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Ms. Reeta Roy, receiving some memorabilia from Dr. Lorna Magara and Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe during the event. Celebrating 13 years of a significant partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and honorary Doctor of Laws conferred upon Ms. Reeta Roy, the Founding President and CEO of the Mastercard Foundation, 27th February 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Ms. Reeta Roy, receiving some memorabilia from Dr. Lorna Magara and Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe during the event. 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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Makerere University commemorates 13 transformative years of partnership with Mastercard Foundation

On Friday, 27th February 2026, Makerere University proudly celebrated 13 years of a significant partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, a...
Cover page of the Mak News Magazine February 2026. Produced by the Public Relations Office, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Cover page of the Mak News Magazine February 2026. Produced by the Public Relations Office, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak News Magazine: February 2026
The Chief Guest-Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu who represented the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports followed by Mace Bearer-Ms. Anthea Ampaire and the Chancellor-Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga makes her way into the Freedom Square. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Chief Guest-Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu who represented the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports followed by Mace Bearer-Ms. Anthea Ampaire and the Chancellor-Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga makes her way into the Freedom Square. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Over 9,200 to graduate at Makerere University’s 76th Graduation
Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga share a light moment. 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. Joyce Moriku Kaducu and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga share a light moment. 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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Prof. Mary Okwakol (Centre) with Prof. Sarah Ssali and other leaders of Higher Education Institutions after the CBE minimum standards validation meeting on 23rd January 2026. National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum standards for implementing Competence-Based Education (CBE) in Higher Education Institutions, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 23rd January 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak Hosts NCHE Competence-Based Education Standards Validation Meeting

Makerere University on 23rd January 2026 hosted the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) validation meeting of the draft minimum...
Left to Right: MD and CEO NEC-Lt. Gen. James Mugira conducts a symbolic handover of keys to the Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe as 91st Guild President-H.E. Ssentamu Churchill James, Principal CEES and Ag. DVCFA-Prof. Anthony Muwagga Mugagga, Deputy University Secretary-Mr. Simon Kizito and Deputy Dean of Students-Dr. Rodney Rugyema witness on 25th July 2025. The National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) hands over fully refurbished Mary Stuart Hall. The renovation, which cost UGX 10.5 billion, began on 26th July 2024 and was completed exactly a year later, on 25th July 2025. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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NEC Hands Over Refurbished Mary Stuart Hall to Mak
An elevated shot of the IDI-McKinnell Knowledge Centre (Left) and the Department of Pharmacy Building (Right) with the array of solar panels. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe inaugurated the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere University's ground-breaking 384kWp solar-powered electricity grid, Africa’s largest campus-based solar system, July 24, 2024, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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IDI Launches Africa’s Largest Campus-Based 384KWp Solar System
Left to Right: Dr. Alfred Buluma, Prof. Anthony Muwagga Mugagga (Principal), Associate Professor Josephine Esaete (Principal Investigator), and Dr. Michael Walimbwa in the Principal's Office on 24th July 2025. Team behind 1 million Euros grant to support the implementation of a research titled, Transitioning Higher Education Regulators and Universities to Competence Based Education in East and West Africa meeting Principal, College of Education and External Studies (CEES), 24th July 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak CEES wins Grant to Champion Competence-Based Education in Africa
Prof. İbrahim Hakan Karataş takes a selfie with his family at the Makerere University Main Gate. Photo: LinkedIn/İbrahim Hakan Karataş. Prof. İbrahim Hakan Karataş Visiting Scholar at Makerere University and Professor at İstanbul Medeniyet University, Turkey. Time at College of Education and External Studies and farewell on 24th July 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak CEES Principal commends Prof. İbrahim Hakan Karataş for undertaking research in higher education
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Centre) with the Chair-Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta (3rd Right) and MUTIC Advisory Board Members Left to Right: Mr. Japheth Kawanguzi, Ms. Rhinah Akankunda, Dr. Peter Kimbowa, Dr. David Gonahasa, and Dr. Ivan Engoru after the inauguration on 24th July 2025. Official inauguration of the Advisory Board of Makerere University Technology and Innovation Centre (MUTIC) by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe,24th July 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MUTIC Board Inauguration Marks New Beginning for Innovative Minds
Mr. Besweri Wandera's casket in St. Francis Chapel as Rev. Scovia Kumakech leads the service. Funeral Service in honour Mr. Besweri Wandera, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Sports Science, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), 24th July 2025, St. Francis Chapel, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Whitney Najjuka, the best overall student of the Bachelor of Journalism and Communication this year with a CGPA of 4.46. She is set to graduate from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on Day 4 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony on Friday 27th February 2026 in the Freedom Square.
