Eve Nakyanzi, Author at Makerere University News

Left to Right: Prof. Gorretti Nassanga, Dr. John Baptist Imokola, Ms. Harriet Sebaana, Dr. Wilson Kaija, Dr. Aisha Nakiwala, Dr. Charlotte Ntulume and other colleagues lay a wreath on Dr. Brian Semujju's casket in St. Francis Chapel on 5th August 2025. Funeral service in honour of Dr. Brian Semujju-Senior Lecturer, Department of Journalism and Communication, School of Languages Literature and Communication, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), 5th August 2025, St. Francis Chapel, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Dr. Brian Semujju: A Bright Burning Torch Extinguished

The Makerere University fraternity is mourning the loss of a dedicated and hardworking academic, Dr. Brian Semujju. At the time of his passing, Dr. Semujju was...

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi addresses freshmen and women at the Freedom Square on 4th August 2025. Makerere University officially kicks off 2025/2026 academic year with a Freshers’ Orientation at the Freedom Square on Monday 4th August 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General3 days ago

Academic Year 2025/2026 at Makerere Begins With Freshers’ Orientation

Makerere University officially kicked off the 2025/2026 academic year with a Freshers’ Orientation held at the Freedom Square on Monday 4th August 2025. The event was...

Minister of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development-Hon. Judith Nabakooba officially opens the Conference as Prof. Moses Musinguzi (Rear Right) and Dr. Lydia Mazzi Kayondo (Rear Left) witness. Makerere University, through College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT), proudly hosted the first-ever Joint 8th Advances in Geomatics Research Conference (AGRC) and 14th Eastern Africa Land Administration Network (EALAN) Conference, 31st Jul-1st Aug 2025, Kabira Country Club, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Engineering, Art & Tech7 days ago

Makerere University Hosts the 1st Joint AGRC and EALAN Gathering

Makerere University, through its College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT), proudly hosted the first-ever Joint 8th Advances in Geomatics Research Conference (AGRC) and 14th...

Left to Right: MD and CEO NEC-Lt. Gen. James Mugira conducts a symbolic handover of keys to the Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe as 91st Guild President-H.E. Ssentamu Churchill James, Principal CEES and Ag. DVCFA-Prof. Anthony Muwagga Mugagga, Deputy University Secretary-Mr. Simon Kizito and Deputy Dean of Students-Dr. Rodney Rugyema witness on 25th July 2025. The National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) hands over fully refurbished Mary Stuart Hall. The renovation, which cost UGX 10.5 billion, began on 26th July 2024 and was completed exactly a year later, on 25th July 2025. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General2 weeks ago

NEC Hands Over Refurbished Mary Stuart Hall to Mak

The National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) has successfully delivered yet another milestone project to Makerere University with the handover of a fully refurbished Mary Stuart Hall. The...

An elevated shot of the IDI-McKinnell Knowledge Centre (Left) and the Department of Pharmacy Building (Right) with the array of solar panels. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe inaugurated the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere University's ground-breaking 384kWp solar-powered electricity grid, Africa’s largest campus-based solar system, July 24, 2024, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General2 weeks ago

IDI Launches Africa’s Largest Campus-Based 384KWp Solar System

The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere University on July 24, 2025 launched a ground-breaking 384kWp solar-powered electricity grid, Africa’s largest campus-based solar system. Inaugurated by...

Mr. Besweri Wandera's casket in St. Francis Chapel as Rev. Scovia Kumakech leads the service. Funeral Service in honour Mr. Besweri Wandera, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Sports Science, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), 24th July 2025, St. Francis Chapel, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General2 weeks ago

Mr. Besweri Wandera: A Devoted Teacher, Scholar & Researcher Gone too suddenly

By Eve Nakyanzi and Ritah Namisango Makerere University with deep sorrow received the news of the passing of one of its staff members, Mr. Besweri Wandera,...

Vice Chancellor stands with the first female student of Gondar University, Ethiopia at the 70th Anniversary celebrations

VC's Diary3 weeks ago

Congratulations Gondar University

At the celebrations of the 70th anniversary of Gondar University in Ethiopia, I have met the first female student of the university. I have also participated...

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and President of Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center signing Memorandum of Understanding as other officials witness

VC's Diary3 weeks ago

Strengthening Ophthalmology With SYSU China

I signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the President of the Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center at Sun Yat-sen University. We have agreed to collaborate in advancing ophthalmology...

Rev. Scovia Kumakech (Right), University Leadership, Family and Friends join in song during Prof. Livingstone Luboobi's emotional send-off on 18th July 2025. Funeral service in honour of Professor Livingstone Sserwadda Luboobi, 18th July 2025, St. Francis Chapel, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General3 weeks ago

Simplicity, Service & Scholarship: Hallmarks of Professor Livingstone Luboobi’s Legacy

On Wednesday 16th July 2025, Makerere University lost one of its most cherished sons, Professor Livingstone Sserwadda Luboobi. Described as a mathematician, academic leader, and humble...