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H.E. Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo and His Grace Paul Ssemogerere flanked by Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Rev. Fr. Josephat Ddungu, clergy and other officials cut cake at the thanksgiving Mass on 12th April 2026. Marking 85 years of St. Augustine Chapel under the theme, “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you, O Lord,” thanksgiving Mass led by His Grace, Paul Ssemogerere, Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kampala, and Chief Guest as Vice President H.E. Maj. (Rtd)  Jessica Alupo, April 12, 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. H.E. Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo and His Grace Paul Ssemogerere flanked by Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Rev. Fr. Josephat Ddungu, clergy and other officials cut cake at the thanksgiving Mass on 12th April 2026. Marking 85 years of St. Augustine Chapel under the theme, “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you, O Lord,” thanksgiving Mass led by His Grace, Paul Ssemogerere, Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kampala, and Chief Guest as Vice President H.E. Maj. (Rtd)  Jessica Alupo, April 12, 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Still Standing, Still Serving: St. Augustine Chapel Celebrates 85-Year Milestone at Makerere University

As Makerere University marked 85 years of St. Augustine Chapel on April 12, 2026, the historic sanctuary came alive with...
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Pre-Entry Examination for Admission to the Bachelor of Laws for 2026/2027 AY
The Chancellor-Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga presents Makerere's Century Publication to Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi on 9th April 2026. Public lecture and high-level dialogue on health financing organised by Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, Keynote: Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi, PSST, Theme “Investing in Health for Uganda’s Future: Delivering Vision 2040 through Smart and Sustainable Health Financing”, 9th April 2026, MakSPH Auditorium, Main Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Chancellor-Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga presents Makerere's Century Publication to Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi on 9th April 2026. Public lecture and high-level dialogue on health financing organised by Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, Keynote: Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi, PSST, Theme “Investing in Health for Uganda’s Future: Delivering Vision 2040 through Smart and Sustainable Health Financing”, 9th April 2026, MakSPH Auditorium, Main Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Health Is Not Charity: Inside Uganda’s Treasury Rethink on Financing
Seated: Prof. Robert Wamala (2nd R), Prof. Fred Masagazi Masaazi (R), Prof. Ronald Bisaso (L) with the project team Dr. Harriet Nabushawo Mutambo (2nd L) and Standing: Prof. Paul Muyinda Birevu (2nd R), Dr. Harriet Najjemba (2nd L), Dr. Richard Kajumbula (R) and Ms. Hope Musiime (L) at the launch. Institute of Open, Distance and e-Learning (IODel), College of Education and External Studies (CEES) in collaboration with a consortium of 21 partner institutions from 13 countries across Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa launch of Critical Virtual Exchange in Artificial Intelligence (CVEinAI) project funded by the European Union and Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (MakRIF), 25th March 2026, AVU Conference Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Seated: Prof. Robert Wamala (2nd R), Prof. Fred Masagazi Masaazi (R), Prof. Ronald Bisaso (L) with the project team Dr. Harriet Nabushawo Mutambo (2nd L) and Standing: Prof. Paul Muyinda Birevu (2nd R), Dr. Harriet Najjemba (2nd L), Dr. Richard Kajumbula (R) and Ms. Hope Musiime (L) at the launch. Institute of Open, Distance and e-Learning (IODel), College of Education and External Studies (CEES) in collaboration with a consortium of 21 partner institutions from 13 countries across Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa launch of Critical Virtual Exchange in Artificial Intelligence (CVEinAI) project funded by the European Union and Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (MakRIF), 25th March 2026, AVU Conference Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University holds Open Day for Critical Virtual Exchange in Artificial Intelligence

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Some of the participants that attended DataFest Kampala hosted by RAN from 29th to 30th of April 2021. RAN Innovation Lab, ResilientAfrica Network (RAN), School of Public Health Annex, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Plot 28, House 30, Upper Kololo Terrace, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Short Course Announcement: Basic Data Analysis

The Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Makerere University School of Public Health is offering training in Basic Data Analysis over...
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World Bank’s Focus on Primary Education Blamed for University Struggles in Africa
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Prof. Peter Anyang' Nyong'o, Makerere University Alumnus, MP and Minister of Medical Services, Government of Kenya, gave a keynote address at the Dinner, 3rd December 2011, Makerere University Main Hall.
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Makerere honours late Dr. Joshua Baitwa Mugyenyi

