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Mak set to become regional hub for 3D Computer Animation

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Makerere University is set to become the African Hub for the Computer Animation and Technology industry. Thanks to a Memorandum of understanding signed on 19th August 2010 between Makerere University and Digimation UK, the university will offer internationally accredited 3D Animation Diploma programmes.

Makerere University is set to become the African Hub for the Computer Animation and Technology industry. Thanks to a Memorandum of understanding signed on 19th August 2010 between Makerere University and Digimation UK, the university will offer internationally accredited 3D Animation Diploma programmes.

Digimation, an institute recognized for its commitment to quality, employs a highly personalized approach, whereby teaching and support staff take a keen interest in student development and progress and endeavour to know the students personally. Therefore the partnership with Makerere aims to create graduates who are not only academically qualified but also are also ready to be a part of the Animation industry right from Day One.

The Acting Dean, Faculty of Computing and Informatics Technology-CIT, Dr. Josephine Nabukenya, commended Digimation for partnering with the Faculty. “This partnership demonstrates our commitment to introducing relevant training to our undergraduate and postgraduate students.” Dr. Nabukenya further revealed that plans are underway to establish a commercial Animation Studio called the INCUBATION HUB, so as to give students an opportunity to outsource their skills and get paid.

Prof. Ikoja Odongo who represented the Vice-Chancellor at the signing ceremony, called upon other players in the Industrial to borrow a leaf from Digimation and establish partnerships with the university. “The University is committed to ensuring that these partnerships succeed” he asserted. Prof. Ikoja extolled the Makerere-Digimation model, whose commercial Animation Studio arm is in line with the University’s investment policy objective to expand on avenues for income generation.

“Our mission is basically to create Global leaders in the fields they’ve chosen” remarked Mr. Dilip Amdekar, CEO Digimation UK as he made his address. Mr. Amdekar further noted that as both institutions were committed to the quality of graduates produced over profit margins, the partnership was bound to last a long time.

The Chief Guest and Chairman, Uganda Investment Authority Mr. Patrick Bitature lauded the timing of the MoU, especially as the Government strives to change Ugandan mindsets from job seeking to job creation. “The timing is opportune; the ICT industry is the next ‘big thing’ we need to focus on.” “That is where the real potential is that will touch lives and create jobs” he further added. Mr. Bitature confidently cited the advent of the undersea internet cables as factors that will help fulfill this dream, especially as services like Business Process Outsourcing make their way here.

 

 

 

 

mwamai@admin.mak.ac.ug, Public Relations Office

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Makerere University Waste Management Boosted by Centenary Bank

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Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (3rd L) shakes hands with Centenary Bank's Mr. Sunday Julius (C) as L-R: Mr. Simon Kizito, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, Mr. Paul Agaba and SSP Kaheebwa Geoffrey applaud on 11th May 2026. Donation of 30 waste bins by Centenary Bank’s Makerere Branch as part of ESG objectives, 11th May 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

Waste Management efforts at Makerere University have been boosted by a donation of 30 waste bins by Centenary Bank’s Makerere Branch. The bins received on Monday 11th May 2026 in the Freedom Square by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe in the company of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Sarah Ssali, Deputy University Secretary, Mr. Simon Kizito and other officials were handed over by the Branch Manager, Mr. Sunday Julius.

Appreciating the donation from Centenary Bank on behalf of University Management, Prof. Nawangwe noted that Makerere University strives to maintain “the cleanest environment in Kampala”, especially as a good example to future leaders, the students.

Donation of 30 waste bins by Centenary Bank’s Makerere Branch as part of ESG objectives, 11th May 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
Some of the 30 bins donated by Centenary Bank Makerere Branch.

Acknowledging earlier donations to the Halls of Residence by Centenary Bank, Prof. Nawangwe described the ceremony as “the beginning of a long journey of collaboration in environmental stewardship,” with separation of plastics from biodegradable waste earmarked as the next step in user education.

In his remarks, Mr. Sunday noted that the donation was in line with the Bank’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives, particularly the Social component, where supporting institutions with waste management facilities to enhance hygiene is key. “It is important for Centenary Bank to give back to the society where it makes money”, he emphasized.

Officials pose for a group photo after the donation ceremony. Donation of 30 waste bins by Centenary Bank’s Makerere Branch as part of ESG objectives, 11th May 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
Officials pose for a group photo after the donation ceremony.

Describing Makerere University as the “main institution that Centenary Bank operates a branch”, Mr. Sunday recognised the donation as a step in the right direction with a valuable partner.

The newly-donated bins will be placed in various public locations under supervision of the Estates and Works Directorate.

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Bachelor of Laws Pre-Entry Examination Results 2026/2027

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The office of the Academic Registrar has released the results for Bachelor of Laws Pre-Entry Examination 2026/2027 held on Saturday 18th April, 2026.

Candidates who scored 50% and above passed the examination and have been recommended to the Admissions Committee for consideration. However, the candidates who passed have to submit an application where Bachelor of Laws is among the programme choices in the application system here: https://apply.mak.ac.ug.

Candidate who are not satisfied with their results may appeal within two weeks from the date of the release of results.

Follow the links below for the candidate lists showing results of the categories of candidates respectively:

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Makerere University-ND Sign MoU to Enhance Collaboration

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The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (L) and the ND 18th President, Rev. Robert A. Dowd shake hands after signing the MoU. Makerere University Kampala, Uganda and the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana, USA (ND) sign MOU, which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others, May 2026.

Makerere University and the University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA (ND) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others.

Officials pose for a group photo with the signed MoU. Makerere University Kampala, Uganda and the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana, USA (ND) sign MOU, which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others, May 2026.
Officials pose for a group photo with the signed MoU.

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe signed on behalf of Makerere University and Rev. Robert A. Dowd, the 18th President signed on behalf of the University of Notre Dame. The ceremony, which was held at the University of Notre Dame campus at South Bend, Indiana was witnessed by Dr. Lorna Magara, the Chairperson of the Council of Makerere University, who led the Mak delegation.

The Chairperson of Council Dr. Lorna Magara (Centre) presents Mak Coffee to an ND official as University Secretary-Mr. Yusuf Kiranda (Right) witnesses. Makerere University Kampala, Uganda and the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana, USA (ND) sign MOU, which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others, May 2026.
The Chairperson of Council Dr. Lorna Magara (Centre) presents Mak Coffee to an ND official as University Secretary-Mr. Yusuf Kiranda (Right) witnesses.

Dr. Magara appreciated the institutionalisation of the collaboration between the two universities and the very warm hospitality accorded to the Mak delegation.

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