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June 2010 events
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June 2010
28th June 2010: MUSPH Communications Strategy Launch
The Vice Chancellor presided over the Launch of the Makerere University School of Public Health Communications strategy launch. The strategy is aimed at improving on the School’s stakeholder engagement and awareness of public health policy and practice.
25th June 2010: Luganda Conference
This conference held at Makerere University was aimed at showcasing research conducted on Luganda as a language as well as providing a platform for debate on how to boost it to a higher level.
21st June 2010: Meeting with Delegation from the University of Georgia
A team from the University of Georgia, USA visited Makerere University to discuss the possibility of broadening the already existing collaboration with the School of Public Health to other Faculties and Departments in Makerere University. Led by Vice President for the Research Association, Prof. David Lee, the team explained that in so doing, they aim at improving the society at large rather than just the university itself
18th June 2010: Techzine Magazine and Website Launch
The Vice Chancellor was the Chief Guest at the launch of the Techzine Magazine and Website. Techzine was established in 2009 with the aim of filling the gap between ICT service suppliers/providers and the user groups through the provision of information and a platform for dialogue and networking.
17th – 18th June 2010: 11th Scientific Conference
The Uganda Society for Health Scientists (USHS) organized the 11th Annual Scientific conference under the theme “Optimizing Care and Treatment Settings for research”. USHS has a mission to advance knowledge and seek scientific discoveries that will lead to the improved health of Ugandans. Prof. Ikoja-Odongo represented the Vice-Chancllor as the Guest of Honour.
16th June 2010: Makerere – KUC MoU signing
Makerere University and the Kenya Utalii College (KUC) signed the Memorandum of Understanding to foster partnerhip in the fields of tourism, hospitality and hotel management. The University Secretary, Mr. Kahundha Muhwezi, Prof. Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza – DVC-AA as well as KUC Principal Dr. Kenneth Ombongi signed the MoU. The move will support the Department of Geography towards an understanding that will enable the Bachelor of Tourism Management secure UNWTO TEDQUAL Certification.
14th June 2010: Management tour of the Faculty of Agriculture
The University Management paid a visit to the Faculty of Agriculture, including the Department of Food Science and Technology and Kabanyolo campus-Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute Kabanyolo (MUARIK), This was part of the Faculty’s initiative to reposition itself as a vital contributor to the University’s vision.
10th June 2010: Launch of the Master in Arts in Gender-Aware Economics
This new programme was launched by the Faculty of Economics and Management in conjunction with the UNDP. It is aimed at arming policy makers and planners with knowledge and tools to apply gender consideration in economic analysis and policymaking. Dr. Gabriel Opio, Minister of Gender Labour & Social Development and the UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative, Mr. Theophane Nikyema presided over the ceremony.
8th June 2010: Meeting with DBSA-DF team
A team from the Development Bank of South Africa met with the Vice-Chancellor to finalize all matters relating to the Masters in Infrastructure Management as well as the signed MoU between DBSA and Makerere. The meeting was also attended by Prof. Kansiime and Prof. Ddumba.
8th June 2010: Kennesaw State University (KSU) delegation visit
A team from the KSU met with the Vice-Chancellor to discuss terms of an MoU signed, for the purpose of aiding Academic Exchanges in the humanities between the two institutions.
7th June 2010: Drake University delegation visit
Prof. Baryamureeba together with Prof. Joseph Y.T. Mugisha and Dr. A. B. Rukooko welcomed the Drake University delegation led by the Provost Mr. Michael J. Renner and held cordial discussions. The visit was an expression of interest by Drake University to partner with Makerere University so as to produce students responsive to global needs.
7th June 2010: 6th Vice Chancellors Media briefing
The 6th monthly media briefing featured the Faculty of Forestry and Nature Conservation and the Margaret Trowell Scholl of Industrial & Fine Arts. The Vice Chancellor made presentations on the programmes being run at the Makerere University Jinja Campus, and the announcement for the first intake of the Makerere University Fort Portal Campus starting August 2010 and the courses to be run. He also talked about the plan to enhance secondary education in Kabarole and surrounding districts through supplementary teaching by Fort Portal Campus students. The Vice Chancellor further clarified that apart from the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business Administration, all other MUBS programmes had not been affected by the restructuring process, and the closure of the Undergraduate applications process as of 7th June 2010. He also commended the Government interventions through funding to Faculties, and all public universities courtesy of African Development Bank grant (code-named ADB-V) aimed at institutional building.
4th June 2010: Launch of the Makerere Fact book
“FACTS ABOUT MAKERERE UNIVERSITY” the Makerere University fact book, was launched after over 15 years at an event hosted by the Planning and Development Department and presided over by the DVC-AA Prof. Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza. The fact book is aimed at providing historical data about Makerere University to support decision making, and will be used for strategic and operational planning by the different units of the University.
2nd June 2010: iLABS@MAK project end of year workshop
iLabs@MAK is a Faculty of Technology based Research Project that is carried out in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Obafemi Awolowolo University (OAU) and the University of Dar-es-salaam. The workshop saw the handover of power to the new team of student developers, in the fields of Digital Signal Processing, Control Systems, Embedded Systems and Fiber Optics.
June 2010
28th June 2010: MUSPH Communications Strategy Launch
The Vice Chancellor presided over the Launch of the Makerere University School of Public Health Communications strategy launch. The strategy is aimed at improving on the School’s stakeholder engagement and awareness of public health policy and practice.
25th June 2010: Luganda Conference
This conference held at Makerere University was aimed at showcasing research conducted on Luganda as a language as well as providing a platform for debate on how to boost it to a higher level.
21st June 2010: Meeting with Delegation from the University of Georgia
A team from the University of Georgia, USA visited Makerere University to discuss the possibility of broadening the already existing collaboration with the School of Public Health to other Faculties and Departments in Makerere University. Led by Vice President for the Research Association, Prof. David Lee, the team explained that in so doing, they aim at improving the society at large rather than just the university itself
18th June 2010: Techzine Magazine and Website Launch
The Vice Chancellor was the Chief Guest at the launch of the Techzine Magazine and Website. Techzine was established in 2009 with the aim of filling the gap between ICT service suppliers/providers and the user groups through the provision of information and a platform for dialogue and networking.
17th – 18th June 2010: 11th Scientific Conference
