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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. 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

The Chancellor Dr. Crispus Kiyonga conferred PhDs upon 49 candidates during the First Session of the 75th Graduation Ceremony of...
Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga Conferring a PhD upon a candidate Geofrey Kapalaga. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga Conferring a PhD upon a candidate Geofrey Kapalaga. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Computing & IS2 days ago

Close to 700 Graduate from CoCIS at the Mak 75th Graduation
Some of the PhD Graduands from the College of Education and External Studies (CEES). 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Some of the PhD Graduands from the College of Education and External Studies (CEES). 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Education2 days ago

1,192 CEES students graduate, staff awarded during first day of 75th graduation
Cover page of the Mak News Magazine January 2025. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Cover page of the Mak News Magazine January 2025. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak News Magazine: January 2025

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Participants engage in one of the group activities during the week-long CARTA APAS workshop. Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) week-long training for Academic, Professional, and Administration Staff (APAS) and Trainers of Trainers (ToTs), 12th to 16th August 2024, at Makerere University, School of Public Health - ResilientAfrica Network (MakSPH-RAN), Plot 28, Upper Kololo Terrace, Kampala, Uganda, East Africa.
Health5 months ago

Responsive Culture, Partnerships, and Research Ethics Emphasized at CARTA’s APAS Workshop in Kampala

KAMPALA—Researchers in African Universities have been urged to cultivate a Responsive Culture, create, maintain, and strengthen collaborations, and uphold Research...
The Deputy Principal CHUSS-Dr. Eric Awich Ochen (3rd R) and Dean, School of Liberal and Performing Arts Associate Prof. Patrick Mangeni (4th R) with college officials and the Gerda Henkel Siftung Cohort 2022 PhD Fellows after their orientation on 30th January 2023 at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda..
Humanities & Social Sciences2 years ago

CHUSS orients Cohort 2022 of the PhD fellows funded by Gerda Henkel
Principal CEES-Prof. Anthony Muwagga Mugagga (4th R), Deputy Director DRGT-Prof. Julius Kikooma (2nd R), Dr. Jude Ssempebwa (2nd L) and other officials pose for a group photo with Prof. André Keet (3rd R) after the Public Lecture on 27th January 2023 in the Multimedia/E-learning Centre, Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University.
Education2 years ago

EASHESD hosts Prof. Keet Lecture on Critical University Studies
Senate Building
General2 years ago

Aptitude Test Exam Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2023/2024
The Principal CoBAMS, Prof. Eria Hisali (6th R) with trainers and participants at the launch of the PIM CoE Cohort 2 two-week training in Investment Appraisal and Risk Analysis on 30th January 2023 in Jinja.
Business & Management2 years ago

2nd Cohort: Training on Investment Appraisal & Risk Analysis starts
The Minister of State for Northern Uganda, Hon. Grace Freedom Kwiyuchiny (c), the representative of Makerere University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (6th R) and the representative of the Head of the EU Delegation in Uganda (4th L) with some of the trained extension workers at the closing ceremony.
Agriculture & Environment2 years ago

Improving Agricultural Services in Northern Uganda: Mak staff train 546 extension workers
A group photo of sanitation workers dressed in overalls and research assistants at a lagoon in one of the study cities.
Health2 years ago

Awareness of occupational biohazards & utilization of PPE among sanitation workers in fecal waste management plants in Uganda

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Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, the Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs)/Academic Registrar, delivers his remarks at the Freedom Square. Freshers Orientation for Academic Year 2024/2025, 5th August 2024. Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Admissions for Diploma Holders under Government Sponsorship for 2025/2026 AY
Mubiru Enock Joel, top-performing student in the Sciences of the 75th Graduation Ceremony from the College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS). Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Meet Mubiru Enock Joel: Makerere University’s Top Performing Science Student of the Year
Front View of the reconstructed Main Building, Makerere University. Date Taken 8th November 2024. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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75th Graduation Highlights
Some of the Bachelors graduates from CAES at the 74th graduation ceremony. 74th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, 30th January 2024, Collge of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Admissions for Diploma/Degree Holders under Self Sponsorship 2025/2026 AY
Senate Building
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Application for Admission to Bachelor of Education External (BED) 2025/26
The Principal CEES, Prof. Anthony Muwagga Mugagga (C) poses for a group photo with CEES Staff and the exchange students.Department of Adult and Community Education, School of Distance and Lifelong Learning, College of Education and External Studies (CEES) hosting 17 exchange students from the University of Agder, Norway, as part of a one-month field course. Induction January 6th, 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Education1 week ago

