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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

Makerere University on 11th November 2025 marked a significant milestone as the Health User Committee (Mak-HUC)—established by the Vice Chancellor...
Mrs. Betty Tumusiime-Mutebile (Centre) poses for a group photo with dignitaries that graced the 3rd Edition of the public lecture on 3rd December 2025. Makerere University hosted the Tumusiime Mutebile Annual Lecture, a tradition established to honour the life and legacy of the late Prof. Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile, an outstanding alumnus and former Governor of the Bank of Uganda who passed away in 2022, 3rd December 2025, Main Hall, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Mrs. Betty Tumusiime-Mutebile (Centre) poses for a group photo with dignitaries that graced the 3rd Edition of the public lecture on 3rd December 2025. Makerere University hosted the Tumusiime Mutebile Annual Lecture, a tradition established to honour the life and legacy of the late Prof. Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile, an outstanding alumnus and former Governor of the Bank of Uganda who passed away in 2022, 3rd December 2025, Main Hall, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Trees That Still Give Shade: Celebrating the Life and Impact of Prof. Tumusiime-Mutebile
Panelists and some speakers posing for a photo with the GRO Annual report on 3rd December 2025. Makerere University high-level policy dialogue bringing together the Environment for Development (EfD-Mak) Centre, Green Gas + Reforestation + Offset (GRO)  and  Bank of Uganda, to explore alternative financing mechanisms for climate action and sustainable development, 3rd December 2025, Seminar Room 1, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Panelists and some speakers posing for a photo with the GRO Annual report on 3rd December 2025. Makerere University high-level policy dialogue bringing together the Environment for Development (EfD-Mak) Centre, Green Gas + Reforestation + Offset (GRO)  and  Bank of Uganda, to explore alternative financing mechanisms for climate action and sustainable development, 3rd December 2025, Seminar Room 1, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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EfD-Mak, GRO Foundation & BoU Hold High-Level Roundtable on Green and SDG-Linked Financing
Stakeholders pose for a group photo at the International Day of Persons With Disabilities celebration held in the Main Hall on 1st December 2025. Makerere University International Day of Persons with Disabilities Celebration, a moment dedicated to reflection on inclusion and shared responsibility organised by the Dean of Students and 91st Guild Ministry of Students with Disabilities, 1st December 2025, Main Hall, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Stakeholders pose for a group photo at the International Day of Persons With Disabilities celebration held in the Main Hall on 1st December 2025. Makerere University International Day of Persons with Disabilities Celebration, a moment dedicated to reflection on inclusion and shared responsibility organised by the Dean of Students and 91st Guild Ministry of Students with Disabilities, 1st December 2025, Main Hall, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Reflecting on Strides made in Championing Inclusive Education

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CoSTClim – NORPART Call for Applications for PhD Student Mobility to Norway

Makerere University in collaboration with Norwegian University of Science and Technology(NTNU), Uganda Martyrs University (UMU) and Regional Universities Forum (for...
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Six PhD positions in Data Science and Data Engineering at University of Bonn
Call For Applications: OWSD Fellowship for Early Career Women Scientists
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Call For Applications: OWSD Fellowship for Early Career Women Scientists
Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd Left) flanked by Dr Richard Edema (3rd Left), Prof Bernard Bashaasha (4th Left) and other members of staff from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences during a tour of equipment procured by MARCCI.
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MARCCI Procures Equipment Worth One Billion
Prof. Mary Okwakol (7th L) flanked by Director DRGT-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (8th L), University Librarian-Dr. Hellen Byamugisha (6th L) Ag. Director GMD-Dr. Euzobia Mugisha Baine (5th L), Director HRD-Mr. Andrew Abunyang (4th L), Ms. Frances Nyachwo-GMD (3rd L), facilitators and participants of the HERS-EA Second Academy at the opening ceremony, 2nd July 2018, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
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Prof. Okwakol Calls For Transformational Leadership at HERS-EA Second Academy
Mak Guild Committee led by Guild President Papa Were Salim (3rd Right) hands over a report on fees structure to Chairperson University Council Eng. Dr. Wana Etyem on 2nd July 2018. Right is the Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe.
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Mak- Students’ Guild proposes 15% tuition increment for incoming students
RUFORUM Secretariat Offices, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
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Mastercard@RUFORUM announces 60 scholarship recipients for 2018-2019 Academic Year

