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Tag-It Claims Top Prize at 4th Annual RAN-AidData GIS Hackathon

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9 years ago

July 31, 2017

Mark Wamai

Teams hard at work during the 4th Edition of the RAN-AidData GIS Hackathon, 28th July 2017, RAN Kololo Office, MakSPH, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda

Makerere University's ResilientAfrica Network (RAN) in collaboration with the AidData Center for Development Policy (AidData-USA) co-organized the ‘Fourth annual GIS Hackathon’, which took place on Friday, July 28, 2017 at the RAN Eastern Africa Resilience Innovation Lab (RAN EA RILab) in Kololo, Kampala Uganda. The theme and challenge for this year’s Hackathon, “Hack4TheCity” was based on Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11, which seeks to make cities and human settlements more inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.

Participants in their teams, were expected to compete in rapid ideation and prototyping of web and/or mobile applications, web maps, GIS apps, or static maps to address the challenge at hand.

Seven multidisciplinary teams comprised of 5 individuals were shortlisted from a pool of 40 applications to compete in the hackathon. Team Tag-It, which developed a mobile application with a map that allows users to simply tap a location and report manholes or other faults on the streets of Kampala claimed the top cash prize of US$250.

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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6 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.

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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

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Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027

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6 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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2 weeks 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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