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Mak to Establish Centre of Excellence in Honor of Archbishop Ntagali

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6 years ago

January 20, 2020

Mark Wamai

Archbishop of the Church of Uganda Rt. Rev. Stanley Ntagali preaches to the faithful during the installation ceremony of Rev. Can. Onesimus Asiimwe as Chaplain, St. Francis Chapel on 18th February 2018, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

Makerere University is set to establish a Centre of Excellence in honor of Archbishop Stanley Ntagali. The Centre will focus on research, conflict resolution, religious and peace studies. This was revealed by Dr. Eria Hisali, the Principal, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) who represented the Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe at the Archbishop’s farewell service organized by St. Francis Chapel, Makerere University on 18^th January 2020.

“Your Grace, you are leaving behind a very powerful legacy. The Centre of Excellence will honor and keep your legacy alive and our students will continue benefiting from your inspiring and transformational sermons,” said Dr. Hisali.

He noted that the God has abundantly blessed the Archbishop and as such, a lot has been achieved under his leadership.

The Archbishop Rt. Rev. Stanley Ntagali appreciated the cordial relationship between Makerere University Management and the Church of Uganda and pledged to support the establishment the Centre of Excellence in his honor. He thanked the St. Francis fraternity for organizing a service to bid him farewell. During the service, the Archbishop confirmed 98 candidates into Christianity.

To the confirmed candidates he said, “Confirmation is an important day in the journey of Christianity, stay loyal to your vows, focus on God and guide other people to follow Jesus Christ our Saviour.”

Rt. Rev. Stanley Ntagali was elected Archbishop by the House of Bishops of the Church of Uganda on 22^nd June 2012 and enthroned on 16^th December 2012. He is set to retire on 1^st March 2020 when he clocks the Church of Uganda’s statutory retirement age of 65 years, and will hand over to Rt. Rev. Dr. Samuel Stephen Kazimba Mugalu.

In his remarks, Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, the Chaplain St. Francis Chapel, applauded Archbishop Ntagali for his tremendous achievements in the spiritual realm which have also been manifested in physical infrastructure such as, creation of new Dioceses, revitalization of the Youth and Students Ministry, the Insurance of clergy and Christians through the KIDO Program and maintaining peace in the entire Province.

“I appreciate your efforts towards completion of the Archbishop Janani Luwum Church House which had stalled for 40 years, establishment of Uganda Martyrs Museum in Namugongo, construction of All Saints Cathedral Kampala, firm stand for the authority of Scripture against same sex unions, focus on Missions, Evangelism and Family Life Ministry,” said Rev. Asiimwe

He thanked the Archbishop for nominating Him for the service of Chaplain of Makerere University St. Francis Chapel.

Article by: Esther Joy Nakibombo Volunteer Mak Public Relations Office

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Mak Hosts NCHE Competence-Based Education Standards Validation Meeting

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35 minutes ago

January 23, 2026

Mark Wamai

Prof. Mary Okwakol (Centre) with Prof. Sarah Ssali and other leaders of Higher Education Institutions after the CBE minimum standards validation meeting on 23rd January 2026. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Makerere University on 23^rd January 2026 hosted the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions. The meeting held in the Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium brought together Vice Chancellors, Rectors, Principals and Academic Registrars from Higher Education Institutions in Uganda.

Prof. Sarah Ssali. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Prof. Sarah Ssali.***

Hosted by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Sarah Ssali, the meeting followed institutional input into the draft minimum standards and was aimed at validating them prior to their formal adoption by the NCHE Council at their next meeting in February 2026. The minimum standards cover nine areas namely; 1) Curriculum Design, 2) Teaching and Learning Approaches, 3) Assessment, 4) Faculty Training and Support, 5) Student Support Services, 6) Quality Assurance Systems, 7) Industry and Community Linkages, 8) Monitoring and Evaluation, and 9) Gender and Equity Mainstreaming.

Prof. Mary Okwakol (Left) and Dr. Vincent Ssembatya listen to feedback from leaders. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Prof. Mary Okwakol (Left) and Dr. Vincent Ssembatya listen to feedback from leaders.***

Following feedback into presentations by the various leaders present, a motion to adopt the draft minimum standards, with institutional input incorporated, was moved by Bugema University, seconded by UMCAT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, and unanimously supported by institutions present.

Prof. Mary Okwakol. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Prof. Mary Okwakol.***

At the conclusion of the meeting, Prof. Sarah Ssali appreciated NCHE for choosing Makerere to host the landmark event, reiterating that the University greatly respects each and every Higher Education Institution and regards them as partners and collaborators in the quest to improve Uganda’s Higher Education sector.

Part of the audience that attended the validation meeting. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Part of the audience that attended the validation meeting.***

The Executive Director NCHE, Prof. Mary Okwakol reassured leaders present that all the pertinent issues raised for input into the draft minimum standards would be incorporated, and urged those with pressing issues to submit them before month’s end. She reiterated NCHE’s readiness to continue lobbying Government for the resources required by Higher Education Institutions, particularly Public Universities, to implement Competence-Based Education (CBE).

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Press Release: Semester II Set to Start 10th Feb, 76th Graduation Dates Confirmed

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3 days ago

January 20, 2026

Mak Editor

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

Kampala, Uganda – 20^th January 2026 – Makerere University has postponed its opening date for Semester Two of Academic Year 2025/2026 from the earlier communicated 24^th January 2026 to 10^th February 2026.

This adjustment is in response to the Ministry of Education and Sports directive to all Schools and Education Institutions to postpone re-opening until 10^th February 2026. Consequently, Semester Two at Makerere University will now run from 10^th February 2026 until 6^th June 2026. Attached is the detailed Calendar for Semester Two 2025/2026.

Confirmed dates for the 76^th Graduation Ceremony

Makerere University also wishes to inform the general public that Makerere’s 76^th Graduation Ceremony will be held from Tuesday 24^th February 2026 to Friday 27^th February 2026.

Specifics including the graduation schedules and standard operating procedures for participants will be communicated officially in due course.

Please see downloads for the statement, Ministry directive and revised calendar.

Makerere-Press-Release-Semester-2-Opening-Postponed-20thJan2026 Download

Ministry-of-Education-and-Sports-Directive-16thJan2026 Download

Makerere-Semester-2-Revised-Academic-Calendar Download

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Call for applications: E-JUST TICAD8 African MSc. Scholarships

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1 week ago

January 13, 2026

Mak Editor

E-JUST Fall 2026 International Admissions (M.Sc. TICAD8 Scholarships). Courtesy Photo.

The Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST) TICAD8 African Scholarship for STI is available for all African (Non-Egyptian) students who wish to obtain their M.Sc. degree in the programs of Faculty of Engineering (FoE), Basic and Applied Science (BAS), Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT), Faculty of International Business and Humanities (FIBH) and Heritage Science (HS).

Please note that interested applicants have to apply through E-JUST’ website (online application system). Applications will only be accepted via E-JUST’s website (online application system).

Interested applicants must complete and submit their application forms before February 15, 2026. The applicant will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail as proof of successful submission of the application.

Important Links:

For information about admission requirements: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-pg

For information about the available scholarships: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-scholarships

For information about the required documents: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-documents

For any inquiries, please contact the Regional and International Affairs (RIA) Office: international.affairs@ejust.edu.eg