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26th – 28th May 2010: Media Workshop on analytical reporting

The University Management organized a three-day workshop for journalists and media practitioners at Makerere University. The training was meant to equip the media with analytical reporting skills, so as to improve on their accuracy of reporting about items making news in Makerere.

26th May 2010: Swearing in ceremony for New Student Guild.

The Guild President-elect Shaban Senkubuge, his cabinet as well as the Guild Representative Council Members were sworn in.

25th May 2010: Director Ashinaga Uganda visit

Mr. Yukichi Okazaki Director Ashinaga Uganda visited the country to submit the Organization’s annual report to the President’s Protocol Office (H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni agreed to act as Honorary Director-General of the establishment), and as part of a longstanding relationship with the Institute of Psychology, paid a courtesy call on the Vice Chancellor. Mr. Okazaki hoped that Makerere as a center of academic excellence would collaborate with Ashinaga, especially in research on the psycho-social effects of HIV/AIDS.

21st May 2010: Library Day Celebrations

The theme of the Day was, “Makerere University Library : beyond the campus walls”, which focused on community outreach and highlighted the role of the university library in improving information service delivery beyond Makerere University. The University Library helped re-organize the Libraries of Mengo and Kitante Hill Secondary schools. Prof. J. R. Ikoja Odongo was the keynote speaker at the celebrations, which had Prof. A. B. Kasozi, Executive Director of the National Council of Higher Education as the Guest of Honor.

20th May 2010: Presentation on Thin Shell Concrete roofing

The idea of using a thin shell of concrete for the roof is innovative technology which been around since the 1970s and is partly the brain child of George Nez. George made his presentation to a group of staff and students at the Faculty of Technology. This technology employs less timber than conventional roofs, offers better fire resistance than grass-thatched roofs and is cheaper (by up to 30%) to deploy than roofing tiles.

14th May 2010: 5th MUBS Graduation Ceremony

The Makerere University Business School (MUBS) held its fifth graduation ceremony, which was presided over by the Makerere University Chancellor Prof. Mondo Kagonyera. Makerere University vice-chancellor, Prof. Venansius Baryamureeba, MUBS principal Prof. Waswa Balunywa, deans as well as Mr. Charles Mbire, who was the chief guest attended the ceremony. A total of 896 students (529 female) graduated in various disciplines.

13th May 2010: Launch of the Pan-African e-network project

The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Governments of Uganda and India led to the implementation the Pan-African E-network Project at FCIT, Makerere University. The implementation of this project in Uganda is being coordinated by the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) together with Telecommunication Consults of India Limited (TCIL and is carried out in partnership with Amity University, Uttar Pradesh (AUUP), India. Mr. Patrick Mwesigwa, Acting Executive Director, Uganda Communications Commission, represented Hon. Aggrey Awori, Minister of ICT.

13th May 2010: Workshop for Media on Reforms at Makerere

The University Management organized a half-day workshop for Media representatives on reforms at Makerere University, as well as strategies put in place to ensure improved management of Academic Processes. Strategies addressed touched on Application, Registration, Teaching and Learning, access to exam results and Appeals.

12th May 2010: MISR dissemination on state of Ugandan Basic Education

The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) in partnership with development partners launched the Quality Enhancement Initiative (QEI) in a bid to enhance the quality of primary education in 12 poorly performing districts. Evidence Based Findings on the State of Basic Education in Uganda’s Poorly Performing Districts were disseminated. A Forum for Discussion on the Bottlenecks Facing the Primary Education Sub-Sector in Uganda was also hosted.

11th May 2010: Visit by National Science Foundation (NSF) delegation

Dr. Zakya H. Kafafi, Divisional Director NSF led a team that met with Prof. Baryamureeba to discuss the possibilities of developing an advanced materials institute between US and Africa, with Makerere being considered as a likely host. NSF is very interested in supporting activities to create a highly stimulating intellectual environment, where advanced African and US students jointly engage in collaborative learning of specialized materials research concepts, focused on energy and sustainability.