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Students of Uganda Martyrs Secondary School Namugongo, together with their supervisors from CAES, led by Prof. Fred Kabi (R), proudly showcase the soap they produced. Project to convert organic solid market waste (biodegradable garbage) into an industrial raw material for soap production by utilizing saprophagous Black Soldier Fly larvae (BSFL) to accumulate lipids and applying the scientific process of saponification by Senior Four students of Uganda Martyrs Secondary School Namugongo, February 2026, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University School of Public Health Graduates First Cohort of Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Short Course. Photo: ImageFX
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Some of the 28 PhD graduates from CAES. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES). Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CAES Presents Overall Best Performing Student in the Sciences & a Record 28 PhDs at the 76th Graduation Ceremony
The team from MakCSID led by Prof. Phinehas Tukamuhabwa (Principal Investigator, 2nd R) after the approval of MakSoy 7N by the National Variety Release Committee on 13th February 2026. National Variety Release Committee (NVRC) official approval of Maksoy 7N, the latest soybean variety developed by the Makerere University Centre for Soybean Improvement and Development (MAKCSID), Department of Crop Science and Horticulture, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences during committee’s 47th meeting at National Agricultural Research Laboratories (NARL), Kawanda, Wakiso, Uganda, East Africa on 13th February 2026
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Makerere University Researchers Release New Soybean Variety, MakSoy 7N
Some of the 16 PhD graduates from CoNAS. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak 76th Graduation Ceremony: CoNAS Presents 16 PhDs & Best Performing Male Student in the Sciences
Left to Right: Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe,Prof. Nicholas Ozor, Rt. Hon. Daniel Kidega, Dr. Lorna Magara, Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu, Ms. Anthea Ampaire and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga in the academic procession. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Graduation marks the next phase of accountability, graduates told
Dr. Maggie Kigozi delivers the Commencement Speech on Day 2 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Bio-Security (CoVAB), the College of Health Sciences (CHS) and the School of Public Health (SPH). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Medical graduates urged to uphold Ethical values
Hon. Henry Musasizi, Minister of State for Finance - General Duties (6thLeft), Hon. Beatrice Atim Anywar, Minister of State for Environment (5th Left), Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (4th Left) together with partner representatives in a group photo at the opening ceremony on 12th February 2026.
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Mak hosts First African Symposium on Natural Capital Accounting and Climate-Sensitive Macroeconomic Modelling
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (5th L) with DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali (4th L), DVCFA-Prof. Winston Ireeta Tumps (3rd L), Dr. Amy Jamison (6th L), Dr. Jose Jackson-Malete (7th L) and members of Management after the meeting on 23rd February 2026. Makerere University selected to host the Africa Office of the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), a significant milestone that underscores Makerere’s role in fostering research, innovation, and global collaborations across the continent, announced at a meeting of the University’s Central Management with an AAP delegation on 23rd February 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak Selected to Host Alliance for African Partnership Africa Office

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Right to Left: Ms Carol Nakawesa, Mr Paul, Ms Caroline Kainomugisha, Ms Hawa Ndagire, Dr. Denis Ngabirano, Ms Maureen Ngabirano, Dr. Jude Mugarura, Dr. Sendawula Kassim, Ms Annet Nakandi and Dr. Sarah Bimbona. Makerere University Advancement Office, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) and the University Innovation Pod visit to Psalms Food Industries, Wakiso Uganda, East Africa, 2nd March 2026 to discuss a prospective partnership aimed at strengthening university–industry collaboration in manufacturing, research, innovation, and skills development. Right to Left: Ms Carol Nakawesa, Mr Paul, Ms Caroline Kainomugisha, Ms Hawa Ndagire, Dr. Denis Ngabirano, Ms Maureen Ngabirano, Dr. Jude Mugarura, Dr. Sendawula Kassim, Ms Annet Nakandi and Dr. Sarah Bimbona. Makerere University Advancement Office, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) and the University Innovation Pod visit to Psalms Food Industries, Wakiso Uganda, East Africa, 2nd March 2026 to discuss a prospective partnership aimed at strengthening university–industry collaboration in manufacturing, research, innovation, and skills development.
