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.
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.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe on 20th 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.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (C) interacts with members of the 2nd Mak-HUC.
The 2nd Mak-HUC has been appointed for a period of four years effective 1st 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 1st 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.
All applications must be submitted electronically via the Makerere University Electronic Human Resource Management System through the above link (ehrms). Applicants will be required to provide the necessary information on the ehrms and attach the following documents:
An application letter clearly stating the job applied for and duly signed by the applicant.
An up-to-date curriculum vitae. The curriculum must also state the names and addresses of at least three referees.
Copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
A minimum of three recommendation letters duly signed by the referees.
The application should be addressed to:
The Chief Human Resource Officer Makerere University P.O. Box 7062 Kampala