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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

Makerere University has launched a knowledge-sharing platform designed to bridge research, education, and community outreach, with the aim of accelerating...
College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) end-of-year staff party, 18th December, 2025, Makerere University Guest House, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) end-of-year staff party, 18th December, 2025, Makerere University Guest House, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University CoBAMS Staff celebrate 2025 achievements
A group photo of Participants at the official launch of the China–Uganda Belt and Road Joint Laboratory on Natural Disaster Monitoring and Early Warning. Official launch of the China–Uganda Belt and Road Joint Laboratory on Natural Disaster Monitoring and Early Warning, a flagship collaboration with Tsinghua University of China, 17 December, 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A group photo of Participants at the official launch of the China–Uganda Belt and Road Joint Laboratory on Natural Disaster Monitoring and Early Warning. Official launch of the China–Uganda Belt and Road Joint Laboratory on Natural Disaster Monitoring and Early Warning, a flagship collaboration with Tsinghua University of China, 17 December, 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University and Tsinghua University Launch Landmark China–Uganda Joint Laboratory on Natural Disaster Monitoring and Early Warning
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe hands the Makerere flag over to Team Captain-Namutebi Rhonah Majoline as Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli (3rd Right), Mr. Brian Miiro (2nd Right) and Left to Right: Dr. Rodney Rugyema, Phillip Nuwagaba, Katsirabo Donic, Akampa Bob James and others applaud on 17th December 2025 in the Mak Indoor Sports Arena. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe officially flags off a contingent of 220 students, 13 coaches and 3 tutors from the Makerere University Games Union on 17th December 2025 at the Indoor Sports Arena to the 20th Edition of the Association of Uganda University Sports (AUUS) Games, 18th-23rd December 2025, Uganda Christian University (UCU) Mukono, Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe hands the Makerere flag over to Team Captain-Namutebi Rhonah Majoline as Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli (3rd Right), Mr. Brian Miiro (2nd Right) and Left to Right: Dr. Rodney Rugyema, Phillip Nuwagaba, Katsirabo Donic, Akampa Bob James and others applaud on 17th December 2025 in the Mak Indoor Sports Arena. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe officially flags off a contingent of 220 students, 13 coaches and 3 tutors from the Makerere University Games Union on 17th December 2025 at the Indoor Sports Arena to the 20th Edition of the Association of Uganda University Sports (AUUS) Games, 18th-23rd December 2025, Uganda Christian University (UCU) Mukono, Uganda, East Africa.
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VC Flags off 220 Strong Contingent to 20th AUUS Games

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(L-R) Dr. Oscar Mugula, Coordinator of the Center for Lifelong Learning at CEES; Prof. Anthony Mugagga, CEES Principal and representative of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd right); Prof. Moses Musinguzi, Principal of CEDAT; Ms. Jalia Nassaza from UVTAB, and Dr. Martin Muyingo, Head Teacher of Makerere College School, pictured during the official handover of the newly constructed perimeter wall fence on November 12th, 2025. Official hand over of newly constructed wall fence to Makerere College School executed by technical students pursuing higher diploma courses in Civil Engineering and Architecture under the Uganda Vocational and Technical Assessment Board (UVTAB), enrolled at the Centre for Lifelong Learning and Teaching, College of Education and External Studies (CEES), 12th November 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Real life project: Makerere University Vice Chancellor hands over constructed Wall Fence to Makerere College School