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Makerere Explores Strategic Industry Partnership with Psalms Food Industries to Strengthen Manufacturing Innovation
Dr. Maggie Kigozi delivers the Commencement Speech on Day 2 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Bio-Security (CoVAB), the College of Health Sciences (CHS) and the School of Public Health (SPH). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Dr. Maggie Kigozi delivers the Commencement Speech on Day 2 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Bio-Security (CoVAB), the College of Health Sciences (CHS) and the School of Public Health (SPH). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Medical graduates urged to uphold Ethical values
Left to Right: Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe,Prof. Nicholas Ozor, Rt. Hon. Daniel Kidega, Dr. Lorna Magara, Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu, Ms. Anthea Ampaire and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga in the academic procession. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Left to Right: Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe,Prof. Nicholas Ozor, Rt. Hon. Daniel Kidega, Dr. Lorna Magara, Hon. Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu, Ms. Anthea Ampaire and Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga in the academic procession. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CAES, CoCIS, CEES and School of Law. Commencement Speaker-Prof. Nicholas Ozor, the Executive Director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network, Nairobi, Kenya. 24th February 202, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Graduation marks the next phase of accountability, graduates told
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (5th L) with DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali (4th L), DVCFA-Prof. Winston Ireeta Tumps (3rd L), Dr. Amy Jamison (6th L), Dr. Jose Jackson-Malete (7th L) and members of Management after the meeting on 23rd February 2026. Makerere University selected to host the Africa Office of the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), a significant milestone that underscores Makerere’s role in fostering research, innovation, and global collaborations across the continent, announced at a meeting of the University’s Central Management with an AAP delegation on 23rd February 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (5th L) with DVCAA-Prof. Sarah Ssali (4th L), DVCFA-Prof. Winston Ireeta Tumps (3rd L), Dr. Amy Jamison (6th L), Dr. Jose Jackson-Malete (7th L) and members of Management after the meeting on 23rd February 2026. Makerere University selected to host the Africa Office of the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), a significant milestone that underscores Makerere’s role in fostering research, innovation, and global collaborations across the continent, announced at a meeting of the University’s Central Management with an AAP delegation on 23rd February 2026, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak Selected to Host Alliance for African Partnership Africa Office
A Student with visual impairment demostrating the use of assistive technology that was installed at University Disability Support Unit. Level 1, Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A Student with visual impairment demostrating the use of assistive technology that was installed at University Disability Support Unit. Level 1, Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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A group photo of the meeting attendees, with Prof. Daniel Branch and Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe at the centre. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and University Management engagement with a delegation from the University of Warwick (UK) led by Prof. Daniel Branch, 13th February 2026, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A group photo of the meeting attendees, with Prof. Daniel Branch and Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe at the centre. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and University Management engagement with a delegation from the University of Warwick (UK) led by Prof. Daniel Branch, 13th February 2026, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Strengthening Global Partnerships to Advance Research, Innovation, and Graduate Training: Makerere University Hosts Delegation from the University of Warwick

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PhD Graduates from the School of Public Health and College of Health Sciences with Professor Christopher Garimoi Orach (Rear) at the 76th Graduation Ceremony. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health (MakSPH). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Graduation Underscores Investment in Africa’s Public Health Capacity

KAMPALA, 25 February 2026 — Higher education must move beyond awarding degrees to producing solutions for national and global crises,...
