Mark Wamai, Author at Makerere University News

Screenshot: IAU Virtual Discussion on COVID-19

IAU Discussion on COVID-19

The discussion organized by the International Association of Universities (IAU) on the effect of COVID-19 on higher education was instructive. I shared our experiences and how...

French Ambassador to Uganda-H.E. Jules-Armand Aniambossou (C) flanked by Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng (2nd R), Hon. Dr. Elioda Tumwesigye (2nd L) and Prof. Damalie Nakanjako (L) listen as Dr. Misaki Wayengera (R) unveils the COVID-19 Rapid Antibody Test Kits on 17th March 2021, CHS, Makerere University.

Health5 years ago

Mak Launches Homegrown COVID-19 Rapid Antibody Test Kits

By: Harriet Adong, Mak-RIF Communications Officer The afternoon of Wednesday March 17th, 2021 saw Makerere University’s Department of Immunology and Molecular Biology, College of Health Sciences...

The Late President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. John Pombe Joseph Magufuli. PHOTO | FILE | NMG

General5 years ago

Tribute to H.E. Dr. (h.c.) John Pombe Joseph Magufuli

The sun has set on the trailblazing legacy of a gallant son of Africa, the star that shone brightly from Chato, the late H.E. Dr. (h.c.)...

Dr. Misaki Wayengera responds to questions from the Media during the launch of his innovation - COVID-19 Rapid Antibody Test Kits on 17th March 2021, CHS, Makerere University. Courtesy photo

VC's Diary5 years ago

Congratulations Dr. Wayengera on COVID-19 Rapid Test Kit

I congratulate Dr. Misaki Wayengera on his innovation of a COVID-19 Rapid Antibody Test Kit launched by the Minister of Health Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng...

A screenshot of the 2021 QS Rankings by the subject of Development Studies showing Makerere University's global position.

VC's Diary5 years ago

Mak’s 2021 QS Ranking in the Social Sciences

As we continue to uphold our great performance in medical programmes, I am impressed with our 2021 ranking in the social sciences. Makerere is ranked 45th...

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd L) presents the Award to a female beneficiary as MCFSP Coordinator-Dr. Justine Namaalwa (R) and MCFSP Selection Committee Chairperson-Dr. Muhammad Ntale (2nd R) witness on 12th March 2021, CTF2 Auditorium, Makerere University.

General5 years ago

Vice Chancellor urges MCF Scholars to be Responsible Leaders

By Bernard B. Buteera The Vice Chancellor of Makerere University Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, urged Scholars of Mastercard Foundation (MCF) to strive to become responsible leaders and...

PhD Granduands stand for the anthems during Day 1 of the 69th Graduation Ceremony on 15th January 2019, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda

General5 years ago

Excellence in Africa – 100 PhDs for Africa Programme: 2021 Call For Proposals

The EXAF Centre is initiating a new programme called “100 PhDs for Africa”, as part of the Excellence in Africa initiative, jointly launched by UM6P (the...

Betty Kivumbi Nannyonga has a PhD in mathematics and several post doctorate degrees in various mathematical disciplines from various universities. PHOTO/ Godfrey Lugaaju.

In Press5 years ago

Math icon wants people to fall in love with numbers

By Deus Bugembe As a Primary Three Pupil at St. Clement Primary School, Ntusi in Sembablule District, Betty Kivumbi Nannyonga survived being another child broken by...

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (R) gets acquainted with Virtual Reality (VR) in the African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics (ACE), Uganda during the IDI AGM on 15th March 2021, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

VC's Diary5 years ago

IDI AGM and Data Centre Tour

At the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI), Makerere University, I have toured and received a demonstration of the services of the...