The Uganda Society for Health Scientists (USHS) organized the 11th Annual Scientific conference under the theme “Optimizing Care and Treatment Settings for research”. USHS has a mission to advance knowledge and seek scientific discoveries that will lead to the improved health of Ugandans. Prof. Ikoja-Odongo represented the Vice-Chancllor as the Guest of Honour.
16th June 2010: Makerere – KUC MoU signing
Makerere University and the Kenya Utalii College (KUC) signed the Memorandum of Understanding to foster partnerhip in the fields of tourism, hospitality and hotel management. The University Secretary, Mr. Kahundha Muhwezi, Prof. Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza – DVC-AA as well as KUC Principal Dr. Kenneth Ombongi signed the MoU. The move will support the Department of Geography towards an understanding that will enable the Bachelor of Tourism Management secure UNWTO TEDQUAL Certification.
14th June 2010: Management tour of the Faculty of Agriculture
The University Management paid a visit to the Faculty of Agriculture, including the Department of Food Science and Technology and Kabanyolo campus-Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute Kabanyolo (MUARIK), This was part of the Faculty’s initiative to reposition itself as a vital contributor to the University’s vision.
10th June 2010: Launch of the Master in Arts in Gender-Aware Economics
This new programme was launched by the Faculty of Economics and Management in conjunction with the UNDP. It is aimed at arming policy makers and planners with knowledge and tools to apply gender consideration in economic analysis and policymaking. Dr. Gabriel Opio, Minister of Gender Labour & Social Development and the UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative, Mr. Theophane Nikyema presided over the ceremony.
8th June 2010: Meeting with DBSA-DF team
A team from the Development Bank of South Africa met with the Vice-Chancellor to finalize all matters relating to the Masters in Infrastructure Management as well as the signed MoU between DBSA and Makerere. The meeting was also attended by Prof. Kansiime and Prof. Ddumba.
8th June 2010: Kennesaw State University (KSU) delegation visit
A team from the KSU met with the Vice-Chancellor to discuss terms of an MoU signed, for the purpose of aiding Academic Exchanges in the humanities between the two institutions.
7th June 2010: Drake University delegation visit
Prof. Baryamureeba together with Prof. Joseph Y.T. Mugisha and Dr. A. B. Rukooko welcomed the Drake University delegation led by the Provost Mr. Michael J. Renner and held cordial discussions. The visit was an expression of interest by Drake University to partner with Makerere University so as to produce students responsive to global needs.
7th June 2010: 6th Vice Chancellors Media briefing
The 6th monthly media briefing featured the Faculty of Forestry and Nature Conservation and the Margaret Trowell Scholl of Industrial & Fine Arts. The Vice Chancellor made presentations on the programmes being run at the Makerere University Jinja Campus, and the announcement for the first intake of the Makerere University Fort Portal Campus starting August 2010 and the courses to be run. He also talked about the plan to enhance secondary education in Kabarole and surrounding districts through supplementary teaching by Fort Portal Campus students. The Vice Chancellor further clarified that apart from the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business Administration, all other MUBS programmes had not been affected by the restructuring process, and the closure of the Undergraduate applications process as of 7th June 2010. He also commended the Government interventions through funding to Faculties, and all public universities courtesy of African Development Bank grant (code-named ADB-V) aimed at institutional building.
4th June 2010: Launch of the Makerere Fact book
“FACTS ABOUT MAKERERE UNIVERSITY” the Makerere University fact book, was launched after over 15 years at an event hosted by the Planning and Development Department and presided over by the DVC-AA Prof. Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza. The fact book is aimed at providing historical data about Makerere University to support decision making, and will be used for strategic and operational planning by the different units of the University.
2nd June 2010: iLABS@MAK project end of year workshop
iLabs@MAK is a Faculty of Technology based Research Project that is carried out in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Obafemi Awolowolo University (OAU) and the University of Dar-es-salaam. The workshop saw the handover of power to the new team of student developers, in the fields of Digital Signal Processing, Control Systems, Embedded Systems and Fiber Optics.
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Dear Students; Class of 2025/2026
I am very delighted to welcome you to Makerere University. You are joining a Premier University and I hope you all are excited to start your new academic journey. We would like to first congratulate all of you for successfully overcoming the many challenges you have all faced, from completing high school to choosing a university and a study program and the extensive delays in the admission process you experienced.
As you are about to begin one of the most exciting times in your life, you should acknowledge and appreciate your efforts and achievements so far. I am aware that as a fresher, you are filled with hope and ambition, and I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on the road that has brought you here. I know that you have worked hard and overcome many obstacles
to reach this point. So, take a moment to savor this achievement and be proud of yourselves.
Now, as you step into the next phase of your lives, I want to remind you that this is a time of growth and exploration. You will face new challenges, make new friends, and gain experiences that will shape you into the person you will become. This is the time to embrace new opportunities, learn from your mistakes, and never stop growing.
I also want to emphasise the importance of hard work, determination, and resilience. These are the qualities that will help you overcome any obstacle and succeed in your endeavors. Remember to keep your focus on your goals and work towards them with determination.
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Transform Ivory Tower into Impact Tower – First-ever CEOs’ Summit
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September 2, 2025By
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Makerere University, through the Makerere University Convocation (MUC), has hosted the first-ever CEOs/Investors’ Round Table Summit on Tuesday, 2nd September 2025. The historic event brought together alumni, Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), and stakeholders in a distinguished assembly aimed at re-imagining the university’s role in national and continental transformation.
The Convocation, which serves as a critical forum for foresight and life-transformational dialogue, unveiled five transformative points carefully crafted to transform Makerere from a symbolic “ivory tower” into an “impact tower” that influences the country and the world more than ever before.
Government Endorsement and Call to Action
The Chief Guest, Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, was represented at the event by the 3rd Deputy Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Rukia Nakadama Isanga. She conveyed warm greetings from H.E. the President of Uganda, Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, and the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister.
She commended the Convocation for convening under the summit under a significant and timely theme: “Exploring the Opportunities for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Value Creation for Accelerated Socio-Economic Integration and Development of Sub-Saharan Africa.”