A photo collage of top researchers from the Makerere University School of Public Health L-R: Dr. David Musoke, Assoc. Prof. Peter Waiswa and Juliana Namutundu. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health (MakSPH) Vice Chancellors Research Excellence Awards. 25th February 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A photo collage of top researchers from the Makerere University School of Public Health L-R: Dr. David Musoke, Assoc. Prof. Peter Waiswa and Juliana Namutundu. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health (MakSPH) Vice Chancellors Research Excellence Awards. 25th February 2026, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Three MakSPH Faculty Honoured with Makerere University Research Excellence Awards 2026
The Principal-Prof. Bruce Kirenga (3rd R), Deputy Principal-Prof. Richard Idro (2nd R) and other staff in the academic procession on 25th February 2026 against the backdrop of the Main Building. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Health Sciences (CHS). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Principal-Prof. Bruce Kirenga (3rd R), Deputy Principal-Prof. Richard Idro (2nd R) and other staff in the academic procession on 25th February 2026 against the backdrop of the Main Building. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, College of Health Sciences (CHS). Commencement Speaker-Dr. Margaret J. Kigozi, Makerere University Endowment Fund Chairperson. 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere’s 76th Graduation Ceremony: CHS showcases research strength with 26 PhD Graduates
Bushirah Nakulima a Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (BEHS) student who will be graduating with a CGPA of 4.58 on February 25, 2026 looks at a transcript. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (BEHS) degree profiles, 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakSPH Environmental Health Graduates Trained to Prevent Disease at Its Source
Philliph Acaye, ahead of Makerere University’s 76th Graduation Ceremony scheduled for 24-27 February 2026. 76th Graduation Ceremony, Day 2, School of Public Health Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (BEHS) degree profiles, Philliph Acaye, 25th February 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Philliph Acaye and the Making of Uganda’s Environmental Health Workforce
Makerere University School of Public Health Graduates First Cohort of Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Short Course. Photo: ImageFX
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Makerere University School of Public Health Graduates First Cohort of Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Short Course
Moses Ntaro during his PhD Defense on 11th December 2025. Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Moses Ntaro, “Effect of Student Community Engagement on Open Defecation-Free Status,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Uganda has until 2030 to end Open Defecation as Ntaro’s PhD Examines Kabale’s Progress
Olivia Nakisita holds a bouquet of flowers after defending her doctoral thesis on December 16, 2025. Photo by John Okeya Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Olivia Nakisita, “Maternal Health Services for Adolescent Refugees in Urban Settings in Uganda: Access, Utilisation, and Health Facility Readiness,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Olivia Nakisita and the Quiet Urgency of Adolescent Refugee Health
Some of the equipment used to store samples at the Makerere University Biomedical Research Centre (MakBRC), College of Health Sciences (CHS). Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Call for Applications: Short Course in Molecular Diagnostics March 2026
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Whitney Najjuka, the best overall student of the Bachelor of Journalism and Communication this year with a CGPA of 4.46. She is set to graduate from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on Day 4 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony on Friday 27th February 2026 in the Freedom Square.
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Meet Najjuka Whitney, The Girl Who Missed Law and Found Her Voice

On the morning of Friday, February 27, when the academic procession winds its way across Makerere University’s Freedom Square for...
DVC (AA) Prof. Sarah Ssali hands over a plaque to Dr. Pamela Khanakwa during CHUSS End of year party on 12th December 2025. Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. DVC (AA) Prof. Sarah Ssali hands over a plaque to Dr. Pamela Khanakwa during CHUSS End of year party on 12th December 2025. Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation
Lead Facilitator-Dr. William Tayebwa (Centre) with facilitators and participants on Day Two of the training at Makerere University. Ugandan journalists specialized training on peace and gender-sensitive reporting to ensure responsible media coverage during the election period, held 8th-9th January 2026 at Makerere University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences Smart Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa organized by the Women’s Situation Room (WSR). Lead Facilitator-Dr. William Tayebwa (Centre) with facilitators and participants on Day Two of the training at Makerere University. Ugandan journalists specialized training on peace and gender-sensitive reporting to ensure responsible media coverage during the election period, held 8th-9th January 2026 at Makerere University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences Smart Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa organized by the Women’s Situation Room (WSR).