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Dr. Ekwaro attending a capacity building workshop to enhance his skills at Mengo Hospital. Impact Stories: Dr Ekwaro Ronald, Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program alumnus, Optometrist, committed to enhancing eye health in Uganda. He plans to establish the country's first Myopia Control Centre, dedicated to safeguarding the eye health of young people in Uganda and neighbouring nations, November 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa, November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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From Mastercard Foundation Scholar to Changemaker: Dr. Ekwaro Ronald’s Vision for Eye Health in Uganda
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Call For Expression of Interest: WEE-DiFine Research Initiative
Hon. Prince Maele, Minister of Higher Education who opened the 21st RUFORUM AGM on behalf of the President of Botswana, H.E. Duma Boko tours the Makerere University exhibition accompanied by MoES' Mr. Timothy Musoke Ssejoba (Right) and other officials. Government of Botswana, the host of the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM)’s 21st Annual General Meeting (AGM).
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How transformative education is shaping Africa’s next generation of innovators
A group of the student leadership, staff of the DFCU Foundation and staff of Makerere University that were in attendance at the career symposium. Career & Financial Literacy Symposium, hosted by the 91st Students’ Guild, in partnership with the Makerere Advancement Office and the DFCU Foundation for Finalists, 4th December 2025, Department of Pharmacy Auditorium, Makerere University Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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From Campus to Career: Makerere Advancement Office, 91st Guild and the DFCU Foundation Equip Students with Financial and Employability Skills
Dr. John Sseruyange delivering the welcome remarks on behalf of the Director EfD-Mak. The high-level annual workshop organised by the Environment for Development (EfD) Makerere University Centre through its regional Inclusive Green Economy (IGE) Programme to draw a roadmap for accelerating the adoption of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) as Uganda struggles with rising climate shocks, stagnating agricultural productivity and worsening poverty levels, held on December 4, 2025 at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel, Uganda, East Africa.
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EfD, MDAs & Private Sector Strategize on Scaling up the Adoption of Climate Smart Agriculture in Uganda
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
Prof. Sarah Ssali (3rd Left) with Left to Right: Dr. Patricia Ndugga, Prof. Edward Bbaale, Assoc. Prof. James Wokadala, Dr. William Tayeebwa, Assoc. Prof. Faisal Buyinza and a member of staff at the CoBAMS Working Paper Series 2025 launch on 4th December 2025. College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) Working Paper Series 2025 launch by Prof. Sarah Ssali. It consists of over 60 working papers with research set to transform society, inform policy formulation, decision making, governance, development. 4th December 2025, CoBAMS Conference Room, Block B, School of Business, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CoBAMS Working Paper Series 2025
Ms. Eve Akongo Ampa, NutriFishPlus Project Administrator briefing participants about the products developed. Makerere University, through the College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), recognized for its outstanding contribution to the development of the fisheries sector in Uganda, award was presented during the Sustainable Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Environmental Awards Ceremony at the 7th edition of the Jinja Fish Festival, 6th–7th December 2025, Across the Nile Resort, along the banks of the River Nile, Njeru Municipality, Buikwe District, Uganda, East Africa.
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Jinja Fish Festival: Mak Recognized for its outstanding contribution to the Development of the Fisheries Sector
Dr. Rodney Rugyema (Centre) is joined by Staff and Student Safeguarding Champions to cut cake on 28th November 2025. Makerere University student and staff Safeguarding Champions celebration of Semester One achievements, 28th November 2025, Makerere Institute of Social Research (MISR) Gardens, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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A Night of Celebration: Safeguarding Champions Mark Semester One Milestones
The Principal CoVAB, Prof. Frank Norbert Mwiine. College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (CoVAB), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CoVAB Newsletter Oct-Dec 2025