She described the summit as not just a gathering but a journey and a call to action, urging academia, industry, and government to align efforts with Uganda’s and Africa’s transformation priorities.
Framing her remarks around the World Bank’s guiding principles—Trust, Humility, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Knowledge—she explained:
- “Trust must be built between government, academia, and business… the gathering reflects the trust in CEOs and investors to walk this journey together.”
- “Humility requires listening and learning, recognizing that no single institution has all the answers.”
- “Inclusion reminds us that no youth, woman, or marginalized group should be left behind in transformation.”
- “Collaboration is the currency of progress, necessary for solving complex challenges across sectors.”
- “Knowledge remains our greatest asset, with Makerere University demonstrating its importance in moving from ivory towers to communities to transform lives.”

She then unveiled a “massive transformation purpose”, commissioning five working teams led by CEOs and investors. The teams, nominated lead persons, and their respective objectives included:
- From Ivory Tower to Impact Tower – Dr. Patricia Ojangole (UDB) with Patrick Ayota (NSSF), translating research into market-ready innovations.
- Diaspora Dividend vs Brain Drain – Jennifer Bamuturaki (Uganda Airlines) with Michael Mugabi (Housing Finance Bank), harnessing diaspora capital, skills, and mentorship.
- Intergenerational Knowledge Bridges – Fabian Kasi (Centenary Bank) with Ajay Kumar (Quality Chemicals), institutionalizing mentorship and reverse mentorship.
- Climate and Infrastructure Leadership – Proscovia Nabbanja (UNOC) with Silver Mugisha (NWSC), anchoring research in energy security, green transition, and infrastructure.
- Pan-African Digital and AI Advantage – Sylvia Mulinge (MTN Uganda) with Mumba Kalifungwa (Stanbic Bank), positioning Makerere as Africa’s digital and AI hub.
She pledged full government support, noting that the teams would convene in the Office of the President. “This summit is not ceremonial but a covenant,” she stressed.
The Minister’s Reflection
Hon. Balaam Barugahara, State Minister for Gender, Labour and Social Development in charge of Children and Youth Affairs, emphasized that the summit was not a party but a process of transformation.

