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CoCIS Welcomes Nigerian Volunteer Senior Lecturer to Foster Knowledge Exchange

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2 years ago

November 7, 2024

Dr. Alo Olubisi meeting Head of Department Assoc. Prof. Engineer Bainomugisha in his office. Makerere University’s College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) has warmly welcomed Dr. Alo Oluwaseum Olubisi, a senior lecturer from Nigeria, who will serve as a volunteer in teaching, research, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — Dr. Alo Olubisi meeting Head of Department Assoc. Prof. Engineer Bainomugisha in his office.

Makerere University’s College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) has warmly welcomed Dr. Alo Oluwaseum Olubisi, a senior lecturer from Nigeria, who will serve as a volunteer in teaching, research, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing. Dr. Olubisi, assigned to the Department of Computer Science, is being oriented into the college to familiarize herself with the environment and begin contributing to the college’s academic and research goals.

Dr. Alo Olubisi in the office of the Head, Department of Computer Science. Makerere University’s College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) has warmly welcomed Dr. Alo Oluwaseum Olubisi, a senior lecturer from Nigeria, who will serve as a volunteer in teaching, research, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — *Dr. Alo Olubisi in the office of the Head, Department of Computer Science.*

In a landmark partnership marking a significant South-South academic exchange, CoCIS Principal, Prof. Tonny Justus Oyana, praised the initiative as a pivotal step towards strengthening intra-African academic cooperation. “We have previously seen exchanges primarily with Europe, but this Nigeria-Uganda collaboration is a milestone. If scholars continue to work together through such faculty exchanges, it will advance knowledge transfer and foster Africa’s development,” Prof. Oyana stated. “I welcome this incredible opportunity for Africans to work collaboratively.”

The appointment is part of a broader effort led by Makerere University’s Vice Chancellor to join the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (TAC), a program facilitated by Nigeria to support partner African countries. His Excellency, the High Commissioner of Nigeria to Uganda, was instrumental in helping Makerere access this initiative, which aims to bolster academic expertise across African institutions.

Engineer Bainomugisha speaking to Dr. Alo Olubisi. Makerere University’s College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) has warmly welcomed Dr. Alo Oluwaseum Olubisi, a senior lecturer from Nigeria, who will serve as a volunteer in teaching, research, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — *Engineer Bainomugisha speaking to Dr. Alo Olubisi.*

Dr. Olubisi’s role, effective from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2026, includes teaching, conducting research, and engaging in community outreach. Prof. Oyana highlighted her multifaceted duties, noting, “She will engage in lectures, knowledge dissemination, and also support the examination process. Importantly, her presence will aid in mentoring young faculty and graduate students, enriching their research skills and academic progression.”

Dr. Olubisi’s work will be supervised by the Head of the Department of Computer Science. She is expected to conduct lectures, lead demonstrations, guide tutorials, and engage in practical sessions. Additionally, she will focus on building research capacity among staff and students, especially in impact evaluation using advanced technologies, and will contribute to collaborative research initiatives. Her role also includes acting as an examiner and participating in curriculum development within the department.

Assoc. Prof. Engineer Bainomugisha speaking to the visiting lecturer in his office. Makerere University’s College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) has warmly welcomed Dr. Alo Oluwaseum Olubisi, a senior lecturer from Nigeria, who will serve as a volunteer in teaching, research, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — *Assoc. Prof. Engineer Bainomugisha speaking to the visiting lecturer in his office.*

“We have introduced her to our PhD students to foster collaboration on key research projects,” Prof. Oyana added. “Her engagement in these strategic areas is anticipated to enhance productivity and offer immense benefits to Makerere University.”

Dr. Olubisi’s appointment reflects Makerere University’s dedication to fostering academic partnerships across Africa, supporting capacity building, and promoting innovative research and knowledge exchange within the continent.

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Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) is the main ICT Training, Research and Consultancy Centre in Makerere University. The College has six Academic departments comprising of the Department of Computer Science, Department of Networks, Department of Information Technology, Department of Information Systems, Department of Library and Information Sciences, and the Department of Records and Archives management.

In addition to the mainstream degree programmes, CoCIS has a specialized Center for Innovations and Professional Skills Development (CIPSD) which delivers state-of-art training in ICT e.g. the Cisco Networking Academy for Cisco related courses, the Microsoft IT Academy Program for Microsoft related courses, International Computer Driving License course, Oracle Certified Training center for Oracle, Linux and Unix Training center. CIPSD also offers Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI) as online courses.

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All courses are at affordable fees catering for Students, Vacists, Professionals and
Anyone who wants to start a career in ICT or polish his/her ICT skills.

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Mak-AI Multilingual AI for Health Challenge – Fully Online

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Makerere University Centre for Artificial Intelligence (Mak-AI) Multilingual AI for Health Challenge is now open fully online on Zindi, Deadline: 21st July 2026. College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

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The Makerere University Centre for Artificial Intelligence (Mak-AI) Multilingual AI for Health Challenge is now open on Zindi; inviting innovators, researchers, and developers to build AI systems that answer health questions in African languages such as Luganda, Kiswahili, Akan, and Amharic.

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Call for Applications: Certificate in Health Informatics (June 2026 Intake)

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Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) invites applications for the June 2026 intake of its 4-week Certificate in Health Informatics short course, designed to equip professionals with practical skills to use data and digital technologies to improve healthcare delivery.

Course Overview

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) are transforming healthcare delivery across Africa. However, many professionals are trained in either health or informatics, creating a gap in the effective use of digital solutions in healthcare.

This course is tailored to bridge that gap by equipping participants with practical knowledge and skills to design, implement, and manage health information systems. Through case-based learning and real-world examples, participants will explore how technology can improve healthcare delivery, particularly in resource-constrained settings.

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To equip health professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively implement and utilise health informatics for improved healthcare service delivery.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Apply Health Information Technology (HIT) to improve healthcare systems
Understand and use Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), including integration and interoperability
Manage digital health innovations such as telemedicine, mHealth, and wearable technologies
Apply data analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) concepts
Address ethical issues in health data, including privacy, security, and governance

Course Modules

Health Information Technology
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Electronic Health Records
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Healthcare Data Collection and Management

Course Schedule

Dates: 1^st June – 30^th June 2026
Duration: 4 weeks
Sessions: Daily (2 hours)
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EAT)
Mode: Online (Zoom)

Target Audience

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Health professionals (doctors, nurses, pharmacists)
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Statisticians, data managers, and social scientists
IT professionals and health IT implementers
Medical science graduates

Applicants should have relevant experience or interest in improving healthcare delivery using technology and be willing to work in multidisciplinary teams.