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MakSPH Dean Prof. Rhoda Wanyenze, Dr. Florah Karimi, CARTA Program Manager for Institutionalization, and Dr. J.B. Isunju (Center) pose for a group photo with CARTA Fellows and 20 members of 11th Cohort on 3rd March 2025 in Kampala. Joint Advanced Seminars (JAS) 1 training for 11th Cohort of the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) doctoral fellowship, 3rd March 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. MakSPH Dean Prof. Rhoda Wanyenze, Dr. Florah Karimi, CARTA Program Manager for Institutionalization, and Dr. J.B. Isunju (Center) pose for a group photo with CARTA Fellows and 20 members of 11th Cohort on 3rd March 2025 in Kampala. Joint Advanced Seminars (JAS) 1 training for 11th Cohort of the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) doctoral fellowship, 3rd March 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Hosts CARTA’s 11th Cohort of Doctoral Fellows

On Monday, March 3, 2025, Makerere University hosted the launch of the 11th cohort of the Consortium for Advanced Research...
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Right) listens to Elizabeth Gabeya (seated at his desk) during the unforgettable experience. 21-year-old Elizabeth Gabeya, a Bachelor of Agricultural and Rural Innovation First Year Mastercard Foundation Scholar at Makerere University, takes charge of the Vice Chancellor's office for two days- March 10th and 11th 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Right) listens to Elizabeth Gabeya (seated at his desk) during the unforgettable experience. 21-year-old Elizabeth Gabeya, a Bachelor of Agricultural and Rural Innovation First Year Mastercard Foundation Scholar at Makerere University, takes charge of the Vice Chancellor's office for two days- March 10th and 11th 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Elizabeth Gabeya’s Unforgettable Day in the Makerere Vice Chancellor’s Seat
Chairperson of Council-Mrs. Lorna Magara (Centre) and Keynote Speaker-Mrs. Allen Kagina with Left to Right: Mr. Simon Kizito, Ag. Vice Chancellor-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Mrs. Elizabeth Mushabe and Dr. Ruth Nsibirano at the lecture. 3rd Sarah Nyendwoha Ntiro Annual Public Lecture, theme: “Pioneering change and transforming Institutions”, Kenyote Speaker: Mrs. Allen Kagina, 7th March 2025, School of Public Health Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Chairperson of Council-Mrs. Lorna Magara (Centre) and Keynote Speaker-Mrs. Allen Kagina with Left to Right: Mr. Simon Kizito, Ag. Vice Chancellor-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Mrs. Elizabeth Mushabe and Dr. Ruth Nsibirano at the lecture. 3rd Sarah Nyendwoha Ntiro Annual Public Lecture, theme: “Pioneering change and transforming Institutions”, Kenyote Speaker: Mrs. Allen Kagina, 7th March 2025, School of Public Health Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Leadership must be anchored in integrity-Mrs Kagina
Winnie Kushaba emphasising a point during a recent interview at Makerere University. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere Univeristy alumna Winnie Kushaba, born in Rakai District, moved between Rakai, Ibanda, Kiruhura, Kazo, and Isingiro, searching for a place to call home, graduated with the Bachelor of Science degree in Botany and Chemistry in 2021, holds the dual roles of Product Development Manager and Internal Control Systems Manager at Bio Fresh Ltd, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Winnie Kushaba emphasising a point during a recent interview at Makerere University. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere Univeristy alumna Winnie Kushaba, born in Rakai District, moved between Rakai, Ibanda, Kiruhura, Kazo, and Isingiro, searching for a place to call home, graduated with the Bachelor of Science degree in Botany and Chemistry in 2021, holds the dual roles of Product Development Manager and Internal Control Systems Manager at Bio Fresh Ltd, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Some of the young people who attended the event displaying products from their Entreprenuerial Projects. Young Africa Works Dialogue 2025 event at the Kampala Serena Hotel, participation by Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mastercard Foundation’s job creation initiative will provide valuable opportunities for Ugandan youth and help them build a brighter future

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75th Graduation Ceremony of Makerere University:  School of Law presents Graduands
The Guest of Honour-Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu (4th L) and Chancellor-Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga (5th L) with Chairperson Council-Mrs. Lorna Magara (6th L), VC-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (6th R), Ag. DVCFA-Prof. Henry Alinaitwe (4th R), AR-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (5th R), Chief DRIP-Dr. Robert Wamala (3rd L) and Research and Teaching Excellence Award Recipients. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak 75th Graduation Commences with 49 PhDs Conferred
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Close to 700 Graduate from CoCIS at the Mak 75th Graduation
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1,192 CEES students graduate, staff awarded during first day of 75th graduation
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Mak News Magazine: January 2025

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The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe addresses the Media on various issues, 4th March 2025. Vice Chancellor's Press Briefing, 4th March 2025, Council Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe addresses the Media on various issues, 4th March 2025. Vice Chancellor's Press Briefing, 4th March 2025, Council Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Chief Guest-Hon. Dr. J.C. Muyingo (4th Left) and Republic of Korea Ambassador to Uganda-H.E. Park Sung-Soo (4th Right) with Left to Right: Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Dr. James Nkata, Ms. Ahn Jihee, Prof. Henry Alinaitwe and Prof. Chun Seyeoung at the KOICA-funded project launch on 27th February 2025. Launch of a US$12.2million Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) funded project to enhance the Distance Education Environment by Hon. Dr. John Chrysostom Muyingo, 27th February 2025, Main Hall, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Chief Guest-Hon. Dr. J.C. Muyingo (4th Left) and Republic of Korea Ambassador to Uganda-H.E. Park Sung-Soo (4th Right) with Left to Right: Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Dr. James Nkata, Ms. Ahn Jihee, Prof. Henry Alinaitwe and Prof. Chun Seyeoung at the KOICA-funded project launch on 27th February 2025. Launch of a US$12.2million Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) funded project to enhance the Distance Education Environment by Hon. Dr. John Chrysostom Muyingo, 27th February 2025, Main Hall, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Certificate in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene 2025
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An aerial view of Left to Right: Mitchell Hall, Senate, CoCIS Blocks B and A, Lincoln Flats, Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility and School of Social Sciences (white) Buildings, Makerere University, with Kampala City in the background, October 2018. Uganda.
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Call for Abstracts: International Social Work and Social Development Conference

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Mak Reviews Bachelor of Chinese and Asian Studies Program to Address Key Gaps
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Inaugural CHUSS Non-Academic Staff Retreat Highlights Customer Care, Quality Services and Professionalism to Improve University Image
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Call for Manuscripts: AJABS and One Health-GHS MakPRESS Journals

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CARTA Newsletter July – December 2024
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