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Students in discussion groups at Freedom Square. Students in discussion groups at Freedom Square.
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Undergraduate Admission Lists 2026/2027

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released admission lists of candidates admitted under the Talented Sports Men & Women, Disability...
Main Building in the background. Photo taken on 1st April 2026 Main Building in the background. Photo taken on 1st April 2026
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Freshers’ Joining Instructions 2026/2027
Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (Center) with Dr. Winnie Kabumbuli, members of staff, current and former student leaders at the 2026/2027 Freshers orientation held at the Freedom Square on 3rd August 2026. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (Center) with Dr. Winnie Kabumbuli, members of staff, current and former student leaders at the 2026/2027 Freshers orientation held at the Freedom Square on 3rd August 2026. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Welcomes 2026/2027 Freshers
From right are the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Sarah Ssali; Dr. James Magara; the Chairperson of the Makerere University Council, Dr. Lorna Magara; the Dean of Students, Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli; the St. Francis Chaplain, Dr. Lydia Kitayimbwa; Mr. Samuel Kizito; the Academic Registrar, Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza; and the Deputy Principal of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Prof. Awich Eric Ochen. From right are the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Sarah Ssali; Dr. James Magara; the Chairperson of the Makerere University Council, Dr. Lorna Magara; the Dean of Students, Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli; the St. Francis Chaplain, Dr. Lydia Kitayimbwa; Mr. Samuel Kizito; the Academic Registrar, Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza; and the Deputy Principal of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Prof. Awich Eric Ochen.
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Makerere Staff Urged to Serve Students with Integrity, Compassion and Godly Wisdom

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Admission Lists with Subject Combinations 2024/25

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released admissions lists showing SUBJECT COMBINATIONS for the following programmes: Bachelor of Arts(ARTS),...
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Department of Food Science & Tech: 20th Anniversary
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CHS, LAW & MUBS admission lists
L-R: Gulu LC V Chairman Hon. Norbert Mao, Ps Grace Kityo(IACE) & Mzee Akera
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Rwot Ananiya Akera’s walk down memory lane
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College of Health Sciences Launch Week
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Faculty of Agric: Promoting value addition in Agricultural Production
The New Faculty of Technology Extension bdg, Makerere University Kampala
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Faculty of Technology launches Extension Block

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SPH and CHS Masters Graduands at the 76th Graduation Ceremony. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, College of Health Sciences and School of Public Health. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Admission Lists for Postgraduate Programmes 2026/27
Prof. Sarah Ssali (C) with Prof. Fredrick Jones Muyodi, the MakWC Team and Workshop Participants. Makerere University Writing Center (MakWC) minutes writing toolkit workshop for executive and administrative staff, opened by DVCAA Prof. Sarah Ssali, 4th August, 2026, Telepresence Hall, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Prof. Ssali makes strong case for Minutes Writing as MakWC Holds Staff Training
Participants pose for a group photo at the End of Project Workshop held 31st July 2026 at Makerere University. End of Project Workshop for “Strengthening Education and Research Capacity for Enhancing Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Natural Resources Use,” Makerere University, in partnership with Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences (Germany) and the Central University of Technology (South Africa), 31st July 2026, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University, Global Partners Strengthen Biodiversity Education & Research Through Innovation & Field-Based Learning
Part of the the pioneer cohort of the Certificate in Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence poses for a group photo on 7th August 2026 at Makerere University. Award ceremony for the pioneer cohort of the Certificate in Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence, a short course offered by the Department of Philosophy in the School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) with support from Konrad Adenauer Stiftung and UNESCO. 7th August 2026, Conference Hall, School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bioengineering, CAES, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
Humanities & Social Sciences6 days ago

