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Nkobazambogo Stages Run to Raise HIV/AIDS Awareness, End GBV among Mak Students

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2 years ago

February 27, 2022

The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Umar Kakumba (L) flags off the Nkobazambogo Association mini-marathon at the Freedom Square, Makerere University on 27th February 2022.

Makerere University Nkobazambogo Students Association in conjunction with the School of Women and Gender Studies (SWGS) on Sunday 27^th February 2022 organized a mini marathon at the Makerere University Freedom Square intended to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS among University students as well as amplify voices against Gender based Violence-GBV.

The event was presided over by the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs (DVCAA), Professor Umar Kakumba who set the runners off. Other guests included Dean of Students, Mrs. Winifred Kabumbuli, and the Patron of Nkobazambogo Dr. Sauda Namyalo, among others.

Associate Professor Umar Kakumba giving his remarks after the marathon (Photo by Alex Mugalu) — Professor Umar Kakumba giving his remarks after the marathon (Photo by Alex Mugalu)

The two kilometre run attracted hundreds of runners who turned up at the Freedom Square to take part in the event. The top five runners in both men and women categories were recognized by the organisers of the event.

In his remarks Professor Kakumba highlighted the vital role of cultural groups in instilling discipline and promoting unity amongst the university students. “First of all cultural groups instill discipline in students and everyone in this world needs disciplined to succeed however intelligent you are; without morals you are less important.”

The Dean of Students applauded the Nkobazambogo Students Association for the initiative and urged them to double their efforts in the cause to end the pandemic. “Universities are at risk of HIV they are risk ins and this is because they are composed of the youth that are sexually active and I believe the students are ideal ambassadors to create awareness and education about HIV/AIDS, they can take this lead by having interventions such sexual public education programs, spreading messages that reduce the risk of HIV transmission and specifically focusing on young people” said Mrs. Kabumbuli.

Mrs. Winfred Kabumbuli the Dean of Students addressing the guests. (Photo by Alex Mugalu)

The Dean of Students added that; “you can play this part by encouraging testing of people who are sexually active and making sure proper counseling in collaboration with Health service providers is made.”

Dr. Saudah Namyalo, Patron Nkobazambogo at Makerere expressed her gratefulness to the students for spearheading the campaign to end Gender Based Violence in Buganda .

“We have seen so many Gender Based Violence cases such as murder here in Buganda. However, it’s such an interesting and promising thing, seeing youth like you coming up to stop and fight such acts so that they come to an end in Buganda. I know and I believe that you can do it.” Dr. Namyalo revealed.

Associate Professor Umar Kakumba (Middle) Mrs. Winfred Kabumbuli (Second from Right) Kajoba Hamza (First from Left) and Dr. Sauda Namyalo (Third from Left) with winners of the mini-marathon. (Photo by Alex Mugalu) — Professor Umar Kakumba (Middle) Mrs. Winfred Kabumbuli (Second from Right) Kajoba Hamza (First from Left) and Dr. Sauda Namyalo (Third from Left) with winners of the mini-marathon. (Photo by Alex Mugalu)

Kajoba Hamza on behalf of Buganda Kingdom thanked the University fraternity for coming up with such amazing ideas that contribute to the development of Buganda.

“It’s so amazing for students of Makerere University to come together with the University Administration and organize activities like this one which have a good cause for the people of Buganda.” Kajoba said.

Buganda Kingdom in 2020 inaugurated a theme titled “Men for Good Health and Ending AIDS by 2030” intended to end HIV/AIDS in Uganda by 2030. His Highness the Kabaka of Buganda who was appointed as the UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador for engaging men on HIV prevention in the Eastern and Southern Region of Uganda uses events such as the mini-marathon to sensitize and create awareness of the HIV/AIDS virus by encouraging the youth to take lead in the fight.

According to statistics by UNAIDS, in 2018 1.4 million people were living with HIV/AIDS in Uganda. Statistics further indicate that 84 percent of people living with HIV in 2018 knew their status, 72 percent were on treatment and 64 percent had the virus suppressed. However, Kabaka Mutebi believes the statistics of new transmissions can be overturned if people remain vigilant.