7th May 2010: EAC Sensitization Workshop

The East African Community (EAC) Sensitization workshop was geared towards helping students and academic members of staff understand exactly what the EAC was, what it was doing to attain its goal of formation of a community and also act as an invaluable source of feedback on what can be improved within this effort. The First Deputy Prime Minster and Minister of East African Community Affairs Hon. Eriya Kategaya and Hon Beatrice Kiraso, EAC Deputy Secretary General made presentations at the gathering.

6th May 2010: WAMY Secretary General’s visit

The World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY) is an Islamic educational organization whose stated purpose is to establish a platform where Muslim youth can get together in an Islamic environment. The visit by the Secretary General H.E. Dr. Swaleh El-Uhaibiy, was significant in reinforcing WAMY’s commitment in a Memorandum of Understanding signed between Makerere and WAMY to help the School of Education with the growth and development of Arabic.

5th May 2010: MISR Dissemination Workshop

With the support of the Think Tank Initiative and Kabano Research and Development (KRDC), Makerere Institute of Social Research (MISR) disseminated results of the Global Competitiveness Survey in a half day workshop. The information used to come up with the report was collected through the Executive Opinion Survey conducted annually from business executives in over 130 countries, including Uganda.

3rd – 14th May 2010: 2nd E.A Training by HURIPEC

The Human Rights and Peace Centre (HURIPEC) of Makerere University, Uganda successfully organized the second Eastern Africa Training School on Law, Human Rights and HIV/AIDS (EASLHRA). Funded by the Open Society Initiative for East Africa (OSIEA), the two-week training school seeks to build the capacity of African lawyers in the technical and juridical aspects of Law, Human Rights and HIV/AIDS and to introduce selected participants to the various medical, public health, political and socio-cultural nuances that are at play in this growing area of jurisprudence.

3rd May 2010: BoU unveils the new bank notes

Bank of Uganda unveiled a New Family of Bank Notes, which benefited from designs by the ADCC. The Art and Design Consortium Consultants (ADCC) is made up of celebrated Ugandan Artists, designers and researchers. Its members are Assoc. Prof. George Kyeyune, Mr. Ssematimba Joseph, Mr. Sserunjogi Patrick, Mr. Nsereko Raymond – all lecturers at the Makerere University School of Industrial and Fine Arts ; Mr. Mutungi Emmanuel-PhD student Makerere University School of Industrial and Fine Arts and lecturer at Kyambogo University and Hon. Gen. Elly Tumwine – Patron of Uganda Artists Association

3rd May 2010: 5th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

The 5th monthly media briefing highlighted the progress made by the University Management in the last six months (since November 2009) including challenges and the future outlook.

May 2010

26th – 28th May 2010: Media Workshop on analytical reporting

The University Management organized a three-day workshop for journalists and media practitioners at Makerere University. The training was meant to equip the media with analytical reporting skills, so as to improve on their accuracy of reporting about items making news in Makerere.

26th May 2010: Swearing in ceremony for New Student Guild.

The Guild President-elect Shaban Senkubuge, his cabinet as well as the Guild Representative Council Members were sworn in.

25th May 2010: Director Ashinaga Uganda visit

Mr. Yukichi Okazaki Director Ashinaga Uganda visited the country to submit the Organization’s annual report to the President’s Protocol Office (H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni agreed to act as Honorary Director-General of the establishment), and as part of a longstanding relationship with the Institute of Psychology, paid a courtesy call on the Vice Chancellor. Mr. Okazaki hoped that Makerere as a center of academic excellence would collaborate with Ashinaga, especially in research on the psycho-social effects of HIV/AIDS.

21st May 2010: Library Day Celebrations

The theme of the Day was, “Makerere University Library : beyond the campus walls”, which focused on community outreach and highlighted the role of the university library in improving information service delivery beyond Makerere University. The University Library helped re-organize the Libraries of Mengo and Kitante Hill Secondary schools. Prof. J. R. Ikoja Odongo was the keynote speaker at the celebrations, which had Prof. A. B. Kasozi, Executive Director of the National Council of Higher Education as the Guest of Honor.

