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RAN Launches Second State of African Resilience Report

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The morning of Thursday, 22nd March 2018 saw the ResilientAfrica Network (RAN), Makerere University team launch its second State of African Resilience Report and engage over 150 key stakeholders at a breakfast meeting held at the Kampala Sheraton Hotel.

Hon. Dr. Gabriel Ajedra, State Minister for Finance In-Charge of General Duties graced this event as Chief Guest representing Rt. Hon. Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda, Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda. Reading the Prime Minister’s remarks, he noted that Makerere University is doing a good job working together with students, faculty and the community at large to translate knowledge into innovative solutions to address various developmental challenges. He also emphasized the need for all of us to work towards breaking operational or working silos in order to meaningfully contribute to better lives in the communities in which we live and work.

Eng. Dr. Charles Wana-Etyem, the Chairperson Council also joined the other speakers to welcome all participants to the breakfast meeting. He requested the donor bodies to keep the support flowing so that we can all together realize positive transformation in the communities.

The Vice Chancellor, Prof Barnabas Nawangwe, in his opening remarks welcomed all participants to the launch and thanked RAN for exhibiting great potential and ability to continuously contribute to research and innovation directed towards strengthening the resilience of targeted communities in sub-Saharan Africa.

Prof. William Bazeyo, RAN’s Chief of Party and Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration) noted that to-date, RAN has rallied 20 Universities in 13 African countries harnessing, further developing/incubating and working with other stakeholders to scale innovative solutions.

Ms. Lily Amber Kenny, Vulnerable Population Unit Team Lead USAID/UGANDA Office of Economic Growth, U.S Embassy with three other colleagues represented the Mission at this event. In her remarks, she also applauded RAN for all the efforts, noting that RAN’s huge contribution to research cannot go unrecognized.

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Press Statement on Ranking

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An older photo of the Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda as seen from across the Freedom Square. Date taken: 22nd October 2012.

Makerere University has noted with concern the article titled “Mak Drops Marks” published by the Daily Monitor Newspaper on 8th July 2025. The article raises issues that require clarification to ensure accurate information is shared with our stakeholders and the public. We wish to address the following key points: 

1. Misrepresentation of Ranking Data 

The article inaccurately combines the Sub-Saharan African University Rankings and the World University Rankings to portray a misleading performance trend for Makerere University. For clarity, Makerere University was ranked 8th in the 2024 Sub-Saharan African University Rankings. However, the 2025 Sub-Saharan African Rankings have not yet been released, making any comparison with the World University Rankings is misleading. This is a misrepresentation of facts aimed at tarnishing the University’s reputation and causing alarm among stakeholders.

2. Omission of Impact Rankings Achievements 

The article fails to acknowledge Makerere University’s outstanding performance in the 2025 Impact Rankings, which assess contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Makerere University significantly improved its global standing, moving from the 601–800 band in 2024 to the 301–400 band in 2025. Notably, the University ranked 17th globally in Decent Work and Economic Growth and within the 401–600 band for Quality Education. These achievements reflect Makerere’s commitment to societal impact and sustainable development, which the article conspicuously ignores. 

3. Balanced Perspective on World University Rankings 

While Makerere University acknowledges a decline in certain parameters in the World University Rankings, we view these as areas for improvement. At the same time, we celebrate our strengths, including high-quality research output and a robust international outlook, which continue to position Makerere as a leading institution globally. 

Makerere University remains committed to excellence in teaching, research, and societal impact. We urge our stakeholders and the public to rely on verified information from credible sources and to engage directly with the University for clarity on such matters. We acknowledge the Daily Monitor’s interest in Makerere University and implore them to report more accurately in the future. 

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICE
Email: pro@mak.ac.ug

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Re-advert: Admission to Undergraduate Programmes 2025/2026

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The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, and international applicants for the undergraduate programmes under Self Sponsorship Scheme for the 2025/2026 Academic Year.

Each applicant should:

a) Have the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least five passes, or its equivalent and at least two principal passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting. For day programmes, only candidates who sat A’ Level in 2024, 2023 and 2020 are eligible to apply. For evening, afternoon, and external programmes, a candidate is not restricted on the year of sitting A’ Level.

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d) Degree from a recognised /Chartered Institution

Further details on the re-advertised programmes , fees structure, and the procedure of submitting applications can be accessed from the document below: 

The closing date for submitting applications is Tuesday 22nd July 2025.

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

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Undergraduate Admissions List: Mop-up/Appeals 2025/2026

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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:

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