2nd RUFORUM Regional Conf: Climate Change

Published

15 years ago

October 15, 2010

Second RUFORUM Biennial Regional Conference

Climate Change

Participatory analysis of growing season: A key for understanding and copping drought risk in northern Ethiopia

Vulnerability to drought, adaptation and coping strategies among agro-pastoral communities in Botswana

A support tool for enhancing policy decision making for climate change adaptation in agriculture: An information systems approach

Climate change impacts to agriculture in Uganda’s semi arid areas, farmers’ means of adaptation: An application of cross-section data

Gender dimensions of climate change adaptation and mitigation by small holder farmers in Uganda

Climate change adaptation strategies in the semi-arid region of Uganda

Pastoral adaptation strategies to climate change in selected areas of the cattle corridor of Uganda

Understanding the gender dimensions of the impact of climate change on agriculture and adaptation among small holder farmers in eastern Uganda

Climate variability and Tillage practices: Effect on soil moisture, carbon dynamics and crop productivity in semi arid Zimbabwe

The implications of climate change on economic and food security in Kenya

Climate change adaptation strategies among agricultural communities in Uganda: The case of Kabale and Nakasongla districts

Assessing the impact of climate change adaptation on agriculture production in eastern Uganda

Carbon stock trends in selected agro ecological zones of Uganda

Modelling the potential impact of climate change on sorghum and cowpea production in semi-arid areas of Kenya using the agricultural production systems simulator (APSIM)

The impact of climate variability and extreme weather events on gender: Gender vulnerabilities and adaptation strategies for improved household food security in Malawi

Impact of landuse change on soil carbon stocks and livelihoods of communities on Mt. Elgon region, Uganda

The link between seasonal climatic variability and poverty: A case study of pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in Baringo District, Kenya

Back to Article: Background papers: Climate Change: Agronomy: Diseases: Pests: Plant Breeding: Natural Resource Management:

Second RUFORUM Biennial Regional Conference

Climate Change

Participatory analysis of growing season: A key for understanding and copping drought risk in northern Ethiopia

The implications of climate change on economic and food security in Kenya

Climate change adaptation strategies among agricultural communities in Uganda: The case of Kabale and Nakasongla districts

Assessing the impact of climate change adaptation on agriculture production in eastern Uganda

Carbon stock trends in selected agro ecological zones of Uganda

Back to Article: Background papers: Climate Change: Agronomy: Diseases: Pests: Plant Breeding: Natural Resource Management:

For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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2 days 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.

BENEFITS

What You’ll Receive:

$2,500 scholarship for community action research
Mentorship & wellness coaching
Training in Storytelling, Responsible AI & Youth-led Participatory Action Research
International conferences & global network
3-Year Journey: Individual → Community → Institutional Transformation

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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2 days 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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