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Bataringaya Foundation Donates X-Ray Machines to Mak-Department of Dentistry
On behalf of Bataringaya Foundation, Dr. Geoffrey Bataringaya handed over a donation of X-Ray machines worth 350 million Uganda Shillings to the Department of Dentistry, Makerere University College of Heath Sciences (MakCHS). The handover ceremony took place on 20th November 2019 at the Dental Hospital and School located at the Makerere University Main Campus along Northcote Road.
Dr. Bataringaya highlighted that the donation of digital diagnostic equipment will contribute to research, training of students and delivery of dental services to the Makerere community.
“Bataringaya Foundation has donated the X-Ray machine with an aim of making the dental hospital a center for learning, training and research for generations to come. I urge students, lecturers and management to properly maintain the dental equipment so that it can benefit those who will be at the School in future,” said Dr. Bataringaya.
Dr. Bataringaya, an alumnus of Makerere University called upon staff and alumni to give back to the University. He encouraged students to use the knowledge they attain to transform societies. He also planted a tree at the Dental Hospital in memory of the donation.
The overjoyed Head of the Department of Dentistry, Dr. Kutesa Annet Mutebi applauded Bataringaya Foundation for the enormous support rendered to the Department. She called upon other alumni and dental practitioners to emulate the Bataringaya Foundation. Dr. Muhammed Mbabali, a Lecturer at the Department noted that the X-ray machine will also enable lecturers to supervise students’ work online.
Prof. Charles Ibingira, the Principal College of Health Sciences expressed gratitude to Bataringaya Foundation for donating and supporting not only the University, but also the nation at large when he said, “the machine will not only be used to train students but also to treat the community.”
He revealed that the Dental Hospital had provided dental services to over 2,000 patients in the last three months. He emphasized that the donation of the digital X-ray machine would add value to delivery of services, ease patient record keeping and management.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe represented by Dr. Christopher Mbazira stated that the Bataringaya Foundation donation will always be used as reference to encourage Makerere University alumni, staff and community to give back to the University. Dr. Mbazira, the Principal, School of Law and Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) also handed over a plaque of appreciation to the Bantaringaya Foundation on behalf of the Vice Chancellor.
Impressed by the fact that the Dental Hospital was providing quality services to students, staff and Ugandans at large, Dr. Mbazira commended the great strides being undertaken by the respective colleges at the University to reach out to the community.
The Director of Makerere University Health Services, Dr. Josaphat Byamugisha reiterated that the equipment would significantly contribute to the advancement of service delivery at Makerere University.
Article by: Mak Public Relations Office
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Makerere University, DFCU Bank Sign MoU to Advance Innovation, Student Leadership and Research
By Eve Nakyanzi and Atwenda Nancy
Makerere University and DFCU Bank have today signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster innovation, student leadership, research and community impact initiatives.
The collaboration which will see the equipping of the Disability Support center for students living with disabilities through the MAK run and more leadership trainings for students will begin this July.
“The MoU will strengthen research collaborations across sectors like agriculture and health and it will also support the Mutebile Centre to assist private sector growth, which is crucial in lifting Africa out of poverty,” said Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor.
Speaking during the event, Mr. Charles M. Mudiwa, the DFCU Bank Chief Executive Officer, welcomed the move, noting its alignment with the bank’s mission to transform lives and support national development through four pillars: funding, financial inclusion, enterprise development, and vocational education.
“This MoU crowns years of effort and shared intent between our institutions,” he stated.
Mr. Mudiwa highlighted the bank’s commitment to skilling youth through internships, curriculum development, and support for innovation hubs and centres of excellence at the university.
“We consume the graduates of Makerere. In our most recent graduate intake of 87, 60% were Makerere alumni. The bank allocates around 30 internship positions annually to equip young people with the skills necessary for future roles within the institution,” Mr. Mudiwa, noted.
Representing the student body, Guild President His Excellency, Sentamu Churchill James, commended the partnership as a timely intervention that will empower youth, support SMEs, and expand internship and leadership development opportunities.
“Students are the heartbeat of the university. This collaboration will empower youth and strengthen their role in national development,” His Excellency Ssentamu, said.
About MAK RUN 2025
The Makerere Run 2025 (#MakRun2025), hosted by the Makerere University Endowment Fund (MAKEF) on 17th August 2025, returns for its fifth edition as Kampala’s premier charity marathon, uniting 8,000+ runners—students, alumni, corporate teams, and elite athletes—to tackle the city’s iconic hills under the theme “Run the Hills for the Future.” This landmark event combines competitive racing with transformative impact, channeling proceeds to strengthen Makerere University’s community programs while offering unmatched branding opportunities for partners through Kampala’s largest university-led sporting spectacle.
The Mak Run, scheduled this year for August 17th, is a flagship initiative that mobilizes students, staff, alumni, and partners to raise funds for projects such as the Disability Support Unit and the Student Centre.
The Writers are Interns in the Public Relations Office, Makerere University
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