The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe on 17^th December 2025 officially flagged off a contingent of 220 students, 13 coaches and 3 tutors from the Makerere University Games Union to the Association of Uganda University Sports (AUUS) Games 2025. The 20^th Edition of the games is scheduled to take place from 18^th to 23^rd December at Uganda Christian University (UCU) Mukono. The 220 students were selected from a pool of over 500 athletes following a rigorous qualification process that included a residential camp in Lumumba Hall from 9^th to 17^th December.

Prof. Nawangwe in his send-off remarks congratulated the athletes upon their successful selection, noting that they already qualified to be called champions, having made it out of the pool stage. “It is an honour for you to carry the Makerere flag, one of the most prestigious universities in the region” he reiterated.

The Vice Chancellor equally urged the athletes to carry the wining mindset that competitive sport nurtures beyond the field into academics and other aspects of life. He added that sports trains one to be a good leader, for it takes courage and tenacity to lead people, especially, in his case, the brilliant ones that are admitted as students and staff of Makerere University.

Prof. Nawangwe nevertheless urged students uphold God, “Always remember to ask God to go ahead of you”, for in so doing they will be emboldened to achieve great exploits. He thanked the Dean of Students-Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli and Deputy Deans-Mr. Brian Miiro and Dr. Rodney Rugyema as well as all the coaching staff for always looking out for and nurturing students’ talents through sports.

Reechoing the Vice Chancellor’s message, Dr. Kabumbuli urged the athletes to approach the games with the mindset of champions and bring the medals back home. She reminded students that as a contingent, they are not only representing the Games Union but the entire Makerere University community and urged them to uphold teamwork, resilience and discipline.

Reciprocating the Vice Chancellor’s appreciation, Mr. Miiro thanked Prof. Nawangwe for his unwavering support for sports. “Your leadership and commitment affirm the University’s belief that sports are integral to holistic education, character development and promotion of discipline, teamwork and excellence among our students.”

He appreciated the coaches, trainers and support staff for their tireless efforts in preparing the contingent and expressed confidence that they would not only compete honourably but also uphold Makerere’s values on and off the field. Acknowledging that sport is expensive, Mr. Miiro thanked the Vice Chancellor and University leadership for ensuring that the team is well facilitated.

The Captain for Team Makerere is Ms. Namutebi Rhonah Majoline also a member of the National Woodball Team, with Mr. Katsirabo Donic a member of the Makerere Enzymes Football Team and Mr. Nuwagaba Phillip also a member of the National Swimming Team as Vice Captains. The Team Doctor and GRC Games Union is Mr. Kavule Edrine a Fifth Year Medical Student. The Chairman Games Union, Mr. Akampa Bob James who moderated the flag-off ceremony rallied all teams to fight valiantly for Makerere’s flag.

In a landmark agreement signed on March 26, 2025, Makerere University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Council of Sports (NCS) for the construction of a state-of-the-art sports stadium at the University’s Main Sports Grounds. The MoU was witnessed by Hon. Peter Ogwang, Minister of State for Sports, while Mr. Ambrose Tashobya, Chairman of NCS, signed on behalf of the council.

The new facility is set to break ground in the next financial year (2025/2026) and will be financed by the Government of Uganda through the Ministry of Education and Sports. Designed to meet international standards, the stadium will feature a full-size football pitch, an 8-lane running track, and a modern pavilion—capable of hosting high-profile sporting events.

During the signing ceremony at Makerere University, Hon. Ogwang outlined the strategic importance of the project. “This development is a vital step in our preparations for Uganda hosting the AFCON Cup in 2027,” he remarked. He further revealed that the Ministry has allocated Shs21 billion to jump-start the Makerere project as part of an overall investment of 1.5 trillion shillings to upgrade multiple stadiums nationwide, including those in Namboole, Akibua, and Hoima. The Ministry emphasized that the stadium’s construction would adhere to Makerere University’s innovative structural designs.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Nawangwe expressed his excitement about the project, stating, “This is a dream come true for Makerere University. We have long sought funding for a modern stadium, and I am delighted that the Ministry has chosen us as the site for this transformative development.” He underscored the facility’s potential to uplift student talent, foster community engagement, and serve as a hub for national sports development.

The project will be co-supervised by the Ministry of Works and Transport, NCS, and Makerere University, ensuring rigorous standards and timely completion. Notably, the UPDF Engineering Brigade has been appointed as the contractor, guaranteeing a robust and secure build.

Mr. Tashobya added, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Makerere University and other government entities to create an enabling environment for sports across Africa. We look forward to the university harnessing this facility, and we are committed to achieving CAF’s requirements so that the stadium can host games both day and night.” He also encouraged Makerere to identify students for training in the management and operation of the new facility, highlighting the project’s role in capacity building.

This groundbreaking partnership marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s sporting and infrastructural landscape, promising to deliver a facility that not only meets international standards but also nurtures the next generation of sporting talent.

The Office of the Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released the Official admission lists for Government-sponsored sportspersons for the Academic Year 2020/2021.

Please note that the sportspersons list is for Sportsmen and Sportswomen in all Public Universities. The mop-up admission list is in addition to the Admission lists for Government sponsored students released earlier.

Other lists including Diploma, Mature Age Entry, Private Sponsorship admissions lists can be accessed by following the links below:

• Private Sponsorship Admission Lists for Academic Year 2020/2021
• Government Sponsorship (National Merit) Undergraduate Admissions Lists 2020/2021
• Diploma Entry Scheme Government Admissions List 2020-2021
• Mature Age Entry Scheme – Government Sponsorship Admissions Lists 2020/21
• Admission Lists for International Undergraduate Applicants Academic Year 2020/2021
• Mature Age Private Sponsorship Admission Lists 2020/2021
• Government Sponsorship Admission Lists 2020/21 by District Quota