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Mak to partner with UBA to promote financial literacy
Makerere University is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Uganda Bankers Association(UBA) aimed at promoting financial literacy among staff and students. The mutual partnership will also focus on incorporating financial literacy in the University curriculum and hosting of workshops/seminars.
The Uganda Bankers Association is the umbrella body of 25 commercial banks and one Development Bank operating in Uganda. The UBA member commercial banks are licensed and regulated by the Bank of Uganda under the Financial Institutions Act 2004.
Addressing the Makerere University Management, Mr. Emmanuel Turyamuhika Kikoni- the Executive Director, Uganda Bankers Association highlighted that Makerere University, with a population of over 40,000 students and staff, is one of the critical and valued strategic partners of banks. He noted that many UBA member banks are strongly represented at Makerere University; the University and its staff and students are good customers of UBA member banks as depositors, borrowers and consumers through various banking outlets.
“Makerere University is an institution that trains business and economics; we thought it worthy collaborating with it in promoting our financial literacy programme to sensitize Ugandans on money, the principles of its effective handling, borrowing and investment activities,” he said.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. John Ddumba-Ssentamu appreciated UBA’s proposal on financial literacy and expressed the institution’s readiness for partnership.
“We are glad that you have chosen Makerere University as your partner institution. Makerere University embraces private-public partnerships. We welcome the financial literacy programme. We also know the vital services banks provide. I believe that our community will benefit tremendously from your services when you actively engage with them,” said the Vice Chancellor.
On the implementation of the financial literacy programme, the Vice Chancellor stated that the UBA team would work with the Makerere University College of Business and Management Sciences in liaison with the mandated offices in the University including the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Dean of Students and the Public Relations Office.
Prof. Ddumba-Ssentamu reiterated the need for both parties to sign a Memorandum of Understanding that will describe the terms and conditions of their mutual partnership. To expedite the MoU, the Vice Chancellor advised the UBA team to work with the Makerere University Legal Office. He equally encouraged the UBA team to develop a program activity that both parties would follow during the implementation of the partnership activities.
The team from UBA comprised the following: The Executive Director Mr. Emmanuel Turyamuhika Kikoni, the Chairman of the Association Mr. Fabian Kasi, Vice Chairman Mr. Balbir Singh Dhaka, Manager Research Mr. Solomon Ichumar and Consultant Mr. Daniel K. Nsibambi.
The Makerere University team comprised the following: Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs-Associate Prof. Okello Ogwang; Ag. University Secretary-Mr. Charles Barugahare; Ag.University Librarian-Dr. Helen Byamugisha; Ag. University Bursar-Ms Deborah Nalule; Academic Registrar-Mr. Alfred Masikye Namoah; Dean of Students-Mr. Cyriaco Kabagambe; Ms Naome Kiconco representing the Mak Legal Office; Ms Caroline Nanono-Personal Assistant to the Vice Chancellor; and Ms Ritah Namisango-Senior Public Relations Officer. The meeting was held on 13th October 2015 in the Main Building Council Room.
Article by: Mak-Public Relations Office
Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. The tournament was held in three preliminary rounds, followed by semi-finals and a grand finale.
The first round covered democracy and youth participation in politics, while the second round covered inequality and wealth distribution, and the third, the ban on export of raw materials. The semi-final round debated apprenticeship for blue-collar jobs, while the grand finale debated national budget allocations for healthcare and education. In the spirit of inclusivity, all colleges, including the Jinja Campus participated in the tournament.
Commenting on the choice of topics, the organisers noted Makerere University as a bastion of academic excellence has a profound responsibility to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of our nation. These leaders, they added, ought to be equipped with 21st century skills of self-expression, critical thinking, and problem-solving so as to navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving world.
On the whole, Makerere Inter-college Debates were conceived as a strategic initiative to foster a culture of intellectual curiosity, creativity, and innovation. The Debating Union aims to empower the future leaders by providing a platform for students to engage in respectful discourse, articulate their thoughts, as well as develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Furthermore, the Debates serve as a platform for not only honing the intellectual prowess of students but also cultivating leadership skills, teamwork, and communication abilities that are essential for success in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. It is envisaged that this initiative will have a lasting impact on the lives of students, by exposing them to debates on topical issues that can shape the mindsets of transformative leaders our nation needs.
After a thrilling two days of debate, Daphine Kemigisha and Jibril Ssekandi from the School of Law (SoL) emerged as winners of the Makerere University Inter-college Debate Tournament 2025, while Olara Emmanuel George from the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (CoVAB) was the Public Speech Champion, and Namujuzi Martha Mociita from the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) was the Poetry Champion.
The 2025 Tournament was organized by Mayanja Owen and Nkalubo Oprah – 91st Guild Representative Councils (GRCs) of the Debate Union, Akatwijuka Arthur – Chairperson Debate Union, and Debate Union Representatives from colleges. The Uganda National NGO Forum (UNNGOF) partnered with the Debate Union to deliver the 2025 edition.
Addressing students at the award ceremony, UNNGOF’s Mr. Derrick Baluuku encouraged the youth to step out of their comfort zones and think of solutions to inspire change in their communities.
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