Drawing from personal experience, he recalled joining Makerere in 2000 and completing his degree in seven years due to balancing work, hustling for fees, and studying. He praised the university’s role in shaping his success and highlighted recent developments such as the renovation of Mary Stuart Hall and revamping the Main and Western gates, as milestones that have enhanced Makerere’s image. He equally applauded the curbing of staff and student unrest.
He noted that the summit aimed to facilitate networking, mentorship, career opportunities, and university development, signalling collective commitment to Uganda’s transformation.
Council’s Vision: A Legacy Re-imagined
Representing Makerere University Council Chairperson Ms. Lorna Magara, Prof. Sarah Ssali described the summit as a “historic alumni CEO investor round table” and a reaffirmation of Makerere’s role in Africa’s development. She described the university as a “cradle of leadership, innovation and resilience”, noting that the gathering’s objectives included fostering partnerships, showcasing research, launching a fundraising drive, and strengthening alumni engagement. Prof. Ssali emphasized that alumni relations must go beyond occasional financial contributions during events, to continuous communication and genuine relationships. “This summit marks the start of a journey, not just an isolated event,” she reechoed.

Vice Chancellor on Unlocking Makerere’s Potential
Reflecting on the theme of his bid for the Office of Vice Chancellor, “Unlocking the Potential of Makerere University,” Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe noted that while many only celebrate the absence of strikes, behind the calmness is a vibrant transformation.
He highlighted Makerere’s alumni strength, with over 20,000 CEOs globally, and underscored their contributions to Uganda’s economy, governance, health, sports, and research. “What would Uganda do without Makerere?” he pondered. Prof. Nawangwe quickly added that the moment was ripe for Makerere to collaborate more with diaspora alumni so as to tap into fast-evolving niches such as blockchain.

