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National Merit Scholarship Undergraduate Admission List 2026/2027

The Office of the Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released admission lists for Government sponsored students for the Academic Year 2025/2026. The Office has also...
Participants pose for a group photo on Day Two of the staff induction ceremony for new recruits on 16th May 2025. Makerere University day two of induction exercise spearheaded by the Directorate of Human Resources for newly appointed staff, whose tenures commenced in the 2024/2025 financial year, 16th May 2025, School of Public Health (MakSPH) Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Participants pose for a group photo on Day Two of the staff induction ceremony for new recruits on 16th May 2025. Makerere University day two of induction exercise spearheaded by the Directorate of Human Resources for newly appointed staff, whose tenures commenced in the 2024/2025 financial year, 16th May 2025, School of Public Health (MakSPH) Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Employment Opportunities: Academic, Administrative and Support Staff
Students in discussion groups in Freedom Square on 1st April 2026. Students in discussion groups in Freedom Square on 1st April 2026.
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Applications for Admission to Undergraduate Programmes 2026/27
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

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Prof. Fredrick Muyodi (C) with Prof. Arthur Tugume (2nd R) and other officials at the presentation of study findings on 20th April 2026. Researchers from the College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS) and the College of Education and External Studies (CEES), Makerere University, presentation of findings of study on the persistent poor performance in Biology in national examinations to senior officials at the Ministry of Education and Sports, 20th April 2026, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Natural Sciences4 days ago

Mak Researchers Present Findings on Biology Performance to Ministry

A team of researchers from Makerere University has presented findings of a study on the persistent poor performance in Biology...
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.
Business & Management2 weeks ago

Mak CoBAMS Hosts UNISA’s Dr. Sizile Makola
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
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.
Education3 weeks ago

Makerere University holds Open Day for Critical Virtual Exchange in Artificial Intelligence
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.
Agriculture & Environment3 weeks ago

CPUg Project Equips Waste Management Personnel with Essential Skills
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.
Business & Management3 weeks ago

Mak CoBAMS holds strategic partnership engagement with World Bank
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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Pre-Entry Examination for Admission to the Bachelor of Laws for 2026/2027 AY
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.
Health2 weeks ago

Course Announcement: Certificate in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (CWASH) – 2026
Academic Registrar Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza handing over a plaque in appreciation of Mrs. Patience Rubabinda Mushengyezi.
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A Graceful Exit: Makerere Celebrates Patience Mushengyezi’s 26 Years of Service
Africa Climate Collaborative, Makerere University. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Africa Climate Collaborative: Masters & PhD Scholarship Announcement Academic Year 2026/2027
Ms. Gladys Khamili hands over to Ms. Annet Khabuya after 12 years of service as Registrar and transitions to senior role Deputy Registrar, Senate Division, Office of the Academic Registrar during the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) 239th Management Meeting, 15th April 2026, Mulago Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakSPH Honors Long-Serving Registrar Gladys Khamili as She Joins Senate
Cover page of the School of Law Annual Report for 2025. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Law2 weeks ago

School of Law Annual Report 2025
L-R: Associate Prof. Godfrey Akileng, Dean,School of Business, Visiting Scholar-Dr. Sizile Makola, DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali, Ms. Agnes Sansa-PhD Student during the meeting on 13th April 2026.
Business & Management1 week ago

Cementing the Mak-UNISA partnership: Prof. Sarah Ssali meets Dr. Sizile Makola
Participants pose for a group photo after the hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) at the College of Health Sciences (CHS). Hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for over 25 Heads of Departments and College Registrars from the School of Medicine, School of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, and School of Public Health, 15th April 2026, College of Health Sciences, Mulago Campus, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CHS Registrars, Heads of Departments Embrace RIMS as Makerere Deepens Digital Shift in Graduate Supervision
Call for two PhD Positions under the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking funded Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DiDiDi) Project. Image: Nano Banana 2.
Research2 days ago

Call for two PhD Positions under the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking funded Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DiDiDi) Project
Participants in the hands-on RIMS training for CHUSS follow proceedings on 16th April 2026. Comprehensive Hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for staff from School of Psychology, School of Social Sciences, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, and the School of Languages, Literature and Communication, 16th April 2026, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) Smart Room, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere’s CHUSS Embraces Digital Future as RIMS Training Sparks Push for Faster Graduate Completion