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Graduands of the 2025 Certificate Course in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (CWASH) pose for a group photo at the Makerere University School of Public Health, following the successful completion of the short course in July 2025. Makerere University School of Public Health, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Course Announcement: Certificate in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (CWASH) – 2026
Ms. Reeta Roy receiving a gift from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars and alumni Community at Makerere University. Celebrating 13 years of a significant partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and honorary Doctor of Laws conferred upon Ms. Reeta Roy, the Founding President and CEO of the Mastercard Foundation, 27th February 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Celebrates the Last Cohort of Phase One Graduates
Participants pose for a group photo on the opening day of the training, 30th March 2026. College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) in collaboration with the Uganda Red Cross Society, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, and Vienna University of Technology, Austria, comprehensive two-day training on Integrated Fecal Sludge and Solid Waste Management, 30th-31st March 2026, School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bioengineering Conference Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CPUg Project Equips Waste Management Personnel with Essential Skills
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Call for Participants: 2026 Hainan International Youth Cultural Exchange Program
Ms. Jolly Okumu speaks at the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Giveback to Bwera Primary School, Kabale in partnership with dfcu Bank on 1st April 2026. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Giveback, in partnership with dfcu Bank, handover five-classroom block equipped with 60 bench desks, four-stance modern pit latrine, and a 10,000-litre rainwater harvesting system on 1st April 2026 to Bwera Primary School in Kabale District, Uganda, East Africa.
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New Classroom Block brings Relief to Bwera Primary School
L-R: Cyril Desponts, Hassan Zamani, Prof. Edward Bbaale, Assoc. Prof. Eria Hisali, Liz Mukasa Samula, and Assoc. Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu. Strategic partnership engagement with delegation from the World Bank ahead of the African Meeting of the Econometric Society scheduled to take place in June 2027 preceded by the Econometric Society Summer School, 1st April 2026, Office of the Principal, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak CoBAMS holds strategic partnership engagement with World Bank
A screenshot of some of the speakers at the high-level webinar. A high-level webinar hosted by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships in collaboration with the Directorate of Graduate Training at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa reinforces urgent need for early engagement with research ethics, drawing over 500 participants in attendance and close to 980 registrations to discuss ethical approval processes and responsible research conduct, 9th April 2026.
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“Start with Ethics”: Makerere Webinar Rallies Researchers to Prioritize Ethical Approval from Day One
L-R: Dr. Zaina Nakabuye, Dr. Jude Mugarura, Dr. Agnes Sansa, Dr. Sizile Makola, Prof Edward Bbaale and Dr. Anthony Tibaingana at the 8th April 2026 meeting in the Office of the Principal. Principal of the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS), Prof. Edward Bbaale welcomes Dr. Sizile Makola, a Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management from the University of South Africa (UNISA), to the College and Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa, 8th April 2026.
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Mak CoBAMS Hosts UNISA’s Dr. Sizile Makola
Participants pose for a group photo after the training on 10th April 2026. Intensive, hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for College Registrars and Senior IT Technicians, 10th April 2026, Lecture Room 4.1 Computer Lab, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Hands-On RIMS Training Equips Makerere University College Registrars to Power Graduate Success and Research Excellence
