The Makerere University Printery in partnership with the Foundation for Legal Research and Consultancy LA (FOLERECO) Arusha, Tanzania are proud to announce the release of the book titled “EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY COMMON MARKET PROTOCOL”
The Makerere University Printery in partnership with the Foundation for Legal Research and Consultancy LA (FOLERECO) Arusha, Tanzania are proud to announce the release of the book titled “EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY COMMON MARKET PROTOCOL”
The 182page book material was developed by FOLERECO and clearly highlights the guidelines for the free movement of Labour, Goods and Services across all the member countries. Furthermore in 2008, EAC commenced negotiations with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and agreed to an expanded free trade area.
The signing of the Common Market Protocol on 20 November 2009 by the EAC Heads of State came with increased expectations from various stakeholders including; investors, traders, transporters, professionals and students among others regarding how their lives would be impacted by the same. The Protocol came into force on the 1st July 2010.
The Common Market is expected to achieve; A smoothly functioning Customs Union, Free movement of persons, labour and services, Free movement of capital and enhance macro-economic policy harmonization.
The Protocol provides for cooperation in many other areas such as; protection of cross-boarder investments, research and technological development, agriculture and food security.
To secure your personal copy, place your orders with the MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BOOKSHOP. "Students may purchase the book at a discounted price of UGX 10,000/= while the public can obtain a copy at UGX 12,000/" added Mr. Kirabo Joseph, Manager, Makerere University Printery.
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:
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.
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.
“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.