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You Have a Role to Play in Controlling Cervical Cancer

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6 years ago

February 21, 2020

Mark Wamai

Dr. Duku Fred, a Medical Doctor working in Kamuli District, Eastern Uganda.

By Dr. Duku Fred | I have severally seen families battle with heavy costs treating cancer and not to talk about the immense stress that goes with it when the word advanced cancer comes from the messenger of doom-the health worker. This usually means obvious death starring at the victim and future burial costs to the attendants after spending millions on a never changing situation.

Cervical cancer is the most widely spreading and most available adulthood cancer affecting only women of course directly but also affects their male spouses or relatives financially/socially. This is caused by the Human papilloma virus (HPV) that inhabits the female and male genital organs hence spread sexually. In low doses, this virus has no effect or may cause genital warts. This gives us an insight into the prevention measures. Though cancer is non communicable (can’t be spread from person to person), this one seems to like though indirectly since the causative agent can be transmitted sexually. For those that utilise their mouth in sexual ecstasy, the same viruses may contribute to your chances of developing laryngeal cancer. Not to forget, the papilloma virus in males causes Cancer of the penis whose surgical treatment in advanced stages may be amputation. Imagine a man with no tools!

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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5 days ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

For Youth by Youth - Call for Second Cohort Applications. Application Deadline: 20 Feb, 2026.

For Youth, By Youth is a global, youth-led movement committed to fostering conscious leadership and global solidarity as pathways to meaningful and lasting impact. Developed by 36 university students across 18 countries, this movement builds a network of engaged young leaders shaping a more just and equitable world.

BENEFITS

What You’ll Receive:

$2,500 scholarship for community action research
Mentorship & wellness coaching
Training in Storytelling, Responsible AI & Youth-led Participatory Action Research
International conferences & global network
3-Year Journey: Individual → Community → Institutional Transformation

Application Deadline: 20 Feb, 2026

Apply now

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Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027

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5 days ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

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:

Please Note:

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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2 weeks ago

February 4, 2026

Mak Editor

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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