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Thank You NCBA

Published

1 week ago

July 9, 2025

Left to Right: NCBA Bank CEO-Mr. Mark Muyobo, MakEF Board Chairperson-Dr. Maggie Kigozi and the Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe hold the dummy cheque unveiling the UGX 1.45 billion sponsorship for the Makerere Marathon for the next five years

This evening, together with Dr. Maggie Kigozi, Chairperson of the Makerere University Endowment Fund Board, I had the honour of unveiling NCBA Bank Uganda as the Platinum Sponsor of the Makerere Marathon 2025 (MakMarathon 2025) the first ever international-standard full marathon hosted at our esteemed institution.

In a remarkable show of commitment, NCBA Bank Uganda has pledged UGX 1.45 billion to support this marathon over the next five years. The proceeds from the inaugural event, which will take place on 17th August 2025, will go towards enhancing the One Stop Disability Support Centre at Makerere University.

During the unveiling ceremony, NCBA Bank CEO, Mr. Anthony Muyobo, also expressed the Bank’s intention to support both research initiatives at the University and tuition assistance for financially disadvantaged students. We are deeply grateful to NCBA for this substantial investment in our University and in the future of our youth.

I take this opportunity to call upon all students, staff, alumni, their families, and well-wishers to purchase marathon kits and actively participate in this exciting event. MakMarathon 2025 promises to be more than just a race — it will feature a vibrant music festival and a variety of fun activities, transforming the day into a true Makerere Family Day.

Thank you, NCBA Bank Uganda.

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