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Ugandan Journalists Trained on Peace and Gender-Sensitive Reporting Ahead of 2026 Elections
College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) invests over UGX 100 million in acquisition and installation of state-of-the-art interactive smart screens, marking a major step in strengthening digital teaching and learning at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CHUSS Invests Over UGX 100 Million in Interactive Smart Screens, Upgrades Teaching Infrastructure
A section of the officer in a group photo at the entrance of the School of Social Sciences, Makerere University. More than 130 cadet officers from Uganda Military Academy (UMA) in Kasambya orientation on library use and access to electronic resources as part of preparations for the Bachelor’s Degree in Defence Studies, 20th November 2025, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Over 130 Cadet Officers Oriented on Library Use at Makerere University
Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta (4th Left) and Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (3rd Left) with Left to Right: Prof. Josephine Ahikire, Prof. Robert Wamala, Prof. Andrew Ellias State, Assoc. Prof. Edgar Nabutanyi, Dr. Pamela Khanakwa, Mr. Tom Tibaijuka with a dummy of the book "Reclaiming Learning" at the event on 11th December 2025. College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) on 11th December 2025 celebrated the launch of five scholarly books, marking a significant milestone in the College’s contribution to academic research and discourse, Senior Common Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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College of Humanities and Social Sciences Launches Five Groundbreaking Publications
Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (Left) and Prof. Ruth Nsibirano (Right) show off the book at the launch. Makerere University Press launch of highly anticipated book “Gender, Social Norms and Agency: Perspectives from East Africa”, Edited by Professor Paul Bukuluki and Dr. Daphine Agaba Kabagambe. November 2025, Golf Course Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Press launches a Groundbreaking Book “Gender, Social Norms and Agency: Perspectives from East Africa,” Sparking a New Era of Collaborative Action for Gender Equality in the Region
Hon. Norbert Mao (Centre) flanked by Hon. Loice Biira Bwambale (To his Left), Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (To his Right), Hon. Hope Mwesigye (4th Right) and other officials at the Conference on 19th November 2025. World Philosophy Day celebrations 19th–20th November 2025, organized by the Department of Philosophy, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) in collaboration with the School of Law, UNESCO and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung under the theme: “30 Years of the 1995 Constitution: Gains, Pitfalls and Prospects.” Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Hon. Mao Urges African States to Institutionalise Accountability in Governance
Left to Right: Prof. Gorretti Nassanga, Dr. John Baptist Imokola, Ms. Harriet Sebaana, Dr. Wilson Kaija, Dr. Aisha Nakiwala, Dr. Charlotte Ntulume and other colleagues lay a wreath on Dr. Brian Semujju's casket in St. Francis Chapel on 5th August 2025. Funeral service in honour of Dr. Brian Semujju-Senior Lecturer, Department of Journalism and Communication, School of Languages Literature and Communication, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), 5th August 2025, St. Francis Chapel, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Dr. Brian Semujju: A Bright Burning Torch Extinguished
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Call for PhD Student Fellowships under Harnessing Health Data Science capacity to strengthen evidence-based interventions, policy and response to the HIV/AIDS Epidemic in Uganda (H-DATA) training grant, funded by the NIH through Fogarty International Center (Grant Number D43TW013056). A collaborative effort of multiple principal investigators from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa and University of California, San Francisco, USA.
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Call for PhD Student Fellowships under H-DATA

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International Fellows Recruitment – Wellcome Sanger Institute
Left to Right: Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu, Mr. David Kisitu and Dr. Peter Babyenda at the launch of the Platform. Makerere University launch of Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF)-funded knowledge-sharing platform designed to bridge research, education, and community outreach, with the aim of accelerating innovation and economic development in Uganda, December 2025, Kampala Sheraton Hotel, East Africa. Left to Right: Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu, Mr. David Kisitu and Dr. Peter Babyenda at the launch of the Platform. Makerere University launch of Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF)-funded knowledge-sharing platform designed to bridge research, education, and community outreach, with the aim of accelerating innovation and economic development in Uganda, December 2025, Kampala Sheraton Hotel, East Africa.
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Makerere University Launches Knowledge-Sharing Platform to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth
A photo moment of the attending delegation from Tsinghua University and some members of Top Management. Makerere University high-level meeting between Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and a delegation from Tsinghua University’s Hefei Institute for Public Safety Research, one of China’s leading centres of excellence in disaster prevention, public safety, and emergency management led by Dean Prof. Huan HongYong, Friday December 12, 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Explores Strategic Partnership with Tsinghua University in Safety Science, Disaster Resilience and Public Health
RMIT University Australia's Centre for African Engagement (CAE). Photo: ImageFX - Photorealistic
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RMIT Centre for African Engagement (CAE) PhD Scholarships
Collaborative study by Makerere University and the Ministry of Public Service titled “Impact of Salary Enhancement on the Performance of Secondary School Teachers in Uganda,” was funded by the Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF), handover of report by Dr. Cyprian Misinde, Director Quality Assurance to Minister Hon. Wilson Muruli Mukasa, 13th November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University and Ministry of Public Service Study Reveals Impact of Salary Enhancement on Teacher Performance in Uganda
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From Grassroots to Global Stage: African Scholars Map the Future of AI
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Africa’s Future through Research and AI: Makerere Hosts ARUA 5th Biennial Conference
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Mak-CoNAS Wins CAD 0.8 Million Grant to Scale-up Fish Processing Technologies & Empower Women in Uganda
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