Makerere University Hosts Exchange Students from Norway for Field-Based Learning in Uganda
Left to Right: The research team, Dr. Kellen Aganyira, Prof. Tiina Kontinen, Dr. Judith Kahamba and Dr. Karembe Ahimbisibwe. College of Education and External Studies (CEES), Makerere University in collaboration with international partners dissemination seminar of study on "Enacted Citizenship in Times of Uncertainty," ocused on teachers' lived experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda and Tanzania, Nican Resort Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Education5 days ago

Researchers Share Insights on Teachers’ Experiences During COVID-19
A Poster of the TUM SEED Centre Makerere University Living Lab. College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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TUM SEED Center: Doctoral Scholarship in Decentralized Energy Governance in the Global South
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Humanities & Social Sciences1 week ago

Call for abstracts on relationality between the US and Uganda

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Front View of the reconstructed Main Building, Makerere University. Date Taken 8th November 2024. Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Front View of the reconstructed Main Building, Makerere University. Date Taken 8th November 2024. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General6 days ago

75th Graduation Highlights
Senate Building Senate Building
Education2 weeks ago

Application for Admission to Bachelor of Education External (BED) 2025/26
Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, the Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs)/Academic Registrar, delivers his remarks at the Freedom Square. Freshers Orientation for Academic Year 2024/2025, 5th August 2024. Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, the Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs)/Academic Registrar, delivers his remarks at the Freedom Square. Freshers Orientation for Academic Year 2024/2025, 5th August 2024. Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General2 weeks ago

Admissions for Diploma Holders under Government Sponsorship for 2025/2026 AY
Some of the Bachelors graduates from CAES at the 74th graduation ceremony. 74th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, 30th January 2024, Collge of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Some of the Bachelors graduates from CAES at the 74th graduation ceremony. 74th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, 30th January 2024, Collge of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Admissions for Diploma/Degree Holders under Self Sponsorship 2025/2026 AY
President Yoweri Museveni and First Lady Hon. Janet Museveni listen to Dr. Peter Tumutegyereize (Left) explain how the Mak Solar Cooker works. Photo: Courtesy/NCHE@20, Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. Kampala, Uganda, East Africa. President Yoweri Museveni and First Lady Hon. Janet Museveni listen to Dr. Peter Tumutegyereize (Left) explain how the Mak Solar Cooker works. Photo: Courtesy/NCHE@20, Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. Kampala, Uganda, East Africa.
General4 weeks ago

Call for Papers: NCHE 6th Annual Higher Education Conference 2025
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Minister Janet Museveni Lays Foundation Stone for School of Graduate Studies Building, Commissions the School of Law Building and the renovated Lumumba Hall

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The Head, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics-Prof. Nazarius Mbona Tumwesigye (6th L) and the Head, Department of Disease Control and Environmental Health-Dr. Esther Buregyeya (4th L) pose with 25 graduands of the WASH Short Course on 20th July 2018, MakSPH, Mulago Campus, Makerere University.
Health4 weeks ago

Certificate in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene 2025

Course Objectives The course is intended to strengthen the capacity of practicing workers to successfully identify and manage Water, Sanitation...
Left to Right: Mr. Evarist Bainomugisha, Mr. Deus Tayari Mujuni, Mr. Simon Kizito, Prof. Damalie Nakanjako, Prof. Bruce Kirenga, Dr. David Patrick Kateete (Rear), Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, Dr. Richard Idro (Rear), Mr. Patrick Akonyet and Prof. Annettee Nakimuli at the handover ceremony on 2nd December 2024. Handover of Principal Office by Prof. Damalie Nakanjako to Assoc. Prof. Bruce Kirenga, 2nd December 2024, College Boardroom, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University, New Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Left to Right: Mr. Evarist Bainomugisha, Mr. Deus Tayari Mujuni, Mr. Simon Kizito, Prof. Damalie Nakanjako, Prof. Bruce Kirenga, Dr. David Patrick Kateete (Rear), Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, Dr. Richard Idro (Rear), Mr. Patrick Akonyet and Prof. Annettee Nakimuli at the handover ceremony on 2nd December 2024. Handover of Principal Office by Prof. Damalie Nakanjako to Assoc. Prof. Bruce Kirenga, 2nd December 2024, College Boardroom, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University, New Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health1 month ago

