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Bio-solids From Wastewater Treatment Plant in Uganda do not Meet Minimum Standards for Land Application

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Land application of bio-solids is the cheapest and most convenient method of disposalof bio-solids worldwide, but it is unclear if the bio-solids in Uganda are safe for land application. The objective of this study was to establish the impact of ageing on quality and safety of bio-solids from Bugolobi Wastewater Treatment Plant (BWTP) in Uganda’s capital city, Kampala, for land application. Nine out of 14 beds in each of the four blocks (Block 1: fresh bio-solids; Block 2: settling bio-solids; Block 3: maturing bio-solids and Block 4: mature bio-solids) were randomly sampled for quality and for bio-safety. For quality, bio-solids were analysed for electrical conductivity (EC), N, P and K concentrations, and their respective stocks; organic matter (OM) content and bio-solid  organic  carbon  (BOC)  stocks.  For  bio-safety,  bio-solids  were  screened  for Escherichia  coli  and  Salmonella.  

Ageing of bio-solids had a significant impact on EC; OM and E. coli. The EC was highest in the mature bio-solids and lowest in fresh bio-solids. Similarly, microbial counts were highest for E. coli in the mature sludge and lowest in the fresh bio-solids. Out of the 36 bio-solid samples, one tested positive for salmonella. The bio-solids are neither safe for use as agricultural input, nor for general release into the environment.

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Source: Makerere University Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES)

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Special University Entry Examinations for the Diploma in Performing Arts 2026/27

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Students from the Department of Performing Arts on 4th April 2025.

The Academic Registrar Makerere University invites applications for the Special University Entry Examinations for admission to the Diploma in Performing Arts.

The examination will take place on Saturday 16th May, 2026.

Application process is online for those intending to sit the examination. Kindly note that there is payment of a non-refundable application fee of Shs. 110,000/- excluding bank charges in any (Stanbic Bank, Dfcu Post Bank, UBA and Centenary Bank). After filling the online application, you will be provided with 2 Past Papers.

To be eligible to sit the examinations, the candidate must possess an O’ Level Certificate (UCE) with at least 5 Passes.

The deadline for receiving the online applications is Tuesday 12th May 2026.

How to Apply

  • Application is online for ALL applicants.
  • Other relevant information can be obtained from Undergraduate Mature Age Office, Level 5, Room 505, Senate Building, Makerere University or can be accessed from https://see.mak.ac.ug
  • A non refundable application fee of Shs. 110,000= for Ugandans, East Africans Applicants (Including S. Sudan & DRC) OR US $ 75 or equivalent for international applicants plus bank charges should be paid in any of the banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority.
  • Apply through the application portal https://see.mak.ac.ug

Please see download below for the application portal user guide.

Further inquiries may be sent to email: see@mak.ac.ug

Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

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Diploma Holders Admission Lists under Government Sponsorship for 2026/2027 AY

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The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Diploma holders admitted under the Government Sponsorship Scheme for the Academic Year 2026/2027.

Under the Diploma Holders Government Sponsorship Scheme admission does not exceed 5% of the intake capacity to the respective Degree Programme.

The list can be accessed by following the link below:

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Mature Age Examination Results for 2026/2027 Academic Year

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The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme Examinations held on Saturday 13th December 2025.

Candidates who scored a minimum of 50% passed and have been recommended by the Pre-Entry & Mature Age Committee to the University’s Admissions Committee for consideration.

The Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027 can be accessed by following this link.

Please follow the link below for the list:

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