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Mak-SLU train first Innovative Doctoral Students’ Cohort

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12 years ago

July 1, 2014

Mark Wamai

Participants in the Mak-SLU 1st Innovative Doctoral Education for Global Food Security Project pose with the DVCAA-Dr. Ernest Okello Ogwang, Director DRGT-Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza, University Librarian-Prof. Maria Musoke and SLU Staff at the Dinner, 20th June 2014, Lawns Kololo

The first cohort of students under the ‘Innovative Doctoral Education for Global Food Security’ Project successfully completed their training in Library and other skills at Makerere University. The group was treated to a farewell dinner at the Lawns in Kampala on 27th June 2014, with participants from the Sweden, three African Satellite Universities and Makerere University.

Speaking at the event the Director of the Directorate of Research and Graduate Training, Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza, was grateful for the partnership, which he described as a worthwhile venture in advancing graduate studies and enhancing skills across the continent.

The Deputy Vice Chancellor in Charge of Academic Affairs, Dr. Ernest Okello Ogwang who was the Chief Guest commended the innovation. “Library is the engine of the University. By training key resource persons in Library and other skills, you are securing the sustainability of quality work for many generations to come,” he said.

The participants were also treated to a captivating performance from the Swedish team as they sang merrily and danced to a Swedish traditional song in commemoration of the longest day of the Year. On behalf of the participants, Ms. Rebecca from Malawi thanked the facilitators. "You have built our lives throughout this three-week course. The knowledge and skills we have gained today, will not only help us in our professions, but in our lives as well," she said amidst applause.

Innovative Doctoral Education for Global Food Security is a joint project between the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) and Makerere University focused on development and performance of courses for doctoral students and workshops for senior staff.

Under this project SLU and Makerere University jointly develop and perform courses and workshops for up to 40 participants from Makerere, SLU, Nigeria, Tanzania, Rwanda and Malawi.

By Marion Alina, Public Relations Office

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Diploma Holders Admission Lists under Government Sponsorship for 2026/2027 AY

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19 hours ago

April 28, 2026

Mak Editor

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Diploma holders admitted under the Government Sponsorship Scheme for the Academic Year 2026/2027.

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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National Merit Scholarship Undergraduate Admission List 2026/2027

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5 days ago

April 24, 2026

Mak Editor

University Road. Photo taken on 1st April 2026.

The Office of the Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released admission lists for Government sponsored students for the Academic Year 2025/2026. The Office has also released Cut Off Points for Government Admissions.

Below are lists of candidates admitted to the respective courses tenable at Makerere University and Makerere University Business School:

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Makerere University Inaugurates 2nd Health User Committee

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1 week ago

April 21, 2026

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Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (C) with L-R: Ms. Kevin Nabiryo, Mr. Godfrey Othieno, Dr. Allen Kabagenyi, Dr. Daniel Ruhweza, Dr. Lillian Tukahirwa and Prof. Josaphat Byamugisha after the inauguration on 20th April 2026. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe inaugurates Second Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC) chaired by Dr. Allen Kabagenyi, 20th April 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe on 20^th April 2026 inaugurated the Second Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC). The Committee was established by the Vice Chancellor in 2022 as part of his strategic mandate to strengthen and oversee the University Hospital services delivery.

Chaired by Dr. Allen Kabagenyi from the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS), Mak-HUC has as its members; Prof. Josaphat K. Byamugisha-Director Makerere University Health Services (MakHS) and Dr. Daniel Ronald Ruhweza-Department of Law and Jurisprudence, School of Law.

Other members include; Dr. Arthur Kwizera-Department of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, College of Health Sciences (CHS) and Makerere University Academic Staff Association (MUASA) Representative, Dr. Lillian Tukahirwa-Makerere University Administrative Staff Association (MASA) Representative, Mr. Godfrey Othieno- National Union of Educational Institutions (NUEI) Representative, and as Secretariat, Ms. Kevin M. Nabiryo-Directorate of Human Resources.

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe inaugurates Second Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC) chaired by Dr. Allen Kabagenyi, 20th April 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (C) interacts with members of the 2nd Mak-HUC.***

The 2^nd Mak-HUC has been appointed for a period of four years effective 1^st January 2026 with a mandate to: Guide, monitor and oversee delivery of health services by MakHS; Represent the interests and concerns of staff and students that use MakHS; Advise on alignment with sustainable health financing and insurance models; Strengthen systems for fraud prevention, digital transformation and access to specialized treatment, among other responsibilities.

The 1^st Mak-HUC was chaired by Dr. Allen Kabagenyi and had as members; Prof. Josaphat Byamugisha, Dr. Fred Mayambala, Dr. Zahara Nampewo, Mr. Othieno Godfrey, Mr. Apunyo Paul Okiria and Ms. Ikiriza Racheal. Milestones during the first era included; Outpatient Department visits growth from 4,802 (2022) to 7,388 (Nov 2025) for staff and 14,641 (2022) to 19,069 (Nov 2025) for students.

Others milestones included; Commissioning of a fully equipped Operating Theatre, Establishment of a modern Imaging Hub, Development of a fully functional Audiology Unit, Expansion of the Temporal Bone Laboratory, Launch of the Olink Proteomics Platform and Enhancement of the Dental Unit with 32 dental chairs and experienced personnel.