Makerere University Awards Certificates to First Cohort of Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence
Director of the Directorate of Graduate Training, Prof. Julius Kikooma (C) with his staff at the Retreat. Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) Makerere University three-day strategic planning retreat, July 29–31, 2026, Royal Suites Hotel, Bugolobi, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Graduate Training Directorate Unveils Ambitious Five-Year Strategic Roadmap
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (L) presents Prof. Daniel Branch (C) with the Makerere necktie and Makerere@100 Coffee Table Book as Prof. Fred Masagazi Masaazi (R) witnesses during his visit on 13th February 2026. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak-RIF Bi-Annual Bulletin Issue 6: Jan-Jun 2026
Cover Page of the Makerere University Newsletter Apr-Jun 2026. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Newsletter Apr-Jun 2026
Moment of Truth! Hon. Eng. Cuthbert Abigaba (Centre) presents a trophy to the winning team as DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali, 92nd Vice Guild President-H.E. John Bosco Mubiru and other officials witness on 31st July 2026. East African Universities Debate Championships 2026 (EAUDC ZAABU) Closing Ceremony, 31st July 2026, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
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Makerere University Hosts Landmark East African Universities Debate Championships 2026
Mak-BSSR PhD-Level beneficiary Khamisi Musanje presents his research during a meeting at the College of Health Sciences (CHS). Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Call For Applications: Mak-BSSR Postdoc, PhD, Master’s Fellowship-level Training 2026
Part of the Mak Sharks Men receive their trophy at the UA Inaugural meet in April. Makerere University's Sports Excellence continues, Newsletter (April-June 2026), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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From the Pool to the Board Games to the Court: Makerere’s Sports Excellence continues

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L-R: Dr. Mike Barongo, Dr. Kizito Ongaya, Prof. Julius Kikooma and Prof. Sarah Ssali. Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) Orientation of newly admitted postgraduate diploma and master’s students, under the theme “Harnessing the Power of Graduate Training to Transform Africa’s Research Trajectory”, 11th August 2026, Main Hall, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. L-R: Dr. Mike Barongo, Dr. Kizito Ongaya, Prof. Julius Kikooma and Prof. Sarah Ssali. Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) Orientation of newly admitted postgraduate diploma and master’s students, under the theme “Harnessing the Power of Graduate Training to Transform Africa’s Research Trajectory”, 11th August 2026, Main Hall, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Urges New Postgraduates to Drive Africa’s Research and Development Agenda
R-L: Prof. Julius Kikooma, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Robert Wamala, Ms. Grace Cherotich Ruto and Dr. Kizito Ongaya at the orientation of the 2026/2027 PhD Cohort on 10th August 2026. Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) Orientation of the 2026/2027 cohort of PhD students, 10th August 2026, Main Hall, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. R-L: Prof. Julius Kikooma, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Robert Wamala, Ms. Grace Cherotich Ruto and Dr. Kizito Ongaya at the orientation of the 2026/2027 PhD Cohort on 10th August 2026. Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) Orientation of the 2026/2027 cohort of PhD students, 10th August 2026, Main Hall, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Charges New PhD Scholars to Produce Knowledge That Transforms Africa
Moment of Truth! Hon. Eng. Cuthbert Abigaba (Centre) presents a trophy to the winning team as DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali, 92nd Vice Guild President-H.E. John Bosco Mubiru and other officials witness on 31st July 2026. East African Universities Debate Championships 2026 (EAUDC ZAABU) Closing Ceremony, 31st July 2026, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. Moment of Truth! Hon. Eng. Cuthbert Abigaba (Centre) presents a trophy to the winning team as DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali, 92nd Vice Guild President-H.E. John Bosco Mubiru and other officials witness on 31st July 2026. East African Universities Debate Championships 2026 (EAUDC ZAABU) Closing Ceremony, 31st July 2026, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
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Makerere University Hosts Landmark East African Universities Debate Championships 2026
Cover Page of the Makerere University Newsletter Apr-Jun 2026. Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Cover Page of the Makerere University Newsletter Apr-Jun 2026. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Newsletter Apr-Jun 2026
Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) and Department of Journalism and Communication (DJC), College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) graduation of 33 professionals from the second cohort of the Certificate in Health Communication and Community Engagement, 31st July 2026, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) and Department of Journalism and Communication (DJC), College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) graduation of 33 professionals from the second cohort of the Certificate in Health Communication and Community Engagement, 31st July 2026, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakSPH, DJC Graduate Second Cohort in Health Communication
Prof. Sarah Ssali (C) with Prof. Fredrick Jones Muyodi, the MakWC Team and Workshop Participants. Makerere University Writing Center (MakWC) minutes writing toolkit workshop for executive and administrative staff, opened by DVCAA Prof. Sarah Ssali, 4th August, 2026, Telepresence Hall, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Sarah Ssali (C) with Prof. Fredrick Jones Muyodi, the MakWC Team and Workshop Participants. Makerere University Writing Center (MakWC) minutes writing toolkit workshop for executive and administrative staff, opened by DVCAA Prof. Sarah Ssali, 4th August, 2026, Telepresence Hall, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Prof. Ssali makes strong case for Minutes Writing as MakWC Holds Staff Training

