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August 2010 events

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15 years ago

January 25, 2011

August 2010

30th August 2010: BIOTA East Africa Atlas Launch
The Biodiversity Monitoring Transect Analysis of Africa (BIOTA) East Africa Atlas is a product of research linkages established between Karlsruhe University of Health Sciences and Makerere University within the framework of the BIOTA East Africa Project. The Vice Chancellor officially launched the Atlas, where Prof. Gertrude Schaab from the Karlsruhe University, Germany among other academics was in attendance.

26th August 2010: ACCP Launch

The Vice Chancellor presided over the launch of the African Centre for Cyber law and Cyber crime Prevention (ACCP) in Uganda. The ACCP, an entrepreneurial non-profit organization aims to enhance knowledge about fraudulent online strategies commonly used by criminals in exploiting people.

20th – 21st August 2010: 5th Open Day

Makerere Faculty of Computing and Informatics Technology exhibited the most brilliant projects of the ICT students.

19th August 2010; MUASA, MASA and UNEI General Assembly

A general Assembly was called to discuss issues concerning a strike over DAP money from NIC to start 21st August

17th August 2010: MISR Seminar

A presentation on The Politics of Studying African Sexual Behavior: Reflections of an Anthropologist by Stellah Nyanzi (PhD)

12 August 2010: MISR Seminar

A presentation on Interests and Relationships in NGO Gender Activity; A Case Study of Uganda by Mary Sssonko Nabacwa (PhD) that took place at MISR

8th – 12 August 2010: Uganda Youth Convention

Makerere University hosted the Uganda Youth Convention under the theme; Opportunity, Empowerment and Enterprise. The convention organizers hope to change the lives of about 6,000 youth who attended the convention. H.E. President Yoweri Museveni attended this conference.

5th August 2010: Workshop for Desk Officers of Council Committees at Imperial Botanical

5th August 2010: Training on Quality Assurance and Mangement

University members of staff and management were trained on uplifting the quality and management of the University. This took place at Senate building

3rd August 2010: MTN Mob Internet 3G+ Launch

The Vice Chancellort Prof. Venansius Barymureeba officiated at this launch that was held at Garden City

2nd August 2010: Vice Chancellor’s Visit to Faculty of Arts

The members of staff in the Faculty of Arts hosted the Vice Chancellor at the faculty and discussed issues on how to develop the faculty for better and smooth running.

2nd – 7th August 2010: Electronics Records Management Training

This course will ground participants understanding on managing electronic records including designing cost effective records management systems. It was organized by the East African School of Library and Information Science.

2nd August 2010: 8th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

The 8th monthly media briefing featured the Institute of Adult and Continuing Education (IACE) and the Makerere University Printery. The Vice Chancellor made presentations on the improved university rankings from 15th to 13th in Africa as of July 2010, the enhancement of Internal Quality through 100% revision of academic programmes except for MUBS, strengthening of the BSc. Programme right from year one, and the landmark MoU signed between Makerere University and Orange (U) Limited, to offer knowledge transfer to CIT students in the varied areas of telecommunications.

August 2010

26th August 2010: ACCP Launch

20th – 21st August 2010: 5th Open Day

Makerere Faculty of Computing and Informatics Technology exhibited the most brilliant projects of the ICT students.

19th August 2010; MUASA, MASA and UNEI General Assembly

A general Assembly was called to discuss issues concerning a strike over DAP money from NIC to start 21st August

17th August 2010: MISR Seminar

A presentation on The Politics of Studying African Sexual Behavior: Reflections of an Anthropologist by Stellah Nyanzi (PhD)

12 August 2010: MISR Seminar

A presentation on Interests and Relationships in NGO Gender Activity; A Case Study of Uganda by Mary Sssonko Nabacwa (PhD) that took place at MISR

8th – 12 August 2010: Uganda Youth Convention

5th August 2010: Workshop for Desk Officers of Council Committees at Imperial Botanical

5th August 2010: Training on Quality Assurance and Mangement

University members of staff and management were trained on uplifting the quality and management of the University. This took place at Senate building

3rd August 2010: MTN Mob Internet 3G+ Launch

The Vice Chancellort Prof. Venansius Barymureeba officiated at this launch that was held at Garden City

2nd August 2010: Vice Chancellor’s Visit to Faculty of Arts

The members of staff in the Faculty of Arts hosted the Vice Chancellor at the faculty and discussed issues on how to develop the faculty for better and smooth running.

2nd – 7th August 2010: Electronics Records Management Training

2nd August 2010: 8th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

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Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University

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32 minutes ago

May 13, 2026

Mak Editor

Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University. Photo: Nano Banan 2

Makerere University, in partnership with Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Independent University of Bangladesh, Eduardo Mondlane University, and Pokhara University, with funding from Norwegian Programme for Capacity Development in Higher Education and Research for Development (NORHED), is implementing a project: ‘Co-creating Knowledge for Local Adaptation to Climate Change in LDCs (COLOCAL).

The expected outputs of the project include strengthened educational and research capacity, improved knowledge on inclusive Locally Led Adaptation (LLA) and Community Based Adaptation (CBA) including delivering skilled knowledge co-creators, and partnerships to support needs-driven, locally-based and contextually sensitive adaptation. The outputs are anticipated to influence policy, planning and practice around LLA and CBA through collaborative learning and knowledge translation.

In line with targets and activities for 2026/2027, COLOCAL project is offering research support for three (3) Master’s students who have completed their first academic year of taught classes at Makerere University and are interested in undertaking research under one of the following thematic areas. The students MUST have undertaken the course offered under the auspices of the project on Disability, Social Justice and Climate Resilient Development.

Requirements:

A first degree from a reputable university in a field related to the focus of the project
Ugandan citizen below 35 years
Good command of English (spoken and written)
Demonstrated interest in inclusive and climate resilient development
Evidence of practical experience in conducting relevant research during and after undergraduate level
Evidence of full payment of all university fees for the first academic year
The Masters programme being undertaken MUST have explicit content on climate change mitigation and adaptation
Special consideration will be given to students with disabilities, financial challenges, students from ethnic minority groups, internally displaced students, among others

Scholarship and study/research conditions

Availability to complete all research activities in a maximum of 10 months.

Scope of the scholarship

The project will specifically cover stipends and support for field activities only. Support with tuition fees, for the research year, will be provided for students who will complete and submit the research thesis for examination within 10 months from the date of receiving the scholarship offer letter.

How to apply

Interested and eligible candidates should submit the following documents: Application letter, research concept note of not more than 2 pages, academic transcripts/certificates, an updated CV (including contacts of at least two referees) and two recommendation letters.

Send applications via email to: colocal.caes@mak.ac.ug, not later than 20^th May, 2026. This contact can as well be used for inquiries, where necessary.

Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University Download

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Makerere University Waste Management Boosted by Centenary Bank

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2 days ago

May 11, 2026

Mark Wamai

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 11^th 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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2 days ago

May 11, 2026

Mak Editor

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