Side elevation of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Phase II complex under construction on the Main Campus. Construction of Phase II of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Complex, Eastern Gate, Main Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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The Vice President H.E Jessica Alupo (5th L), with the Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd L), the Chaplain Rev. Fr. Josephat Ddungu (6th L) pose for a commemorative photo with other University officials at St. Augustine Chapel ahead of the Holy Mass and the Fundraising Event for the expansion of the Student Centre. Marking 85 years of St. Augustine Chapel under the theme, “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you, O Lord,” thanksgiving Mass led by His Grace, Paul Ssemogerere, Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kampala, and Chief Guest as Vice President H.E. Maj. (Rtd)  Jessica Alupo, April 12, 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Vice President H.E Jessica Alupo (5th L), with the Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd L), the Chaplain Rev. Fr. Josephat Ddungu (6th L) pose for a commemorative photo with other University officials at St. Augustine Chapel ahead of the Holy Mass and the Fundraising Event for the expansion of the Student Centre. Marking 85 years of St. Augustine Chapel under the theme, “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you, O Lord,” thanksgiving Mass led by His Grace, Paul Ssemogerere, Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kampala, and Chief Guest as Vice President H.E. Maj. (Rtd)  Jessica Alupo, April 12, 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Congratulations St. Augustine Chapel, My Spiritual and genuine lover, upon celebrating 85 years!
Participants pose for a group photo after the training on 10th April 2026. Intensive, hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for College Registrars and Senior IT Technicians, 10th April 2026, Lecture Room 4.1 Computer Lab, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Participants pose for a group photo after the training on 10th April 2026. Intensive, hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for College Registrars and Senior IT Technicians, 10th April 2026, Lecture Room 4.1 Computer Lab, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Hands-On RIMS Training Equips Makerere University College Registrars to Power Graduate Success and Research Excellence
Hainan University, China. Courtesy photo. Hainan University, China. Courtesy photo.
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Call for Participants: 2026 Hainan International Youth Cultural Exchange Program
Ms. Jolly Okumu speaks at the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Giveback to Bwera Primary School, Kabale in partnership with dfcu Bank on 1st April 2026. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Giveback, in partnership with dfcu Bank, handover five-classroom block equipped with 60 bench desks, four-stance modern pit latrine, and a 10,000-litre rainwater harvesting system on 1st April 2026 to Bwera Primary School in Kabale District, Uganda, East Africa. Ms. Jolly Okumu speaks at the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Giveback to Bwera Primary School, Kabale in partnership with dfcu Bank on 1st April 2026. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Giveback, in partnership with dfcu Bank, handover five-classroom block equipped with 60 bench desks, four-stance modern pit latrine, and a 10,000-litre rainwater harvesting system on 1st April 2026 to Bwera Primary School in Kabale District, Uganda, East Africa.
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New Classroom Block brings Relief to Bwera Primary School
Ms. Reeta Roy receiving a gift from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars and alumni Community at Makerere University. Celebrating 13 years of a significant partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and honorary Doctor of Laws conferred upon Ms. Reeta Roy, the Founding President and CEO of the Mastercard Foundation, 27th February 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Ms. Reeta Roy receiving a gift from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars and alumni Community at Makerere University. Celebrating 13 years of a significant partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and honorary Doctor of Laws conferred upon Ms. Reeta Roy, the Founding President and CEO of the Mastercard Foundation, 27th February 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Celebrates the Last Cohort of Phase One Graduates
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Application for Admission to Graduate Programmes 2026/27

