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Makerere University and Embassy of France Set to Host Kampala Geopolitics Conference

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8 years ago

July 25, 2018

The Vice Chancellor of Makerere University-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and the Ambassador of France-H.E Stéphanie Rivoal signing a Memorandum of Understanding for the Kampala Geopolitics Conference scheduled to take place on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th October 2018 at Makerere University.

On Wednesday 25th July 2018, the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and the Ambassador of France-H.E Stéphanie Rivoal signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the Kampala Geopolitics Conference scheduled to take place on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th October 2018 at Makerere University.

The Kampala Geopolitics Conference will bring on board Makerere University Professors, researchers, staff, students, Ugandans and regional experts as well as researchers from France and Germany to engage in interactive debates. The Conference will provide a platform for researchers from France and Germany to interact and network with their counterparts in East Africa.

The Vice Chancellor of Makerere University-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Ambassador of France-H.E Stéphanie Rivoal, the Director of Legal Affairs- Mr. Henry Mwebe, the Senior Public Relations Officer - Ms. Ritah Namisango, the Personal Assistant to the Vice Chancellor-Mr. Gordon Murangira and the team from the French Embassy.

With the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the partners namely Embassy of France to Uganda, Makerere University, Konrad Adenauer Foundation, Alliance Francaise Kampala and UN Women are focused on hosting an interactive and dynamic event in Kampala that will create a platform for dialogue and free exchange of ideas cutting across contemporary, local and international Geopolitics.

The MOU stipulates that the Kampala Geopolitics Conference will provide a platform for building strong networks of expertise from France, Germany and Africa as well as free flow of ideas and open discussions in a creative yet informative way; contributing to the generation of knowledge.

Scheduled to start on Friday 26th October 2018 from 09:00am to 5:15pm, followed by a Concert at the Makerere University Freedom Square from 5:30pm to 08:00pm, and running up to Saturday 27th October 2018 from 09:00am up to 5:30pm, the Kampala Geopolitics Conference will include formal round tables, interactive and creative discussions in an open space where participants will present their ideas for discussion using the most convenient formats.

Article by: Mak Public Relations Office

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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1 day ago

February 10, 2026

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For Youth by Youth - Call for Second Cohort Applications. 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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1 day ago

February 10, 2026

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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:

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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

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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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