By Ritah Namisango and Harriet Musinguzi On 12th November 2025, Makerere University officially handed over a newly constructed wall fence...
L-R: Mr. Samuel Akena, Deputy Commissioner General of Prisons; Dr. Simon Kasasa, the Principal Investigator; Dr. Charles Olaro, Director General of Health Services, MoH; and Professor Rhoda Wanyenze, the Dean, School of Public Health, at the launch of the survey. Release of findings of Uganda National Prevalence Survey on Tuberculosis, HIV, and COVID-19 conducted by Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) in conjunction with the Uganda Prisons Services (UPS) and the Ministry of Health—with funding from the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and technical support from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and prevention (CDC), 15th May 2025, MakSPH Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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TB in Prisons Eight Times Higher Risk than General Population in Uganda, Study
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Third Left) with otther officials cutting the ribbon to commission M/s REDVERS
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Launching M/s REDVERS Start-up
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Advert: Application for Additional Undergraduate Programmes 2025/26
Person with special needs at the 73rd Graduation Ceremony
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Notice: Makerere Disability Scheme 2025/26 Medical Review Exercise
Participants in group photo after the inception workshop. Environment for Development (EfD) initiative at Makerere University inception workshop for two-year research project aimed at studying energy demand and efficiency among Ugandan households and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), supported by a $30,000 grant from the Carnegie Corporation under the CECAP program, 14th May 2025, EfD Conference Room, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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EfD Launches $30,000 Carnegie CECAP-funded Research Project on Household and SME Energy Efficiency in Uganda
Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, Mr. Deus Tayari Mujuni, Mr. Yusuf Kiranda and Mr. Amon Muteganda pose for a group photo with new staff during the induction ceremony on 15th May 2025. Makerere University on Thursday 15th May, 2025 embarked on a two-day induction exercise spearheaded by the Directorate of Human Resources for newly appointed staff, whose tenures commenced in the 2024/2025 financial year, Senate Conference Hall, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak Inducts Newly Appointed Staff

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Prof. Sarah Ssali (Centre) flanked by Prof. Julius Kikooma (Left) and Dr. Dorothy Sebbowa Kyagaba (Right) at the certificate award ceremony on 15th December 2025. Graduate Supervision and Mentorship Course and PhD Students who successfully undertook the University’s compulsory cross-cutting doctoral courses Certificate Award Ceremony, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 15 December, 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Leaders Call for Excellence in Research and Supervision as Academic Staff and PhD Students Receive Certificates
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
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
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Right) receives the Mak-HUC Status Report from the Chairperson-Dr. Allen Kabagenyi (Centre) and Chief MakHC-Prof. Josaphat Byamugisha (Left) on 11th December 2025. Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC)—established by the Vice Chancellor in 2022 as part of his strategic mandate to strengthen and oversee the University’s health service delivery-official handover of status report, 11th December 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Three Years of Impact: Makerere University Health User Committee Presents Status Report
Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga, Executive Director of JNLC makes her remarks. Makerere University, Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC) in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), three-day comprehensive leadership training targeting youth, young women, and local council leaders for more than 70 participants starting 4th December 2025 at Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) in Fort Portal City Uganda, East Africa.
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From Knowledge to Impact: Empowering Youth Leaders and Young Women with Transformative Leadership Skills
A section of participants during the end of year gathering at the EfD Conference room. Environment for Development (EfD) Uganda Centre at Makerere University taking stock of 2025 achievements and outlining strategic direction for 2025–2029, with a strong focus on energy transition, climate change, and sustainable natural resource management, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Kampala Uganda, East Africa, 19th December 2025.
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EfD Uganda Marks 2025 Milestones, Sets Strategic Path for 2025–2029
Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli (2nd Left) with Left to Right: Dr. Rodney Rugyema, Mr. Ambrose Murangira, and Ms. Donna Keirungi at the event on 12th December 2025. Capacity building session on inclusion for Students and Staff with Disabilities organized by the Office of the Dean of Students on Friday December 12, 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak Staff equipped in Disability-Inclusion
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Makerere’s Exhibition Show cases Art as a catalyst for Decolonisation
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Makerere University Hosts EU Delegation to Review Institutional Engagement in EU Cooperation Programmes
Front View of the reconstructed Main Building, Makerere University. Date Taken 8th November 2024. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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US$ 162m KEXIM Loan Approval Timely for Makerere University