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Graduands of the 2025 Certificate Course in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (CWASH) pose for a group photo at the Makerere University School of Public Health, following the successful completion of the short course in July 2025. Makerere University School of Public Health, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Course Announcement: Certificate in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (CWASH) – 2026

Update: Application deadline extended to 30th April 2026 Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) is pleased to announce the...
Side elevation of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Phase II complex under construction on the Main Campus. Construction of Phase II of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Complex, Eastern Gate, Main Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Side elevation of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Phase II complex under construction on the Main Campus. Construction of Phase II of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Complex, Eastern Gate, Main Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere’s Quiet Case for Investment in Public Health Infrastructure
Prof. Rhoda Wanyenze, Dean of MakSPH and Principal Investigator of METS signs to transition the digital health systems and assets to the Ministry of Health on 31st March 2026. Transition of Uganda’s digital health systems and assets built over 15 years through the Makerere University School of Public Health Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (MakSPH-METS) Program with funding from the U.S. Government to the Ministry of Health (MoH), 31st March 2026, MoH Headquarters, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Rhoda Wanyenze, Dean of MakSPH and Principal Investigator of METS signs to transition the digital health systems and assets to the Ministry of Health on 31st March 2026. Transition of Uganda’s digital health systems and assets built over 15 years through the Makerere University School of Public Health Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (MakSPH-METS) Program with funding from the U.S. Government to the Ministry of Health (MoH), 31st March 2026, MoH Headquarters, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak Transitions $100 Million Digital Health Systems Assets to Health Ministry
Dr. Harriet Aber Ondoga takes her seat in the Freedom Square during Makerere University’s 76th Graduation Ceremony on February 25, 2026. Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Dr. Harriet Aber Odonga, “Substance Use among Children in Mbale, Uganda: Health System Landscape and Support Structures,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa."
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Harriet Aber’s Research Uncovers Uganda’s Hidden Crisis of Child Substance Use
Some of the Medical Students that attended the White Coat Ceremony pose for the camera. White Coat Ceremony for Medical students, 12th March 2026, College of Health Sciences, Mulago Campus, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Wear the white coat with humility
Commuter minibuses to various destinations in one of Kampala's Taxi Parks. Photo: Katumba Badru. New study by Dr. Linda Kyomuhendo Jovia, medical doctor and Master of Public Health graduate Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa, cross-sectional survey of 422 drivers across Old, New, Kisenyi, Usafi, Namirembe, Nakawa, and Nateete parks, symptoms of depression (65.6%), anxiety affected more than 70%, and stress an estimated 82%, March 2026.
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82% Stressed: Uncovering the Hidden Mental Health Burden Among Kampala’s Taxi Drivers
At the centre, Henry Komakech stands next to his Opponent, Prof. Stella Neema, celebrating the successful defence of his doctoral thesis, alongside members of his examining team: External Examiner Dr. Stephen Langole, Internal Examiner Dr. Aloysius Ssennyonjo and Supervisors Prof. Christopher Garimoi Orach and Dr. Lynn M. Atuyambe, and Doctoral Committee member Dr. Juliet Kiguli. The defence meeting was chaired by Assoc. Prof. Christine Nalwadda, Head, Department of Community Health and Behavioural Sciences, on December 19, 2025. Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Dr. Henry Komakech, “Effects of the Repatriation of Refugees on the Health Services of the Host Populations in the West Nile Districts of Arua, Moyo, and Adjumani,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Where Garimoi Orach Built the Field, Komakech Studied Its Exit: Advancing Health Systems Resilience Amid Refugee Arrivals & Repatriation
PhD Graduates from the School of Public Health and College of Health Sciences with Professor Christopher Garimoi Orach (Rear) at the 76th Graduation Ceremony. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health (MakSPH). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Graduation Underscores Investment in Africa’s Public Health Capacity
A photo collage of top researchers from the Makerere University School of Public Health L-R: Dr. David Musoke, Assoc. Prof. Peter Waiswa and Juliana Namutundu. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health (MakSPH) Vice Chancellors Research Excellence Awards. 25th February 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Three MakSPH Faculty Honoured with Makerere University Research Excellence Awards 2026
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Whitney Najjuka, the best overall student of the Bachelor of Journalism and Communication this year with a CGPA of 4.46. She is set to graduate from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on Day 4 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony on Friday 27th February 2026 in the Freedom Square.
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Meet Najjuka Whitney, The Girl Who Missed Law and Found Her Voice

On the morning of Friday, February 27, when the academic procession winds its way across Makerere University’s Freedom Square for...
DVC (AA) Prof. Sarah Ssali hands over a plaque to Dr. Pamela Khanakwa during CHUSS End of year party on 12th December 2025. Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. DVC (AA) Prof. Sarah Ssali hands over a plaque to Dr. Pamela Khanakwa during CHUSS End of year party on 12th December 2025. Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation
Lead Facilitator-Dr. William Tayebwa (Centre) with facilitators and participants on Day Two of the training at Makerere University. Ugandan journalists specialized training on peace and gender-sensitive reporting to ensure responsible media coverage during the election period, held 8th-9th January 2026 at Makerere University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences Smart Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa organized by the Women’s Situation Room (WSR). Lead Facilitator-Dr. William Tayebwa (Centre) with facilitators and participants on Day Two of the training at Makerere University. Ugandan journalists specialized training on peace and gender-sensitive reporting to ensure responsible media coverage during the election period, held 8th-9th January 2026 at Makerere University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences Smart Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa organized by the Women’s Situation Room (WSR).
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Ugandan Journalists Trained on Peace and Gender-Sensitive Reporting Ahead of 2026 Elections
College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) invests over UGX 100 million in acquisition and installation of state-of-the-art interactive smart screens, marking a major step in strengthening digital teaching and learning at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences3 months ago