New Principal at MakCHS
The four MakSPH Staff inducted into the UNAS Fellowship on 1st November 2024 from Left to Right: Dr. Fredrick Edward Makumbi, Dr. Victoria Nankabirwa, Dr. David Musoke and Professor David Guwatudde. Four Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) faculty induction into the 2024 Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS) fellowship, 1st November 2024, Four Points by Sheraton, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The four MakSPH Staff inducted into the UNAS Fellowship on 1st November 2024 from Left to Right: Dr. Fredrick Edward Makumbi, Dr. Victoria Nankabirwa, Dr. David Musoke and Professor David Guwatudde. Four Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) faculty induction into the 2024 Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS) fellowship, 1st November 2024, Four Points by Sheraton, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health2 months ago

Four MakSPH Faculty inducted as Prestigious UNAS Fellows
Dr. Sarah Kiguli of Makerere University leads the Fogarty-funded program: Enhancing Research capacity for Sickle Cell Disease and related NCDs across the Lifespan in Uganda (ENRICH).
Health3 months ago

Ugandan sickle cell researchers keep pace with aging patients
General4 months ago

Job Advert: Position of Principal -College of Health Sciences
A Screenshot of the IMPACT Program Newsletter September 2024. College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health4 months ago

IMPACT Program Newsletter Sept. 2024
An elevated shot of the School of Health Sciences and School of Medicine Building, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University. Mulago Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health5 months ago

Call For Applications: Masters Research Fellowships
A family of three a father mother and daughter sit at a table looking at a newspaper. This photo was generated with AI.
Health5 months ago

Research Links Social Support to Improved Contraceptive Decision-Making for Women
MoH Partners in a group photo at the launch of the H-NAP. Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) at the Ministry of Health launch of the National Climate Change Health National Adaptation Plan (H-NAP), 22nd August 2024, Sheraton Kampala Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health5 months ago

Uganda becomes second country, after Nepal, to unveil Climate Health Adaptation Plan
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Humanities & Social Sciences1 week ago

Call for abstracts on relationality between the US and Uganda

Background This call for abstracts is under the new U.S. Studies Center in the Department of Political Science and Public...
A section of Mak staff and stakeholders in a group photo after the BICAS Program review workshop on 5th December 2024. School of Languages, Literature, and Communication stakeholders’ workshop to review the Bachelor of Chinese and Asian Studies (BICAS) program, 5th December, 2024, Smart Room, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A section of Mak staff and stakeholders in a group photo after the BICAS Program review workshop on 5th December 2024. School of Languages, Literature, and Communication stakeholders’ workshop to review the Bachelor of Chinese and Asian Studies (BICAS) program, 5th December, 2024, Smart Room, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences4 weeks ago

Mak Reviews Bachelor of Chinese and Asian Studies Program to Address Key Gaps
The Principal CHUSS, Assoc. Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala speaking to staff at the Grand Global Hotel during the retreat. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University first-ever non-academic staff retreat, December 7-8, 2024, Grand Global Hotel, Kikoni, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Principal CHUSS, Assoc. Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala speaking to staff at the Grand Global Hotel during the retreat. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University first-ever non-academic staff retreat, December 7-8, 2024, Grand Global Hotel, Kikoni, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences1 month ago

Inaugural CHUSS Non-Academic Staff Retreat Highlights Customer Care, Quality Services and Professionalism to Improve University Image
The Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (C) flanked by KISH Project PI-Prof. Grace Bantebya (4th L) UN Women Deputy Country Rep. to Uganda-Ms. Adekemi Ndieli (4th R) and R-L: Dr. Josephine Ahikire, Dr. Josephine Nabukenya, Dr. Julius Kikooma, Dr. Florence Muhanguzi, Dr. Elizabeth Kyazike and Dr. Joab Ezra Agaba during the launch on 7th October 2020, CTF2 Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences1 month ago

Makerere University’s KISH Initiative Makes Strides in Combating Sexual Harassment
Dignitaries pose for a group photo with participants during the Confucius Institute celebrations on 25th November 2024. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Confucius Institute at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa and the 20th anniversary of the global Confucius Institutes network, 25th November 2024 in the Main Hall.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

Mak Celebrates 10 Years of the Confucius Institute with Launch of Three Associations
Prof. Fred Masagazi-Masaazi, Chair of the Mak RIF Grants Management Committee addresses the conference. Makerere University College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) Centre of Excellence in Research, Teaching and Learning (CERTL) International Conference, Fairway Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. 15th November 2024.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