Health and Medicine

Officials witness as Dr. David Musoke and Dr. Esther Buregyeya shake hands at the handover ceremony on 11th August 2026. Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) leadership transition, Department of Disease Control and Environmental Health, Dr. David Musoke takes over from Dr. Esther Buregyeya, 11th August 2026, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health1 day ago

Dr. Musoke Takes Over as Head of Disease Control & Environmental Health

The Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) has formally transitioned leadership of the Department of Disease Control and Environmental...
Mak-BSSR PhD-Level beneficiary Khamisi Musanje presents his research during a meeting at the College of Health Sciences (CHS). Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Mak-BSSR PhD-Level beneficiary Khamisi Musanje presents his research during a meeting at the College of Health Sciences (CHS). Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health6 days ago

Call For Applications: Mak-BSSR Postdoc, PhD, Master’s Fellowship-level Training 2026
The MakCHS Orientation Opening Ceremony in the Davies Lecture Theatre on 4th August 2026. Opening session of the Makerere University College of Health Sciences (MakCHS) Freshers' Orientation Ceremony, 4th August 2026, Davies Lecture Theatre, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The MakCHS Orientation Opening Ceremony in the Davies Lecture Theatre on 4th August 2026. Opening session of the Makerere University College of Health Sciences (MakCHS) Freshers' Orientation Ceremony, 4th August 2026, Davies Lecture Theatre, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakCHS 2026 Orientation begins: Freshers Urged to Prioritise Responsibility, Integrity and Academic Excellence
Providing Opportunities for Women in Entrepreneurship and Reproductive Health (POWER) is a Young Women Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator Program that nurtures and empowers women to lead, innovate, and build sustainable startups in SRHR/FP. SIHI, Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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SIHI Uganda Turning Community-Led Solutions into Better Health
Kickoff training for teams tasked with collecting data for the Uganda Population-Based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA) 2024-2025, held 19th May 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Auditorium, Main Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health4 weeks ago

Call For Applications: ACT-PREP Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (2)
Prof. Bruce Kirenga addresses the senior six students and their teachers on 10th July 2026. Makerere University College of Health Sciences (MakCHS) Career Fair for Ngora High School and Wiggins Secondary School guiding senior six science students on careers in health sciences and introducing them to the wide range of academic programmes offered by the College, 10th July 2026, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health1 month ago

College of Health Sciences Inspires Future Health Professionals at Career Fair
Congratulations Prof. Peter Waiswa. Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Promotes Prof. Peter Waiswa to Full Professor
Cover page of the MakSPH 2025 Annual Report. Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakSPH 2025 Annual Report: A Defining Year of Growth, Partnership and Public Health Impact
IDI Job Advert: Nurse (1), apply by 19th July 2026. Infectious Diseases Institute, Mulago, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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IDI Job Advert: Nurse (1)
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Part of the the pioneer cohort of the Certificate in Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence poses for a group photo on 7th August 2026 at Makerere University. Award ceremony for the pioneer cohort of the Certificate in Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence, a short course offered by the Department of Philosophy in the School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) with support from Konrad Adenauer Stiftung and UNESCO. 7th August 2026, Conference Hall, School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bioengineering, CAES, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
Humanities & Social Sciences6 days ago

Makerere University Awards Certificates to First Cohort of Critical Thinking and Social Intelligence

Makerere University today held a certificate award ceremony for the pioneer cohort of the Certificate in Critical Thinking and Social...
The Acting Vice Chancellor-Prof. Henry Alinaitwe (Centre) with royals and dignitaries at the Symposium on 21st May 2026. Inter-University Symposium on Pan-Africanism and Reparatory Justice held ahead 21st May 2025 of the Africa Day Celebrations with over 23 participating Universities, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Acting Vice Chancellor-Prof. Henry Alinaitwe (Centre) with royals and dignitaries at the Symposium on 21st May 2026. Inter-University Symposium on Pan-Africanism and Reparatory Justice held ahead 21st May 2025 of the Africa Day Celebrations with over 23 participating Universities, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences3 months ago

