr. Ben K. Byambabazi.

During the ceremony speaker after speaker spoke in appreciation of the out going management team for having served Makerere diligently and tirelessly.
“Some of them have served Makerere for over thirty years and others for over twenty years” remarked Professor Baryamureeba. “Some others have admitted to serving in spirit, for even before they joined Makerere University, they dreamt of serving here, and once here, they gave it their best” he added humorously.

Mrs. Gabona in her speech commended the ex-officials for their altruistic service to Makerere, specifically pointing out Professor Luboobi’s initiative, The Makerere University Private Sector Forum. She also rooted for the establishment of a retirement scheme as away of bidding farewell to retiring staff members.

The climax of the evening was during the prize giving ceremony, where all the honoraries each took home a Fresian cow among other accolades.

Professor Livingstone S. Luboobi, who had served Makerere University since 1969 in different capacities and as Vice-Chancellor from 2004-2009, was succeeded by Professor Venansius Baryamureeba; Professor David Justin Bakibinga Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Finance and Administration) 2004-2009 passed the baton to Dr. S.S. Tickodri-Togboa; University Secretary Mr. Sam Akorimo was the forerunner to Mr. Kahundha-Muhwezi; and the University Bursar who had served in that position from 1989 to his retirement in 2009, Mr. Ben K. Byambabazi was succeeded by Mr. Joshua Karamagi.

The Academic Registrar Mr. Amos Olal Odur (2004-2009), passed the torch to Mr. Alfred Masikye Namoah, and the dean of student Mr. John Ekudu-Adoku (1995 until July 2010) was succeeded by Mr. Cyriaco M. Kabagambe.

 

Article by Kogai Donald

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Press Statement on Ranking

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An older photo of the Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda as seen from across the Freedom Square. Date taken: 22nd October 2012.

Makerere University has noted with concern the article titled “Mak Drops Marks” published by the Daily Monitor Newspaper on 8th July 2025. The article raises issues that require clarification to ensure accurate information is shared with our stakeholders and the public. We wish to address the following key points: 

1. Misrepresentation of Ranking Data 

The article inaccurately combines the Sub-Saharan African University Rankings and the World University Rankings to portray a misleading performance trend for Makerere University. For clarity, Makerere University was ranked 8th in the 2024 Sub-Saharan African University Rankings. However, the 2025 Sub-Saharan African Rankings have not yet been released, making any comparison with the World University Rankings is misleading. This is a misrepresentation of facts aimed at tarnishing the University’s reputation and causing alarm among stakeholders.

2. Omission of Impact Rankings Achievements 

The article fails to acknowledge Makerere University’s outstanding performance in the 2025 Impact Rankings, which assess contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Makerere University significantly improved its global standing, moving from the 601–800 band in 2024 to the 301–400 band in 2025. Notably, the University ranked 17th globally in Decent Work and Economic Growth and within the 401–600 band for Quality Education. These achievements reflect Makerere’s commitment to societal impact and sustainable development, which the article conspicuously ignores. 

3. Balanced Perspective on World University Rankings 

While Makerere University acknowledges a decline in certain parameters in the World University Rankings, we view these as areas for improvement. At the same time, we celebrate our strengths, including high-quality research output and a robust international outlook, which continue to position Makerere as a leading institution globally. 

Makerere University remains committed to excellence in teaching, research, and societal impact. We urge our stakeholders and the public to rely on verified information from credible sources and to engage directly with the University for clarity on such matters. We acknowledge the Daily Monitor’s interest in Makerere University and implore them to report more accurately in the future. 

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICE
Email: pro@mak.ac.ug

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Re-advert: Admission to Undergraduate Programmes 2025/2026

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The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, and international applicants for the undergraduate programmes under Self Sponsorship Scheme for the 2025/2026 Academic Year.

Each applicant should:

a) Have the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least five passes, or its equivalent and at least two principal passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting. For day programmes, only candidates who sat A’ Level in 2024, 2023 and 2020 are eligible to apply. For evening, afternoon, and external programmes, a candidate is not restricted on the year of sitting A’ Level.

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d) Degree from a recognised /Chartered Institution

Further details on the re-advertised programmes , fees structure, and the procedure of submitting applications can be accessed from the document below: 

The closing date for submitting applications is Tuesday 22nd July 2025.

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

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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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