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.

Click link below for start dates and to register:

https://forms.gle/eTVwcAfBGXaVLL9b7

• 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.

Contact Information

E-mail: psd.cis@mak.ac.ug
Call/WhatsApp: +256 752 779964 | +256 701 806656 | +256 752 373023
URL: https://cocis.mak.ac.ug/cipsd/

What happens when AI speaks African languages?

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.

This challenge focuses on improving access to trusted maternal, sexual, and reproductive health information for communities across Africa, especially in low-resource settings.

• Win up to $5,000 USD
• Fully Online
• Open until 21 July 2026

If you’re passionate about AI, language technologies, and building solutions with real social impact, this is your chance to contribute.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4u5VrFG

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.

Course Aim

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
• Adoption and Diffusion of Healthcare IT
• Clinical Decision Support Systems
• Electronic Health Records
• Healthcare IT Industry & Global Policies
• Telemedicine
• Ethics, Security, Confidentiality & Privacy of Health Records
• 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

This course is suitable for:

• Health professionals (doctors, nurses, pharmacists)
• Paramedical personnel and hospital administrators
• 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.

Course Fees

• UGX 800,000—Ugandans & East African Community participants
• USD 250 —International participants

How to Apply

Interested applicants should complete the online application form:

Application Link: https://forms.gle/Z5dzhEFHmBE6fV8CA
Application Deadline: Monday, 18^th May 2026

Registration Procedure

• Successful applicants will be notified within two (2) weeks of application
• Admitted participants will receive an admission letter and payment details
• A minimum of 80% of the course fee must be paid to confirm participation
• Proof of payment (deposit slip) should be sent to: imutyaba@musph.ac.ug

A Zoom link and joining instructions will be shared with registered participants prior to the start of the course.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, please contact:

Course Coordinator
Ms. Irene Wanyana
iwanyana@musph.ac.ug
+256 774 968 944

Course Administrator
Mr. Ivan Mutyaba
imutyaba@musph.ac.ug
+256 785 510385