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A group of the student leadership, staff of the DFCU Foundation and staff of Makerere University that were in attendance at the career symposium. Career & Financial Literacy Symposium, hosted by the 91st Students’ Guild, in partnership with the Makerere Advancement Office and the DFCU Foundation for Finalists, 4th December 2025, Department of Pharmacy Auditorium, Makerere University Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A group of the student leadership, staff of the DFCU Foundation and staff of Makerere University that were in attendance at the career symposium. Career & Financial Literacy Symposium, hosted by the 91st Students’ Guild, in partnership with the Makerere Advancement Office and the DFCU Foundation for Finalists, 4th December 2025, Department of Pharmacy Auditorium, Makerere University Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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From Campus to Career: Makerere Advancement Office, 91st Guild and the DFCU Foundation Equip Students with Financial and Employability Skills
Women’s Economic Empowerment and Digital Finance (WEE-DiFine) banner. Source: WEE-DiFine. Women’s Economic Empowerment and Digital Finance (WEE-DiFine) banner. Source: WEE-DiFine.
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Call For Expression of Interest: WEE-DiFine Research Initiative
Dr. Rodney Rugyema (Centre) is joined by Staff and Student Safeguarding Champions to cut cake on 28th November 2025. Makerere University student and staff Safeguarding Champions celebration of Semester One achievements, 28th November 2025, Makerere Institute of Social Research (MISR) Gardens, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Dr. Rodney Rugyema (Centre) is joined by Staff and Student Safeguarding Champions to cut cake on 28th November 2025. Makerere University student and staff Safeguarding Champions celebration of Semester One achievements, 28th November 2025, Makerere Institute of Social Research (MISR) Gardens, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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A Night of Celebration: Safeguarding Champions Mark Semester One Milestones
Dr. Ekwaro attending a capacity building workshop to enhance his skills at Mengo Hospital. Impact Stories: Dr Ekwaro Ronald, Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program alumnus, Optometrist, committed to enhancing eye health in Uganda. He plans to establish the country's first Myopia Control Centre, dedicated to safeguarding the eye health of young people in Uganda and neighbouring nations, November 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa, November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Dr. Ekwaro attending a capacity building workshop to enhance his skills at Mengo Hospital. Impact Stories: Dr Ekwaro Ronald, Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program alumnus, Optometrist, committed to enhancing eye health in Uganda. He plans to establish the country's first Myopia Control Centre, dedicated to safeguarding the eye health of young people in Uganda and neighbouring nations, November 2025, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa, November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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From Mastercard Foundation Scholar to Changemaker: Dr. Ekwaro Ronald’s Vision for Eye Health in Uganda
Members of Top Management and Amb. Judyth Nsababera pose for a group photo at the Main Building Staircase on 26th November 2025. Makerere University, in a Top Management meeting chaired by Prof. Sarah Ssali, the Acting Vice Chancellor, hosted an important engagement with Uganda’s Consul General to China, Amb. Judyth Nsababera, 26th November 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Members of Top Management and Amb. Judyth Nsababera pose for a group photo at the Main Building Staircase on 26th November 2025. Makerere University, in a Top Management meeting chaired by Prof. Sarah Ssali, the Acting Vice Chancellor, hosted an important engagement with Uganda’s Consul General to China, Amb. Judyth Nsababera, 26th November 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Hosts Ambassador Judyth Nsababera for Strategic Dialogue Advancing Uganda–China Engagement
Some of the Makerere University students pose for a group photo during the inaugural For Youth, By Youth Conference in Turkey. From Left to Right: Naomi Ayebale, Sandrah Naikambo, Kirabo Joel, Hope Nyamwiza (Sign Language Interpreter), Helena Nuwagaba, Harriet Tyobo Yake, Harunah Damba, and Michael Emong. Six students from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa travelled to Turkey to join 69 peers from other prestigious universities for the inaugural For Youth, By Youth Conference on Conscious Leadership and Global Solidarity organised by the Talloires Network of Engaged Universities, in collaboration with paNhari and Sabancı University, and supported by the Mastercard Foundation, 17th to 18th November 2025.  Some of the Makerere University students pose for a group photo during the inaugural For Youth, By Youth Conference in Turkey. From Left to Right: Naomi Ayebale, Sandrah Naikambo, Kirabo Joel, Hope Nyamwiza (Sign Language Interpreter), Helena Nuwagaba, Harriet Tyobo Yake, Harunah Damba, and Michael Emong. Six students from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa travelled to Turkey to join 69 peers from other prestigious universities for the inaugural For Youth, By Youth Conference on Conscious Leadership and Global Solidarity organised by the Talloires Network of Engaged Universities, in collaboration with paNhari and Sabancı University, and supported by the Mastercard Foundation, 17th to 18th November 2025. 
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Makerere Students share experiences, connections and inspiration at inaugural For Youth, By Youth Conference in Turkey

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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

The Ministry of Health and Makerere University in Uganda co-organised the National Annual Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases (NACNDC) and 19th...
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. 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. 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
1-year research MPhil in Genomic Science studentships. Photo: Wellcome Sanger Institute
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Call for Applications: 1-year Research MPhil in Genomic Science programme
8th Galien Forum Africa in Dakar, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye presents Dr. Michael Makanga with the Special Career Achievement Galien Prize under the theme Health sovereignty on 31 October 2025. West Africa.
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Dr. Michael Makanga and the Galien Africa Special Career Achievement Prize
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Centre) flanked by Prof. Samuel Abimerech Luboga (2nd Left), Dr. Andrew Kambugu (Left) and other officials cuts the tape to launch the Centre on 20th November 2025. Makerere University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, launched the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) Kalangala Clinical Research Centre—the island’s first modern research facility, 21st November 2025, Uganda, East Africa. Supported by the Gates Foundation, the centre is part of a multinational HIV prevention study conducted across 31 sites in Kenya, South Africa, and Uganda.
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Makerere Launches Kalangala’s First Clinical Research Centre
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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.
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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. 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.
Humanities & Social Sciences6 months ago

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.
Humanities & Social Sciences7 months ago

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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