20th May 2010: Presentation on Thin Shell Concrete roofing

The idea of using a thin shell of concrete for the roof is innovative technology which been around since the 1970s and is partly the brain child of George Nez. George made his presentation to a group of staff and students at the Faculty of Technology. This technology employs less timber than conventional roofs, offers better fire resistance than grass-thatched roofs and is cheaper (by up to 30%) to deploy than roofing tiles.

14th May 2010: 5th MUBS Graduation Ceremony

The Makerere University Business School (MUBS) held its fifth graduation ceremony, which was presided over by the Makerere University Chancellor Prof. Mondo Kagonyera. Makerere University vice-chancellor, Prof. Venansius Baryamureeba, MUBS principal Prof. Waswa Balunywa, deans as well as Mr. Charles Mbire, who was the chief guest attended the ceremony. A total of 896 students (529 female) graduated in various disciplines.

13th May 2010: Launch of the Pan-African e-network project

The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Governments of Uganda and India led to the implementation the Pan-African E-network Project at FCIT, Makerere University. The implementation of this project in Uganda is being coordinated by the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) together with Telecommunication Consults of India Limited (TCIL and is carried out in partnership with Amity University, Uttar Pradesh (AUUP), India. Mr. Patrick Mwesigwa, Acting Executive Director, Uganda Communications Commission, represented Hon. Aggrey Awori, Minister of ICT.

13th May 2010: Workshop for Media on Reforms at Makerere

The University Management organized a half-day workshop for Media representatives on reforms at Makerere University, as well as strategies put in place to ensure improved management of Academic Processes. Strategies addressed touched on Application, Registration, Teaching and Learning, access to exam results and Appeals.

12th May 2010: MISR dissemination on state of Ugandan Basic Education

The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) in partnership with development partners launched the Quality Enhancement Initiative (QEI) in a bid to enhance the quality of primary education in 12 poorly performing districts. Evidence Based Findings on the State of Basic Education in Uganda’s Poorly Performing Districts were disseminated. A Forum for Discussion on the Bottlenecks Facing the Primary Education Sub-Sector in Uganda was also hosted.

11th May 2010: Visit by National Science Foundation (NSF) delegation

Dr. Zakya H. Kafafi, Divisional Director NSF led a team that met with Prof. Baryamureeba to discuss the possibilities of developing an advanced materials institute between US and Africa, with Makerere being considered as a likely host. NSF is very interested in supporting activities to create a highly stimulating intellectual environment, where advanced African and US students jointly engage in collaborative learning of specialized materials research concepts, focused on energy and sustainability.

7th May 2010: EAC Sensitization Workshop

The East African Community (EAC) Sensitization workshop was geared towards helping students and academic members of staff understand exactly what the EAC was, what it was doing to attain its goal of formation of a community and also act as an invaluable source of feedback on what can be improved within this effort. The First Deputy Prime Minster and Minister of East African Community Affairs Hon. Eriya Kategaya and Hon Beatrice Kiraso, EAC Deputy Secretary General made presentations at the gathering.

6th May 2010: WAMY Secretary General’s visit

The World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY) is an Islamic educational organization whose stated purpose is to establish a platform where Muslim youth can get together in an Islamic environment. The visit by the Secretary General H.E. Dr. Swaleh El-Uhaibiy, was significant in reinforcing WAMY’s commitment in a Memorandum of Understanding signed between Makerere and WAMY to help the School of Education with the growth and development of Arabic.

5th May 2010: MISR Dissemination Workshop

With the support of the Think Tank Initiative and Kabano Research and Development (KRDC), Makerere Institute of Social Research (MISR) disseminated results of the Global Competitiveness Survey in a half day workshop. The information used to come up with the report was collected through the Executive Opinion Survey conducted annually from business executives in over 130 countries, including Uganda.

3rd – 14th May 2010: 2nd E.A Training by HURIPEC

The Human Rights and Peace Centre (HURIPEC) of Makerere University, Uganda successfully organized the second Eastern Africa Training School on Law, Human Rights and HIV/AIDS (EASLHRA). Funded by the Open Society Initiative for East Africa (OSIEA), the two-week training school seeks to build the capacity of African lawyers in the technical and juridical aspects of Law, Human Rights and HIV/AIDS and to introduce selected participants to the various medical, public health, political and socio-cultural nuances that are at play in this growing area of jurisprudence.