Staff Urged to Build Research Teams for RIF Grant Success
The Chairperson of Makerere University Council, Mrs. Lorna Magara officiating at the opening of the conference. Makerere University College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) Centre of Excellence in Research, Teaching and Learning (CERTL) International Conference, Fairway Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. 14th November 2024.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

Council Chair Calls for Integration of CERTL Initiatives into University Processes
A Trainer, Mr. Ivan Kalema with staff outside the hotel conducting drills on leadership. Makerere University College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) Staff Retreat, 1st-2nd November 2024, Nican Resort Hotel, Seguku Entebbe Road, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

CHUSS Retreat Concludes: VC Urges Staff to Embrace Policy Vision and Collaborative Solutions
Makerere University’s Chief Human Resource Officer, Deus Tayari Mujuni makes his presentation on 2nd November 2024. Makerere University College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) Staff Retreat, 1st-2nd November 2024, Nican Resort Hotel, Seguku Entebbe Road, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

Mak HR Chief Emphasizes the Role of Line Managers in Organizational Success
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A Poster of the TUM SEED Centre Makerere University Living Lab. College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Research5 days ago

TUM SEED Center: Doctoral Scholarship in Decentralized Energy Governance in the Global South

TUM SEED Center Announcement of a Doctoral Scholarship“Decentralized Energy Governance in the Global South” Call for Applications The TUM SEED...
Female and Male participants engaged in a practical session during the 8th Training Workshop in Solar Photovoltaic Installation and Maintenance, Biogas Production and Solar Thermal Systems held in May 2022 at the Department of Physics, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. Female and Male participants engaged in a practical session during the 8th Training Workshop in Solar Photovoltaic Installation and Maintenance, Biogas Production and Solar Thermal Systems held in May 2022 at the Department of Physics, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
Research3 weeks ago

TUM SEED Center: Two Doctoral Scholarships in Sustainable Entrepreneurship
Team Green Biogas Members pose for the camera in the Freedom Square on 11th October 2019 during the 4th Annual Entrepreneurship Students' Expo. Their innovation won the Principal’s Award and a cash prize of UGX 1 Million. Team Green Biogas Members pose for the camera in the Freedom Square on 11th October 2019 during the 4th Annual Entrepreneurship Students' Expo. Their innovation won the Principal’s Award and a cash prize of UGX 1 Million.
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TUM SEED Center: Doctoral Scholarship in Rural Biogas Generation
The cover page of the Uganda Higher Education Review Vol 12, Issue 1. NCHE, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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The Uganda Higher Education Review Vol. 12, Issue 1
Dr. Godwin Anywar, at the 2024 World Science Forum that took place in Budapest, Hungary from 20th-23rd November. College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Natural Sciences1 month ago

CARTA Fellow Anywar Attends 2024 World Science Forum
Ms. Betty Akwongo presents her work on “Evaluation of antifungal activity of khaya anthotheca used for the treatment of candidiasis in Pader District, Northern Uganda” at the Annual Forum for Graduate Research and Policy Dialogue on 26th April 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Research2 months ago

In vitro antifungal activities of medicinal plants used for treatment of candidiasis in Pader district, Northern Uganda
Engineering, Art & Tech3 months ago

Makerere University Innovation Pod Launches Electric Mobility Skilling Programme
Participants posing for a group photo with the Centre Director Edward Bbale (Front Row 3rd Left) after the opening ceremony. Environment for Development (EfD) Mak Centre Specialized Training aimed at enhancing 30 researchers' and graduate students' skills in research co-creation, science communication, and policy engagement, 15th October 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Business & Management3 months ago

Over 30 Researchers & Graduate Students Trained on Conducting Impactful Research & Communicating to Policymakers & the Public
The Project team led by the PI Dr Anne Mette Lykke (seated 4th R) and lead Coordinator at Makerere, Prof. John Tabuti (seated 3rd L) at the workshop venue, Wash & Wills Hotel, Mbale City. College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa, DANIDA-funded Agroforestry for People, Ecosystems and Climate Change (AfPEC) project (March 2024-April 2029) focusing on Mt. Elgon Highlands in Eastern Uganda Inception Meeting in Mbale City, 25th-26th September 2024.
Agriculture & Environment4 months ago

AfPEC Project Targets to Safeguard Ecosystems in the Mt. Elgon Region through Agroforestry
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