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Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (C) with L-R: Ms. Kevin Nabiryo, Mr. Godfrey Othieno, Dr. Allen Kabagenyi, Dr. Daniel Ruhweza, Dr. Lillian Tukahirwa and Prof. Josaphat Byamugisha after the inauguration on 20th April 2026. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe inaugurates Second Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC) chaired by Dr. Allen Kabagenyi, 20th April 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (C) with L-R: Ms. Kevin Nabiryo, Mr. Godfrey Othieno, Dr. Allen Kabagenyi, Dr. Daniel Ruhweza, Dr. Lillian Tukahirwa and Prof. Josaphat Byamugisha after the inauguration on 20th April 2026. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe inaugurates Second Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC) chaired by Dr. Allen Kabagenyi, 20th April 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Inaugurates 2nd Health User Committee
The Academic Registrar-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (R) witnesses as Mrs. Patience Mushengyezi (L) officially hands over office to Ms. Gladys Khamili on 20th April 2026. Academic Registrar, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and his Senior Management Team (SMT) witness the official handover of office of Deputy Academic Registrar in charge of the Senate Division, from Mrs. Patience Mushengyezi to Ms. Gladys Khamili, who assumes the role in an acting capacity, 20th April 2026, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Academic Registrar-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (R) witnesses as Mrs. Patience Mushengyezi (L) officially hands over office to Ms. Gladys Khamili on 20th April 2026. Academic Registrar, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and his Senior Management Team (SMT) witness the official handover of office of Deputy Academic Registrar in charge of the Senate Division, from Mrs. Patience Mushengyezi to Ms. Gladys Khamili, who assumes the role in an acting capacity, 20th April 2026, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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End of a Distinguished Era as Mrs. Patience Mushengyezi Hands-Over Senate Division Office
Participants pose for a group photo at the event held on April 13, 2026. 2026 Julius Nyerere Leadership Lecture and Youth Conversations at Makerere University. Convened by the Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC) in partnership with the Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), April 13, 2026, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Participants pose for a group photo at the event held on April 13, 2026. 2026 Julius Nyerere Leadership Lecture and Youth Conversations at Makerere University. Convened by the Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC) in partnership with the Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), April 13, 2026, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Youth Leaders and Scholars Chart Africa’s Leadership Future at the 2026 Nyerere Lecture
Ms. Gladys Khamili hands over to Ms. Annet Khabuya after 12 years of service as Registrar and transitions to senior role Deputy Registrar, Senate Division, Office of the Academic Registrar during the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) 239th Management Meeting, 15th April 2026, Mulago Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Ms. Gladys Khamili hands over to Ms. Annet Khabuya after 12 years of service as Registrar and transitions to senior role Deputy Registrar, Senate Division, Office of the Academic Registrar during the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) 239th Management Meeting, 15th April 2026, Mulago Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakSPH Honors Long-Serving Registrar Gladys Khamili as She Joins Senate
Participants in the hands-on RIMS training for CHUSS follow proceedings on 16th April 2026. Comprehensive Hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for staff from School of Psychology, School of Social Sciences, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, and the School of Languages, Literature and Communication, 16th April 2026, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) Smart Room, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Participants in the hands-on RIMS training for CHUSS follow proceedings on 16th April 2026. Comprehensive Hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for staff from School of Psychology, School of Social Sciences, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, and the School of Languages, Literature and Communication, 16th April 2026, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) Smart Room, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General1 week ago

Makerere’s CHUSS Embraces Digital Future as RIMS Training Sparks Push for Faster Graduate Completion
Participants pose for a group photo after the hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) at the College of Health Sciences (CHS). Hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for over 25 Heads of Departments and College Registrars from the School of Medicine, School of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, and School of Public Health, 15th April 2026, College of Health Sciences, Mulago Campus, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Participants pose for a group photo after the hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) at the College of Health Sciences (CHS). Hands-on training in the Research Information Management System (RIMS) by the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS) for over 25 Heads of Departments and College Registrars from the School of Medicine, School of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, and School of Public Health, 15th April 2026, College of Health Sciences, Mulago Campus, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CHS Registrars, Heads of Departments Embrace RIMS as Makerere Deepens Digital Shift in Graduate Supervision

Health and Medicine

Assoc. Prof. David Musoke, Dr. Paul Mulumba and Dr. Kevin Deane with participants at the Stakeholders' Workshop on 15th April 2026. Stakeholders’ workshop on the social determinants of malaria led by Assoc. Prof. David Musoke of Makerere University and Dr. Kevin Deane of The Open University presented ongoing and previous findings, April 15, 2026, at MakSPH’s Resilient Africa Network, Plot 30, Upper Kololo Terrace, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health3 days ago

Research probes link between maize farming and malaria risk in Uganda

A joint study between Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) and The Open University, UK, is investigating a possible...
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. 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.
Health2 weeks ago

Course Announcement: Certificate in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (CWASH) – 2026
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.
Health2 weeks ago

Makerere’s Quiet Case for Investment in Public Health Infrastructure
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.
Health2 weeks ago

Health Is Not Charity: Inside Uganda’s Treasury Rethink on Financing
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.
Health3 weeks ago

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."
Health1 month ago

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.
Health1 month ago

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.
Health1 month ago

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.
Health2 months ago

Where Garimoi Orach Built the Field, Komakech Studied Its Exit: Advancing Health Systems Resilience Amid Refugee Arrivals & Repatriation
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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.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

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.
Humanities & Social Sciences3 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). 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 Sciences4 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 Sciences4 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 Sciences4 months ago

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.
Humanities & Social Sciences4 months ago

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.
Humanities & Social Sciences5 months ago

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.
Humanities & Social Sciences5 months ago

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.
Humanities & Social Sciences9 months ago

Dr. Brian Semujju: A Bright Burning Torch Extinguished
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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.
Research1 day ago

Makerere Revives Scholarly Publishing through Journal Editors’ Workshop to Boost Global Rankings

By Moses Lutaaya Makerere University has stepped up efforts to strengthen its scholarly publishing ecosystem following a Journal Editors’ Workshop...
Call for two PhD Positions under the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking funded Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DiDiDi) Project. Image: Nano Banana 2. Call for two PhD Positions under the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking funded Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DiDiDi) Project. Image: Nano Banana 2.
Research2 days ago

Call for two PhD Positions under the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking funded Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DiDiDi) Project
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. 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.
Research2 weeks ago

“Start with Ethics”: Makerere Webinar Rallies Researchers to Prioritize Ethical Approval from Day One
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.
Research1 month ago

Makerere Strengthens Research Ethics as Leaders Call for Reforms in Governance, Integrity, and Student Support
Research1 month ago

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.
Research3 months ago

Call for PhD Student Fellowships under H-DATA
International Fellows Recruitment - Wellcome Sanger Institute. Photo: ImageFX
Research4 months ago

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
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