3rd May 2010: BoU unveils the new bank notes

Bank of Uganda unveiled a New Family of Bank Notes, which benefited from designs by the ADCC. The Art and Design Consortium Consultants (ADCC) is made up of celebrated Ugandan Artists, designers and researchers. Its members are Assoc. Prof. George Kyeyune, Mr. Ssematimba Joseph, Mr. Sserunjogi Patrick, Mr. Nsereko Raymond – all lecturers at the Makerere University School of Industrial and Fine Arts ; Mr. Mutungi Emmanuel-PhD student Makerere University School of Industrial and Fine Arts and lecturer at Kyambogo University and Hon. Gen. Elly Tumwine – Patron of Uganda Artists Association

3rd May 2010: 5th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

The 5th monthly media briefing highlighted the progress made by the University Management in the last six months (since November 2009) including challenges and the future outlook.

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Uhuru Kenyatta, African Leaders Inspire Youth at Guild Leaders’ Summit

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Second Annual Guild Leaders’ Summit, organized by the Guild Presidents Leadership Academy, keynote address by Former President of Kenya, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, 24th April 2025, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

In a vibrant celebration of youth leadership and African unity, Makerere University hosted the Second Annual Guild Leaders’ Summit, an event that brought together high-profile dignitaries, student leaders, and international partners for a powerful dialogue on the future of the continent. The summit, organized by the Guild Presidents Leadership Academy, served as a rallying point for East Africa’s young leaders to confront Africa’s most urgent challenges—on their own terms and with their own solutions.

A Warm Welcome and Reflections on Makerere’s Legacy

The Vice Chancellor, Professor Barnabas Nawangwe, welcomed the distinguished guests, who included Former President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya, Uganda’s Vice President H.E. Jessica Alupo, former Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Ruhakana Rugunda, Justice Simon Byabakama, Hon. Mathew Rukikaire, and European Union Deputy Ambassador Mr. Guillaume Chartrain, among others.

In his address, Prof. Nawangwe reflected on Makerere’s deep historical ties to East Africa’s liberation and development movements. He reminded the audience that Makerere University has been a crucible for the continent’s leadership, stating:

“Jomo Kenyatta was the first person to receive a degree from Makerere when, in 1963, he was awarded an honorary doctorate by then Chancellor Julius Nyerere. All freedom fighters in East Africa studied at Makerere.”

H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta is received upon arrival at Makerere University by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe. Second Annual Guild Leaders’ Summit, organized by the Guild Presidents Leadership Academy, keynote address by Former President of Kenya, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, 24th April 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta is received upon arrival at Makerere University by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe.

Building on this rich history, Prof. Nawangwe affirmed the university’s current mission to tackle pressing continental issues. “Today,” he said, “Makerere is committed to addressing Africa’s challenges—climate change, disease, poverty, food security, conflict resolution, and economic development. But we cannot do this alone.”

He echoed sentiments later shared by the keynote speaker, stressing that Africa must no longer depend on external interventions:

“Foreign agencies will not solve all Africa’s problems. It is our young people who must step forward and lead the change.”

Uhuru Kenyatta: “You Are the Last Line of Defence”

In a keynote address that resonated deeply with the students and delegates in attendance, Former President Uhuru Kenyatta issued a bold and urgent call to action for Africa’s youth.

“No one is coming to save us,” Kenyatta declared. “You are the last line of defence in the battle to rescue the heart and soul of Africa.”

H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta (2nd Right) poses for a group photo during the courtesy call on the Vice Chancellor with Left to Right: Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Ms. Sarah Kagingo and Guild President-H.E. Churchill James Ssentamu. Second Annual Guild Leaders’ Summit, organized by the Guild Presidents Leadership Academy, keynote address by Former President of Kenya, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, 24th April 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta (2nd Right) poses for a group photo during the courtesy call on the Vice Chancellor with Left to Right: Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Ms. Sarah Kagingo and Guild President-H.E. Churchill James Ssentamu.