Related Topics:Buganda GBV HIV/AIDS Kingdom Marathon Nkobazambogo Run SWGS

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July 22, 2024

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Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, The Academic Registrar, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

The Academic Registrar, Professor Buyinza Mukadasi has been appointed Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) of Makerere University, for a period of six (6) months effective 11^th July 2024 to 10^th January 2025 or until a substantive First Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) is appointed whichever comes earlier.

He is a Professor of Forestry Resource Economics and served as the Director, Directorate of Research and Graduate Training (DRGT), Makerere University from 2014 to October 2022. Buyinza holds a PhD in Forest Economics from Gadjah Mada University (UGM), Yogyakarta Indonesia. He holds a number of professional enhancement certificates and Diplomas.

As Director DRGT he was charged with the oversight responsibility of all institutional research grants and graduate training in the university. Prof Buyinza served as the Deputy Director in Charge of Administration and Graduate Training (2010 – 2013); Head, Department of Community Forestry and Extension, Faculty of Forestry and Natural Resources (2003 – 2005, 2008-2010) at Makerere University. Buyinza grew though the University ranks from a Tutorial Assistant (1993 – 1998) at Gajah Mada University, Indonesia to becoming a Lecturer (1999); Senior Lecturer (2004); Assoc. Professor (2007) and Full Professor (2010) at Makerere University. He has over 20 years experience of University research and teaching in the field of Forestry and Natural Resource Economics. He has successfully supervised over 50 MSc. and 10 PhD students in the fields of forestry, environment and natural resources. He has also acted as an external examiner in many regional and international universities. He is a member of many professional bodies and served as the Chairperson, Board of Directors of the National Forestry Authority (2007 – 2013). He was the Institutional Focal person (2010-2022) and Chair of the Board of Management of the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA), 2014 – 2018.

Buyinza has published widely in the field of forest resource economics, environmental incomes, economics of biodiversity conservation, and Environmental Incomes for Rural Income and livelihoods. He has authored more than 150 papers in International peer-reviewed referred journals, 4 book Chapters, attended more than 70 conference proceedings and has presented in more than 140 conferences/seminars/workshops.

Buyinza has built a very strong international network of collaborations in research administration and has tremendous capacity for resource mobilization. He has been Principal investigator (PI) of 15 research projects and as Co-Principal Investigator in many other institutional research grants. He is the Coordinator of various externally funded research capacity building initiatives at Makerere University. He has a wealth of research management experience with special focus on in the field of natural resources economics, and environmental governance.

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Advert: Mature Age Entry Scheme – Private Sponsorship 2024/2025

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July 17, 2024

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Students sit for an exam in the pre-COVID era, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications for the Undergraduate
Programmes under the Mature Age Entry Scheme only for Private Sponsorship for
2024/2025 Academic Year.
Non-Refundable Application fee of Shs. 50,000/= for Ugandans OR $75 Equivalent for
Internationals, plus bank charge should be paid in any of the banks used by Uganda
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Apply using the Institution’s Applications Portal URL:https: //apply.mak.ac.ug
Application is for candidates who passed the Mature Age Entry Examinations of December 17, 2022 and February 24, 2024 only.
Any candidate who passed the examinations in mentioned above and was not admitted on Government/ Private sponsorship for December 17, 2022 sitting, and for Government sponsorship for February 24, 2024 sitting, is eligible to apply for admission on Private Sponsorship for 2024 /2025 Academic Year.

The closing date for applying will be Friday 26th July, 2024.

Further details can be accessed by following this link.

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Diploma/Degree Holders Admission Lists 2024/25

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July 16, 2024

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Main Library, Makerere University. Photo taken on 29th February 2016.

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Diploma/Degree Holder applicants admitted under Private/Self Sponsorship for the academic year 2024/25. Please note that admission is subject to verification of academic documents by the awarding institutions.

The admission list is displayed here below:

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