On the second day of the graduation ceremony at Makerere University, 22nd January 2015, the overall student in Humanities, Luke Sewante, graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Leadership and Governance. Mr. Sewante attained a first class degree with a CGPA of 4.81 from Makerere University Business School. He was accompanied by his parents who were filled with joy at his achievement. Sewante was presented with a cash prize of one million shillings, a plaque and souvenir items from the Makerere University convocation.
Graduands from Makerere University Business School (MUBS) and Makerere University College of Education and External Studies (CEES) graduated with diplomas, degrees and PhDs in their respective disciplines.
The Makerere University Chancellor Prof. George Mondo Kagonyera congratulated them upon reaching this coveted milestone in their academic journey and advised them to always value the degrees attained. “I urge you to accord respect to the degrees you have attained because a degree is what differentiates you from other people. You should therefore give it the respect it deserves,” he cautioned.
Prof. Kagonyera emphasized discipline among graduates as one of the important soft skills a person must acquire. He added that attaining discipline is fundamental to development. “The only way we can develop and expand our job environment is through prudent management of soft skills like discipline,” he added.
The Vice Chancellor Prof. John Ddumba-Ssentamu, was grateful that Makerere University is on a steady path towards becoming research led. “I am happy to note that Makerere University has continued to have an edge in postgraduate training in the region. Throughout this graduation ceremony, one thousand two hundred and fifteen students will attain Masters Degrees while 67 with receive their PhDs. Makerere University is proud of these statistics especially as we continue on our path to being a research-led university. Makerere University is determined to differentiate herself from other institutions by advancing basic and applied research in Humanities, Science and Technology,” he emphasized.
The Vice Chancellor appreciated the Government of Uganda and Development Partners for the continued support to Institutions of higher learning in the area of staff training, development and research.
In his parting remarks, the Vice Chancellor cautioned all graduates gainfully apply the acquired knowledge for the benefit of society.
The 65th graduation ceremony will proceed to day three.
The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Successful appeals and supplementary lists. Below is a list arising from appeals of Government Sponsored candidates who have been admitted:
Makerere University and DFCU Bank have today signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster innovation, student leadership, research and community impact initiatives.
The collaboration which will see the equipping of the Disability Support center for students living with disabilities through the MAK run and more leadership trainings for students will begin this July.
“The MoU will strengthen research collaborations across sectors like agriculture and health and it will also support the Mutebile Centre to assist private sector growth, which is crucial in lifting Africa out of poverty,” said Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (R) flanked by Mr. Charles Mudiwa (L) makes his remarks at the MoU signing ceremony.
Speaking during the event, Mr. Charles M. Mudiwa, the DFCU Bank Chief Executive Officer, welcomed the move, noting its alignment with the bank’s mission to transform lives and support national development through four pillars: funding, financial inclusion, enterprise development, and vocational education.
“This MoU crowns years of effort and shared intent between our institutions,” he stated. Mr. Mudiwa highlighted the bank’s commitment to skilling youth through internships, curriculum development, and support for innovation hubs and centres of excellence at the university. “We consume the graduates of Makerere. In our most recent graduate intake of 87, 60% were Makerere alumni. The bank allocates around 30 internship positions annually to equip young people with the skills necessary for future roles within the institution,” Mr. Mudiwa, noted.
Representing the student body, Guild President His Excellency, Sentamu Churchill James, commended the partnership as a timely intervention that will empower youth, support SMEs, and expand internship and leadership development opportunities.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd L) presents a framed portrait of the Main Building to Mr. Charles Mudiwa (C) as L-R: University Secretary-Mr. Yusuf Kiranda, 91st Guild President-H.E. Ssentamu Churchill James and Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration)-Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta witness.
“Students are the heartbeat of the university. This collaboration will empower youth and strengthen their role in national development,” His Excellency Ssentamu, said.
About MAK RUN 2025
The Makerere Run 2025 (#MakRun2025), hosted by the Makerere University Endowment Fund (MAKEF) on 17th August 2025, returns for its fifth edition as Kampala’s premier charity marathon, uniting 8,000+ runners—students, alumni, corporate teams, and elite athletes—to tackle the city’s iconic hills under the theme “Run the Hills for the Future.” This landmark event combines competitive racing with transformative impact, channeling proceeds to strengthen Makerere University’s community programs while offering unmatched branding opportunities for partners through Kampala’s largest university-led sporting spectacle.
The Mak Run, scheduled this year for August 17th, is a flagship initiative that mobilizes students, staff, alumni, and partners to raise funds for projects such as the Disability Support Unit and the Student Centre.