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Prof. Sarah Ssali (Centre) flanked by Prof. Julius Kikooma (Left) and Dr. Dorothy Sebbowa Kyagaba (Right) at the certificate award ceremony on 15th December 2025. Graduate Supervision and Mentorship Course and PhD Students who successfully undertook the University’s compulsory cross-cutting doctoral courses Certificate Award Ceremony, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 15 December, 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Sarah Ssali (Centre) flanked by Prof. Julius Kikooma (Left) and Dr. Dorothy Sebbowa Kyagaba (Right) at the certificate award ceremony on 15th December 2025. Graduate Supervision and Mentorship Course and PhD Students who successfully undertook the University’s compulsory cross-cutting doctoral courses Certificate Award Ceremony, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, 15 December, 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Leaders Call for Excellence in Research and Supervision as Academic Staff and PhD Students Receive Certificates
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.
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US$ 162m KEXIM Loan Approval Timely for Makerere University
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Makerere University Hosts EU Delegation to Review Institutional Engagement in EU Cooperation Programmes
Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga, Executive Director of JNLC makes her remarks. Makerere University, Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC) in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), three-day comprehensive leadership training targeting youth, young women, and local council leaders for more than 70 participants starting 4th December 2025 at Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) in Fort Portal City Uganda, East Africa. Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga, Executive Director of JNLC makes her remarks. Makerere University, Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC) in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), three-day comprehensive leadership training targeting youth, young women, and local council leaders for more than 70 participants starting 4th December 2025 at Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) in Fort Portal City Uganda, East Africa.
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From Knowledge to Impact: Empowering Youth Leaders and Young Women with Transformative Leadership Skills
Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli (2nd Left) with Left to Right: Dr. Rodney Rugyema, Mr. Ambrose Murangira, and Ms. Donna Keirungi at the event on 12th December 2025. Capacity building session on inclusion for Students and Staff with Disabilities organized by the Office of the Dean of Students on Friday December 12, 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli (2nd Left) with Left to Right: Dr. Rodney Rugyema, Mr. Ambrose Murangira, and Ms. Donna Keirungi at the event on 12th December 2025. Capacity building session on inclusion for Students and Staff with Disabilities organized by the Office of the Dean of Students on Friday December 12, 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak Staff equipped in Disability-Inclusion
Participants, Session Chairs, Presenters, Discussants and JNLC staff pose for a group photo. Julius Nyerere Leadership Training Centre (JNLC) in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Inclusive Governance Symposium, 9th December 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Participants, Session Chairs, Presenters, Discussants and JNLC staff pose for a group photo. Julius Nyerere Leadership Training Centre (JNLC) in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Inclusive Governance Symposium, 9th December 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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JNLC-JICA Symposium advocates for Inclusive Governance: Amplifies debate on revisiting African-style Governance

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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

Makerere University has taken a significant step toward strengthening global research collaboration following a high-level meeting between Vice Chancellor Prof....
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Right) receives the Mak-HUC Status Report from the Chairperson-Dr. Allen Kabagenyi (Centre) and Chief MakHC-Prof. Josaphat Byamugisha (Left) on 11th December 2025. Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC)—established by the Vice Chancellor in 2022 as part of his strategic mandate to strengthen and oversee the University’s health service delivery-official handover of status report, 11th December 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Right) receives the Mak-HUC Status Report from the Chairperson-Dr. Allen Kabagenyi (Centre) and Chief MakHC-Prof. Josaphat Byamugisha (Left) on 11th December 2025. Makerere University Health User Committee (Mak-HUC)—established by the Vice Chancellor in 2022 as part of his strategic mandate to strengthen and oversee the University’s health service delivery-official handover of status report, 11th December 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Three Years of Impact: Makerere University Health User Committee Presents Status Report
Assoc. Professor Richard Idro (Left) with staff and stakeholders at the Exhibition Opening on 8th December 2025. Centennial Exhibition marking 100 years of Makerere University College of Health Sciences (MakCHS) opening 8th December 2025, Sir Albert Cook Library, Mulago Hill, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Assoc. Professor Richard Idro (Left) with staff and stakeholders at the Exhibition Opening on 8th December 2025. Centennial Exhibition marking 100 years of Makerere University College of Health Sciences (MakCHS) opening 8th December 2025, Sir Albert Cook Library, Mulago Hill, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakCHS Centennial Exhibition Opens
Cover page of the Proceedings of the National Annual Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases (NACNCD) and 19th Joint Scientific Health (JASH) Conference 2025 with a photo of the Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng posing for a group photo with other officials. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Proceedings of the National Annual Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases and 19th Joint Scientific Health Conference 2025
Participants pose for a group photo at the "Strengthening leadership and management among local government health managers in Wakiso district, Uganda", Project Dissemination Workshop held on 23rd April 2025 in the MakSPH Auditorium, Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Inside Uganda’s Silent AMR Crisis: Counterfeit Drugs, Antibiotic Overuse, and What Wakiso’s Evidence Reveals
Sub-Saharan African Network for TB/HIV Research Excellence (SANTHE) at Makerere University PhD and Masters of Science training opportunities. Photo: SANTHE. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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SANTHE PhD and Masters Fellowships
Cover page of the Makerere University College of Health Sciences International Coordination Office Newsletter, Issue 1 (January–June 2025). Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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International Coordination Office Newsletter, Issue 1 Jan–Jun 2025
Prof. Sarah Ssali and Dr. Charles Olaro (Centre) with officials and fellows at the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) on 27th October 2025. Makerere University Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) unveils second cohort of PhD Fellows and launch of Sewankambo Training Program for Global Health Security, 27th November 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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IDI launches the Sewankambo Training Program for Global Health Security in Africa
Sanger Prize 2026: Call for Applications Open. Photo: Wellcome Sanger Institute.
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Sanger Prize 2026: Call for Applications Open
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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

