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MakRun2024 Highlights

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Held in line with the theme: Run for Students with Disabilities, the fourth edition of MakRun organised by the Makerere University Endowment Fund and held on Sunday 18th August 2024 saw thousands of runners throng the Freedom Square and take part in this noble cause. MakRun2024 was presided over by the Deputy Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, who flagged off all the runners and on the same occasion, officially opened the Disability Support Unit, located on the Ground Floor of the Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility.

Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa flanked by Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Dr. Maggie Kigozi, Mrs. Lorna Magara and other dignitaries in the Disability Support Unit shortly after the launch. Photo: X/@Thomas_Tayebwa. Makerere University Endowment Fund Race 2024 #MakRun2024, 18th August 2024, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa flanked by Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Dr. Maggie Kigozi, Mrs. Lorna Magara and other dignitaries in the Disability Support Unit shortly after the launch. Photo: X/@Thomas_Tayebwa.

Winners of Races

The following emerged winners of the 21km, 10km, 5km and 3km wheelchair races

21km Race Winners (Men)

  1. Musana Ezekiel
  2. Marko Pigien
  3. Tusingwere Francis

10km Race Winners (Men)

  1. Kaddu Vensvia
  2. Myles Derrick
  3. Twinomatsiko Henry

5km Race Winners (Men)

  1. Labeja Patrick
  2. Kimitai Aaron
  3. Cloudine

3km Wheelchair Race Winners (Men)

  1. Lawrence Lumiisa
  2. Kiiza Kabonge
  3. Tusiime Miika

Voices from Social Media

Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa flags off the 3km Wheelchair Race. Photo: X/@Thomas_Tayebwa. 
Makerere University Endowment Fund Race 2024 #MakRun2024, 18th August 2024, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa flags off the 3km Wheelchair Race. Photo: X/@Thomas_Tayebwa.

This morning, I flagged off the @MakEndowmentFnd Run at @Makerere aimed at raising funds to improve the teaching and learning conditions of students with disabilities. I used the same occasion to officially launch the Makerere University Disability Support Unit. This is a centralized service Unit that mainstreams the seamless integration of students with disabilities into the University teaching and learning environment. I congratulate and commend Makerere University for positioning themselves as a center of excellence in disability inclusion.

Rt. Hon. thomas tayebwa

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe with some of the students in the Freedom Square. Makerere University Endowment Fund Race 2024 #MakRun2024, 18th August 2024, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe with some of the students in the Freedom Square.

#MakRun2024 has been the most successful Makerere University Run so far. Students, professors, alumni and other stakeholders today ran in support of the University’s Disability Support Centre, a one-stop centre for students with disability, which was commissioned by Deputy Speaker of Uganda’s Parliament, the Rt.Hon. @Thomas_Tayebwa. Thank you @MastercardFdn for supporting this Centre.

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe

The 90th Guild Cabinet led by Guild President H.E. Lubega Nsamba (with cap) at MakRun2024. Photo: X/@lubega_nsamba.
 Makerere University Endowment Fund Race 2024 #MakRun2024, 18th August 2024, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
The 90th Guild Cabinet led by Guild President H.E. Lubega Nsamba (with cap) at MakRun2024. Photo: X/@lubega_nsamba.

We’ve officially launched the @Makerere Disability Support Unit. This Unit is creating an enabling env’t where every differently abled student can access resources and support they need to excel academically, socially and personally. #MakRun2024

H.E. lubega nsamba

Mr. Tusiime Miika poses with his medal. Photo: X/@tusiimemiika. Makerere University Endowment Fund Race 2024 #MakRun2024, 18th August 2024, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Mr. Tusiime Miika poses with his medal. Photo: X/@tusiimemiika

I managed to be the 2nd Runners Up in the 3Km wheelchair race in the #MakRun2024 I thank everyone for the love and support shown to me and regards to @BabaraRodney for the assistance 🙏🙏 @Infinityradioug | @infinity256tv were indeed well and fully represented 🫠

Special thanks to @MakEndowmentFnd @newvisionwire @tuskerlite256 @NCBAUganda @Dfcubankuganda @Makerere @BaituLtd23 @ProfNawangwe @KigoziMaggie and @MakGuild for making this happen and the whole event a success

Tusiime miika

Loum Bernard in Gulu City. Photo: X/@LoumBernard. Makerere University Endowment Fund Race 2024 #MakRun2024, 18th August 2024, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Loum Bernard in Gulu City. Photo: X/@LoumBernard

I have kicked off the #MakRun2024 in #Gulu. 5Km will ask for water. This run is aimed at constructing and equipping a Disability Support Unit @Makerere

Loum Bernard

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Press Statement on Ranking

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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 8th 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 8th 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 17th 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

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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.

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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: 

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

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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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