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3rd Annual USAID HESN Photo Contest

Published

10 years ago

September 30, 2015

Mark Wamai

Every summer, students and faculty from the eight Higher Education Solutions Network (HESN) Development Labs venture out into the world, serving as ambassadors of science and innovation to partner with communities and tackle the world's toughest development challenges. Our network engages in a variety of activities, from innovation design summits to conducting rigorous research to broaden our understanding of modern-day development.

The HESN Photo Contest is an opportunity to showcase our network's stories. All photos are uploaded onto the Global Development Lab's Flickr album for the public-eye to see. Last year's album was seen by over 6,000 viewers!

This year's prizes are:

First place: $500
Second place: $300
Third place: $150

Additionally, your photo has the chance to be featured (with credit) on USAID's website and public outreach documents.

The contest closes on October 4th – apply now!

Submission guidelines:

Accepted formats: high quality JPG and PNG
High-resolution photos that are at least 1600 pixels long, which is about 200 pixels per inch (ppi). Please send us the highest resolution version of the photo you have (at least 1 MB). If you are using Photoshop, please send only level 7 or higher compressed photos.
Only 3 photos per contestant will be accepted; if you submit more than 3, photo contest administrators will choose 3 for you
Photos must each be an original submission (submitted by photographer or with permission)
Photos must each include a credit: name of photographer and Development Lab affiliation (if applicable), and the names of any people featured in the photograph.
Photos must have a caption, which includes a description of what is going on in the photo, who is involved, where and when it was taken (country tag is especially important), and how it is a part of or relates to HESN
Photos should tell the story of HESN, the photographer, and his/her accomplishments

To submit a photo, please send the photo(s) attached and required information to HESNphotos@gmail.com. Photo submissions due by Sunday, October 4th.

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

Published

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

See downloads for details

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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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