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) on 11th December 2025 celebrated the launch of five scholarly books, marking...
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. 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 Sciences1 month 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. 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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Diploma in Performing Arts Admission List 2025/26
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Special Exam Results -Diploma in Performing Arts 2025/26
Some of the PhD Students in the audience. College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) 2025 Graduate Symposium, Day 2, 20th June 2025, Main Hall, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CHUSS Graduate Symposium Showcases Research and Fosters Collaboration
The heads of the Department of Journalism and Communication and the Department of Community Health and Behavioural Sciences (centre) with participants from the first cohort of the Health Communication short course at Makerere University. June 5, 2025. Intensive one-month course on Health Communication, first cohort June 5 to July 24, 2025, jointly offered by Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH)’s Department of Community Health and Behavioural Sciences (CHBS) and the Department of Journalism and Communication (DJC), School of Languages, Literature, and Communication (SLLC), co-designed in 2024 with support from the Rockefeller Foundation through Amref Health Africa, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakSPH, DJC Launch Short Course on Health Communication
At exhibition site on 16th May 2025. L-R: Amb. Mauro Massoni, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Prof. Cecilia Pennacini, Prof. Alessandro Gusman, Prof. Dominic Dipio (2nd R) and other officials. Makerere University, in collaboration with the University of Turin and the Italian Embassy in Kampala, marked four decades of academic and cultural partnership with a landmark photographic exhibition titled "Connecting Cultures: The Italian Ethnological Mission in the Great Lakes Region" 16th May 2025, Arts Quadrangle, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Marks 40 Years of Cultural and Academic Cooperation with the Italian Ethnographic Mission
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RMIT University Australia's Centre for African Engagement (CAE). Photo: ImageFX - Photorealistic
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RMIT Centre for African Engagement (CAE) PhD Scholarships

RMIT University Australia’s Centre for African Engagement (CAE) invites suitably qualified citizens of African Countries for the PhD Scholarships outlined...
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. 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
Prof. Vukosi Marivate delivers the Third Keynote Address on Day 2 of the 5th ARUA Biennial International Conference on 30th October 2025. Day 2 of the 5th African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Biennial International Conference on Research, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence, October 30, 2025 hosted by Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Vukosi Marivate delivers the Third Keynote Address on Day 2 of the 5th ARUA Biennial International Conference on 30th October 2025. Day 2 of the 5th African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Biennial International Conference on Research, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence, October 30, 2025 hosted by Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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From Grassroots to Global Stage: African Scholars Map the Future of AI
The Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Information, Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza has officially opened the 5th African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Biennial International Conference on Research, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence, held on October 29, 2025 hosted by Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Africa’s Future through Research and AI: Makerere Hosts ARUA 5th Biennial Conference
Dr. Jackson Efitre, a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Zoology, Entomology, and Fisheries Sciences, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak-CoNAS Wins CAD 0.8 Million Grant to Scale-up Fish Processing Technologies & Empower Women in Uganda
From Print to Digital: A Historical-Political Economy Narrative of the Emergence and Adoption of ePapers in the Ugandan Press. Photo: ImageFX
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From Print to Digital: A Historical-Political Economy Narrative of the Emergence and Adoption of ePapers in the Ugandan Press
Call for Applications for a residential writing workshop, Lake Victoria Golf Resort Hotel, Kigo, Uganda, East Africa, January 6-9, 2026. Photo RUFORUM.
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Call for Applications for a residential writing workshop in Uganda
A nurse scrolls through her smartphone. Photo: DHPI-R, MakSPH, CHS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health3 months ago

What works, what doesn’t work? Researchers uncover the effect of supporting districts to operationalise digital payments for vaccination campaign workers
A picture reflecting digital payments for health workers - powering polio vaccination. Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Digital Payments Boost Vaccination Campaign Efficiency in Uganda
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