Convocation’s Strategic Role
MUC Chairperson CPA George Mugabi Turyamureeba outlined the Convocation’s mission to support the university’s growth and well-being. He highlighted innovations such as the Convocation House, the annual luncheon for first-class graduates and their parents, mentorship programs, and the MUC SACCO as initiatives that his team had established and promoted during the term so far. The Chairperson nevertheless urged the CEOs present to enable the Convocation have greater impact collaborating on existing as well as envisaged projects such as the Convocation Innovation Centre.

Adding her voice, Vice Chairperson Ms. Grace Cherotich Ruto urged participants—described as “movers and shakers” of Uganda’s economy—to ensure that their decisions today would be celebrated by future generations.

Keynote Address: The Journey’s Just Began
In his keynote, Dr. Peter Kimbowa, Founder and Board Chair of the CEO Summit and Makerere alumnus, congratulated his alma mater on the initiative and reaffirmed the Convocation’s strategic role.
He emphasized that the Round Table Summit should not be seen as a one-time event but as an ongoing journey, echoing American Football Player Jalen Hurts’ mantra: “There’s no arrival. Only the journey.” Dr. Kimbowa defined the Convocation as a community of leaders, alumni, and faculty united by heritage and vision. He described it as a bridge connecting:
- The past to the future,
- Business and industry to academia, and
- Learning to market needs.

He stressed that the Convocation’s ultimate goal was to transform Makerere into a self-sustaining engine of innovation, opportunity, and national transformation. Drawing on corporate insights, he challenged participants to always ask “what is the next opportunity?” and warned against complacency. He unpacked the massive transformation purpose structured around five working teams which MUC has developed, whereby corporate chief executives from Uganda are called upon to lead collaboration with the university. He highlighted the importance of mobilizing talent to connect with successful Ugandan alumni, underscoring the need for local CEOs to harness talent in the diaspora. He emphasized deliberate action, mobilization of global alumni talent, and collaboration between CEOs and the university to sustain transformation

Panel Discussions and Triple Helix Framework
The day’s panel discussion featured Mr. Samuel Mwogeza (Executive Director, Stanbic Bank), Mr. Peter Sibukule (Headmaster, Busoga College Mwiri), Mr. Clovice Bright Irumba (Petroleum Authority of Uganda), and Ms. Grace Cherotich.
Mr. Mwogeza stressed the need to commercialize university prototypes and ideas. He explained that banks like Stanbic use their networks to strengthen innovators’ business cases, preparing them for market entry. Mr. Sibukule on the other hand called for transformation of mindsets right from secondary school level so that students are well primed to communicate, collaborate, uphold integrity and good work attitudes over qualifications in the marketplace. Mr. Irumba highlighted efforts by the PAU to create more opportunities for Ugandan entities to get involved in the oil and gas sector thanks to gaps highlighted by a study undertaken by the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC). Ms. Cherotich on the other hand invited CEOs to take interest in research outputs of the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF) and reassured the audience of the Convocation’s readiness to provide a trusted platform for engagement with industry.

Contributing to the day’s discussion, Prof. Eriabu Lugujjo, Executive Director of the Uganda Vice Chancellors’ Forum (UVF), reminded the audience of the “Triple Helix” model and it’s underlying policy frameworks that in the recent past guided collaboration between universities, government, and the private sector. He observed Uganda’s lack of a robust framework, and called for policies that tie tax incentives to university support by corporations and other business entities.

Proceedings
The inaugural edition of the summit was moderated by Dr. Tayeebwa William from the Department of Journalism and Communication who doubles as Managing Editor Makerere University Press and Dr. Viola Karungi from the Department of Performing Arts and Film (PAF).

The PAF team took charge of the leading the anthems and day’s entertainment, which included a poetic presentation of the Makerere University Anthem.
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