Positioning today’s youth as the heirs of the continent’s freedom fighters, Kenyatta described the current moment as a new “independence era”—not of political liberation, but of economic and intellectual sovereignty. He urged students to think critically about intra-African trade, which currently accounts for less than 2.5% of global commerce, and to advocate for the removal of internal barriers to trade, innovation, and mobility.

“You are the freedom fighters of this generation,” he said. “Universities must be incubators of change, and students must be the trustees of tomorrow’s Africa.”

Pan-Africanism, Leadership, and Action

Uganda’s Vice President H.E. Jessica Alupo encouraged students to take up the mantle of Pan-Africanism with unwavering commitment. She acknowledged that while the rhetoric of African unity is inspiring, real progress demands more than words:

Left to Right: The Vice President-H.E. Jessica Alupo, Prime Minister Emeritus-Hon. Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda, Hon. Matthew Rukikaire and other dignitaries follow proceedings. Second Annual Guild Leaders’ Summit, organized by the Guild Presidents Leadership Academy, keynote address by Former President of Kenya, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, 24th April 2025, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
Left to Right: The Vice President-H.E. Jessica Alupo, Prime Minister Emeritus-Hon. Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda, Hon. Matthew Rukikaire and other dignitaries follow proceedings.

“You must embrace the spirit of Pan-Africanism. But it is easy to say these words—the challenge lies in collective implementation.”

She emphasized the importance of action-oriented leadership and urged the youth to harness their creativity, energy, and education for the benefit of the continent.

European Union’s Message: Leadership with Integrity

Representing Team Europe, the EU Deputy Ambassador to Uganda, Mr. Guillaume Chartrain, gave a passionate speech on the values of authentic leadership, integrity, and inclusive development. He praised Makerere University as a space where “intellectual ambition meets civic responsibility” and emphasized that leadership is not about prestige, but purpose:

“Be a leader because of what you want to be—not because of what you want to have,” he said.

Citing former Makerere alumni such as Julius Nyerere and Wangari Maathai, Chartrain called on students to model courage, resilience, and humility:

“True leadership emerges in moments of loss—when resilience, not triumph, becomes the measure of one’s character.”

The EU, he said, remains committed to supporting youth through programs like Erasmus+, the EU Youth Sounding Board, and partnerships with organizations like Faraja Africa Foundation and Restless Development. These initiatives empower youth not as symbols, but as active participants in shaping policy and governance.

The Legacy Continues

Throughout the summit, speakers highlighted the importance of legacy and long-term impact. They challenged young leaders to think not just about the present, but about the systems and institutions they will leave behind. In the words of Former President Kenyatta:

“Leadership is not about the next election. It’s about the next generation.”

The summit ended on a high note, with students invigorated and inspired to lead with purpose. As global support grows less predictable and Africa stands at a crossroads, the message from Makerere was clear: the future of the continent is in the hands of its youth. And as the Guild Leaders’ Summit demonstrated, they are ready.

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Admission Lists for Diploma Holders under Government Sponsorship for 2025/2026 AY

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One of the First Class Graduands Shafik Senkubuge (2nd Right) in a group photo with part of the BEHS Class of 2024. 74th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences (CHS), 29th January 2024, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Diploma holders admitted under the Government Sponsorship Scheme for the Academic Year 2025/2026.

Under the Diploma Holders Government Sponsorship Scheme admission does not exceed 5% of the intake capacity to the respective Degree Programme.

The list can be accessed by following the link below:

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Call For Applications: AlphaFold Workshop Uganda 2025

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Are you a researcher or student working in protein-related research, structural biology, or bioinformatics?

The African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data Intensive Sciences (ACE) Uganda with support from Google DeepMind, invites researchers and students seeking to integrate AlphaFold into their work to apply for the AlphaFold Workshop to be held at the Infectious Diseases Institute, Makerere University-Kampala, Uganda from 16th to 20th June 2025.

Deadline: 30th April 2025

Apply here: AlphaFold Workshop – Uganda 2025

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