Symposium on Pan-Africanism and Reparatory Justice Ignites Debate on African Unity and Decolonisation of Systems
Yours2Read, Department of Literature, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa Short Story Competition 2026. Photo: Nano Banana 2. Yours2Read, Department of Literature, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa Short Story Competition 2026. Photo: Nano Banana 2.
Humanities & Social Sciences4 months ago

Makerere University Short Story Writing Competition 2026
Students from the Department of Performing Arts on 4th April 2025.
Education4 months ago

Special University Entry Examinations for the Diploma in Performing Arts 2026/27
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.
Humanities & Social Sciences6 months ago

Meet Najjuka Whitney, The Girl Who Missed Law and Found Her Voice
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.
Humanities & Social Sciences7 months ago

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).
Humanities & Social Sciences7 months ago

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 Sciences7 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.
Humanities & Social Sciences7 months ago

Over 130 Cadet Officers Oriented on Library Use at Makerere University
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Cover page of the CARTA Newsletter: Jan – June 2026. Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA)
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CARTA Newsletter: Jan – June 2026

The latest Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) Newsletter (Issue 22, January–June 2026), themed Research to Impact showcases...
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (L) presents Prof. Daniel Branch (C) with the Makerere necktie and Makerere@100 Coffee Table Book as Prof. Fred Masagazi Masaazi (R) witnesses during his visit on 13th February 2026. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (L) presents Prof. Daniel Branch (C) with the Makerere necktie and Makerere@100 Coffee Table Book as Prof. Fred Masagazi Masaazi (R) witnesses during his visit on 13th February 2026. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak-RIF Bi-Annual Bulletin Issue 6: Jan-Jun 2026
Prof. Tonny Oyana and Prof. Robert Wamala with participants at the close of the GRRP Training on 24th July 2026. Closing Ceremony of the three-day Good Research Regulatory Practice (GRRP) Course for members of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) from Makerere University and other institutions organized by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP) at Makerere University in partnership with the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST), 24th July 2026, MakSPH Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Tonny Oyana and Prof. Robert Wamala with participants at the close of the GRRP Training on 24th July 2026. Closing Ceremony of the three-day Good Research Regulatory Practice (GRRP) Course for members of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) from Makerere University and other institutions organized by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP) at Makerere University in partnership with the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST), 24th July 2026, MakSPH Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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UNCST Accredits Over 90 Makerere Staff in Good Research Review Practice
Participants pose for a group photo on Day One of the Good Research Regulatory Practice (GRRP) Course for members of Research Ethics Committees (RECs). Day one of the three-day Good Research Regulatory Practice (GRRP) Course for members of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) from Makerere University and other institutions organized by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP) at Makerere University in partnership with the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST), 22nd July 2026, Senate Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Uganda Strengthens Research Ethics Oversight as Makerere and UNCST Equip Ethics Committees for Emerging Scientific Challenges
Prof. Julius Kikooma and DGT Staff with PhD Thesis Completion Grants beneficiaries on 8th June 2026. Directorate of Graduate Training launches thesis completion grant aimed at supporting PhD students to complete their research, improve completion rates, and align academic work with Uganda’s national development priorities, 8th June, 2026, Telepresence Hall, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala, East Africa.
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Makerere University Rolls Out Thesis Completion Grants to Accelerate PhD Research and Strengthen National Policy Impact
A screenshot of participants during the online engagement with by international AI consultant Dr. Vivek Mohindra on 4th June 2026. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Charts Course for Responsible AI Adoption in Research Management
Prof. Julius Kikooma and Prof. Stella Neema pose for a group photo outside the Main Library with facilitators and PhD students after the training on 25th May 2025. Closure of a 10-day PhD cross-cutting training in Advanced Research Methods organized by the Directorate of Graduate Training and supported by iCARTA as part of efforts to strengthen doctoral education and research capacity, 25th May 2026, Main Library Room 24/7, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Challenges PhD Students to Turn Research Into Solutions as Advanced Research Methods Training Ends
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Why Education System Resilience Matters: Insights from GPE Partner Countries in Africa
Prof. Kikooma Julius addresses participants at the workshop on 23rd April 2026. Journal Editors’ Workshop organized by Makerere University Press (Mak Press) to discuss publication standards, consistency in journal production, international indexing requirements, governance, and sustainability of academic journals, April 23, 2026, in the Smart Room, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Revives Scholarly Publishing through Journal Editors’ Workshop to Boost Global Rankings
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