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President Museveni launches Great Lakes Students’ Union

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13 years ago

July 12, 2013

President Yoweri Museveni launched the Great Lakes Students’ Union (GLSU) at Makerere University on 12th July 2013; with a call to the youth to look at society from a global perspective. The Head of State decried the traditional arrangement of society into tribes and clans, arguing that Africa has only four language groups as opposed to the misrepresentation that the continent is divided into many tribes. He described these groups as the Niger-Congo group; the Nilo-Sahara group; the Afro-Asiatic group and the Bushmen.

“The Youth in Africa are in a crisis. There are so many things pulling you. You will be lost if you do not find your socio-political campus. Many of the African leaders were young at the time of independence. They failed partly because they did not embrace integration,” he said.

His Excellency was grateful to the strides made towards economic integration in the East African community, adding that efforts towards political integration were in high gear.

The GLSU comprises of student leaders from Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo and Southern Sudan. One of the GLSU leaders, David Lewis, emphasized that the Youth are keen to embrace regional integration as a mighty weapon at their disposal.

Prof. JYT Mugisha, who spoke on behalf of the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, thanked the students for this initiative, adding that Makerere University will always be available for more of their activities. Similar conventions will be held on a rotational basis in the various participating countries.

For more information, follow the link below:
http://events.mak.ac.ug/events/launching-first-annual-convention-great-lakes-students%E2%80%99-union

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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4 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.

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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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4 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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