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Mak Council Resolutions on the 88th Guild Elections

Published

3 years ago

July 15, 2022

Mak Editor

[L-R]Dean of Students- Ms Winnie Kabumbuli, University Secretary - Mr. Yusuf Kiranda and Ag. Deputy Dean of Students Mr. Rivan Peter Muhereza at a press conference held in Council Room on 15th July 2022

During its emergency Meeting held on 15th July 2022, the University Council deliberated on the violence which characterised the 88th Students Guild leadership electoral process and resolved:
1) To condemn the violence that characterised the electoral process for the 88th Students Guild leadership;
2) To terminate the electoral process of the 88th Students Guild leadership;
3) That the Makerere University Students Guild and Senior Common Room, including the Caretaker Government and all Guild leadership structures, are suspended henceforth;
4) To ban all brigades and any other unauthorised groups or organisations at the University with immediate effect;
5) To appoint a Select Committee to review the Students Guild operations with the following terms of reference:

i) To conduct a complete review of the Makerere University Students’ Guild Constitution;
ii) To evaluate the internal process of conducting guild elections at the University;

iii) To investigate the conduct of Hall Wardens and Custodians in the enforcement of University regulations regarding the Management of Students’ Halls of Residence;

iv) To assess the role of the Police in providing security in students’ activities at the University;
v)To investigate cases of external influence in students’ activities at the University;
vi) To address any other matters incidental to the Committee’s mandate.

6) To appoint the following members of the Select Committee to review the
Makerere University Students Guild operations;

a) Assoc. Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala - Chairperson
b) Rt. Hon. Daniel Fred Kidega - Member 
c) Eng. Dr. S.P. Kagoda - Member
d) Assoc. Prof. Sarah Ssali - Member
e) Mr. Bruce Balaba Kabaasa - Member
f) Mr. John Chris Ninsiima - Member

7) That the Select Committee shall provide an interim report to the University Council within one month from the date of appointment;
8) That any individual established to have engaged in the violence and other cases of indiscipline be handled immediately following the established University disciplinary procedures;
9) To ban physical guild elections at the University and that any future elections shall be virtual;
The Council reassures the public of the University’s commitment to enforcing discipline and guaranteeing the security of students, staff and other University stakeholders.

Lorna Magara (Mrs.)
Chairperson of Council

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Press Statement on Ranking

Published

18 hours ago

July 8, 2025

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.

Makerere University has noted with concern the article titled “Mak Drops Marks” published by the Daily Monitor Newspaper on 8^th July 2025. The article raises issues that require clarification to ensure accurate information is shared with our stakeholders and the public. We wish to address the following key points:

1. Misrepresentation of Ranking Data

The article inaccurately combines the Sub-Saharan African University Rankings and the World University Rankings to portray a misleading performance trend for Makerere University. For clarity, Makerere University was ranked 8^th in the 2024 Sub-Saharan African University Rankings. However, the 2025 Sub-Saharan African Rankings have not yet been released, making any comparison with the World University Rankings is misleading. This is a misrepresentation of facts aimed at tarnishing the University’s reputation and causing alarm among stakeholders.

2. Omission of Impact Rankings Achievements

The article fails to acknowledge Makerere University’s outstanding performance in the 2025 Impact Rankings, which assess contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Makerere University significantly improved its global standing, moving from the 601–800 band in 2024 to the 301–400 band in 2025. Notably, the University ranked 17^th globally in Decent Work and Economic Growth and within the 401–600 band for Quality Education. These achievements reflect Makerere’s commitment to societal impact and sustainable development, which the article conspicuously ignores.

3. Balanced Perspective on World University Rankings

While Makerere University acknowledges a decline in certain parameters in the World University Rankings, we view these as areas for improvement. At the same time, we celebrate our strengths, including high-quality research output and a robust international outlook, which continue to position Makerere as a leading institution globally.

Makerere University remains committed to excellence in teaching, research, and societal impact. We urge our stakeholders and the public to rely on verified information from credible sources and to engage directly with the University for clarity on such matters. We acknowledge the Daily Monitor’s interest in Makerere University and implore them to report more accurately in the future.

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICE
Email: pro@mak.ac.ug

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Re-advert: Admission to Undergraduate Programmes 2025/2026

Published

22 hours ago

July 8, 2025

Mak Editor

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, and international applicants for the undergraduate programmes under Self Sponsorship Scheme for the 2025/2026 Academic Year.

Each applicant should:

a) Have the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least five passes, or its equivalent and at least two principal passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting. For day programmes, only candidates who sat A’ Level in 2024, 2023 and 2020 are eligible to apply. For evening, afternoon, and external programmes, a candidate is not restricted on the year of sitting A’ Level.

d) Degree from a recognised /Chartered Institution

Further details on the re-advertised programmes , fees structure, and the procedure of submitting applications can be accessed from the document below:

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The closing date for submitting applications is Tuesday 22nd July 2025.

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

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Undergraduate Admissions List: Mop-up/Appeals 2025/2026

Published

5 days ago

July 4, 2025

Mak Editor

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Successful appeals and supplementary lists. Below is a list arising from appeals of Government Sponsored candidates who have been admitted:

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