CHUSS Invests Over UGX 100 Million in Interactive Smart Screens, Upgrades Teaching Infrastructure
A section of the officer in a group photo at the entrance of the School of Social Sciences, Makerere University. More than 130 cadet officers from Uganda Military Academy (UMA) in Kasambya orientation on library use and access to electronic resources as part of preparations for the Bachelor’s Degree in Defence Studies, 20th November 2025, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Over 130 Cadet Officers Oriented on Library Use at Makerere University
Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta (4th Left) and Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (3rd Left) with Left to Right: Prof. Josephine Ahikire, Prof. Robert Wamala, Prof. Andrew Ellias State, Assoc. Prof. Edgar Nabutanyi, Dr. Pamela Khanakwa, Mr. Tom Tibaijuka with a dummy of the book "Reclaiming Learning" at the event on 11th December 2025. College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) on 11th December 2025 celebrated the launch of five scholarly books, marking a significant milestone in the College’s contribution to academic research and discourse, Senior Common Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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College of Humanities and Social Sciences Launches Five Groundbreaking Publications
Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (Left) and Prof. Ruth Nsibirano (Right) show off the book at the launch. Makerere University Press launch of highly anticipated book “Gender, Social Norms and Agency: Perspectives from East Africa”, Edited by Professor Paul Bukuluki and Dr. Daphine Agaba Kabagambe. November 2025, Golf Course Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Press launches a Groundbreaking Book “Gender, Social Norms and Agency: Perspectives from East Africa,” Sparking a New Era of Collaborative Action for Gender Equality in the Region
Hon. Norbert Mao (Centre) flanked by Hon. Loice Biira Bwambale (To his Left), Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (To his Right), Hon. Hope Mwesigye (4th Right) and other officials at the Conference on 19th November 2025. World Philosophy Day celebrations 19th–20th November 2025, organized by the Department of Philosophy, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) in collaboration with the School of Law, UNESCO and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung under the theme: “30 Years of the 1995 Constitution: Gains, Pitfalls and Prospects.” Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Hon. Mao Urges African States to Institutionalise Accountability in Governance
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.
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Dr. Brian Semujju: A Bright Burning Torch Extinguished
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A screenshot of some of the speakers at the high-level webinar. A high-level webinar hosted by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships in collaboration with the Directorate of Graduate Training at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa reinforces urgent need for early engagement with research ethics, drawing over 500 participants in attendance and close to 980 registrations to discuss ethical approval processes and responsible research conduct, 9th April 2026.
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“Start with Ethics”: Makerere Webinar Rallies Researchers to Prioritize Ethical Approval from Day One

By Moses Lutaaya Kampala — A high-level webinar hosted by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships in collaboration with...
High-level workshop of regulators, academic leaders, and research ethics committees focused on improving coordination, efficiency, and accountability in research oversight, 19th March 2026, Conference Room, School of Business, CoBAMS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. High-level workshop of regulators, academic leaders, and research ethics committees focused on improving coordination, efficiency, and accountability in research oversight, 19th March 2026, Conference Room, School of Business, CoBAMS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Strengthens Research Ethics as Leaders Call for Reforms in Governance, Integrity, and Student Support
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Consolidating Early Career Academics Programme (CECAP II) Fellows Hold Progress Reporting Workshop
Call for PhD Student Fellowships under Harnessing Health Data Science capacity to strengthen evidence-based interventions, policy and response to the HIV/AIDS Epidemic in Uganda (H-DATA) training grant, funded by the NIH through Fogarty International Center (Grant Number D43TW013056). A collaborative effort of multiple principal investigators from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa and University of California, San Francisco, USA.
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Call for PhD Student Fellowships under H-DATA
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International Fellows Recruitment – Wellcome Sanger Institute
Left to Right: Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu, Mr. David Kisitu and Dr. Peter Babyenda at the launch of the Platform. Makerere University launch of Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF)-funded knowledge-sharing platform designed to bridge research, education, and community outreach, with the aim of accelerating innovation and economic development in Uganda, December 2025, Kampala Sheraton Hotel, East Africa.
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Makerere University Launches Knowledge-Sharing Platform to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth
A photo moment of the attending delegation from Tsinghua University and some members of Top Management. Makerere University high-level meeting between Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and a delegation from Tsinghua University’s Hefei Institute for Public Safety Research, one of China’s leading centres of excellence in disaster prevention, public safety, and emergency management led by Dean Prof. Huan HongYong, Friday December 12, 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Explores Strategic Partnership with Tsinghua University in Safety Science, Disaster Resilience and Public Health
RMIT University Australia's Centre for African Engagement (CAE). Photo: ImageFX - Photorealistic
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RMIT Centre for African Engagement (CAE) PhD Scholarships
Collaborative study by Makerere University and the Ministry of Public Service titled “Impact of Salary Enhancement on the Performance of Secondary School Teachers in Uganda,” was funded by the Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF), handover of report by Dr. Cyprian Misinde, Director Quality Assurance to Minister Hon. Wilson Muruli Mukasa, 13th November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University and Ministry of Public Service Study Reveals Impact of Salary Enhancement on Teacher Performance in Uganda
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