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Startup Funding from SeedStars World

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12 years ago

June 19, 2014

Mark Wamai

College of Engineering, Design, Art & Technology (CEDAT) Students at the 2nd Annual Open Day, 5th October 2012, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda

Outbox, with support from Google, has organised a startup pitching competition known as SeedStars world, to seek for the most promising startup in Kampala's ecosystem, to travel to Switzerland, meet with European investors and stand to win up-to USD 500,000.

What is Seedstars?
Seed stars <http://www.seedstarsworld.com/> is a world-wide start-up competition that seeks to discover startups in emerging and fast growing markets, providing them an opportunity to meet with European Investors.

SeedStars' first event is on 27th June 2014 in Kampala, Uganda.

Why Seedstars?
Funded startups are still few and far between in Sub Saharan Africa. This looks like a good opportunity to bring to tech entrepreneurs in Africa.

What does it take to participate?

The criteria for participation is:
+ Founding data < 2 years
+ Received investment < USD 500K
+ Have an MVP
+ For profit
+ Potential to be global

How can i apply?
If you have what is takes, you can apply by visiting http://www.seedstarsworld.com/event/seedstars_kampala-2014

Deadline for application is June 18th 2014. For any inquries, please send an email to zulu@outbox.co.ug

What can you do to help?
+ You can share this with a startup you believe meets the criteria and is interested in participating.
+ Share this news within your network using the #sswkampala hashtag on Google+, Facebook and Twitter.
+ You can come on board to sponsor the event.

More about Seedstars
Have a look at the following online resources to know more about Seed Stars:
+ Last year's documentary http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXg2W7iaBnA
+ Teaser for 2014 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZK0qTmqR2g8
+ More videos from 2013 http://www.seedstars.tv/
+ Pictures from the final event in Geneva http://www.flickr.com/photos/116438385@N05/sets/
+ Articles about Seed stars world http://ventureburn.com/2014/01/meet-the-20-startups-competing-in-seedstar-world-finals/

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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2 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.

BENEFITS

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

Apply now

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Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027

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2 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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