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General12 hours ago

Freshers’ Joining Instructions 2026/2027

It brings me great joy to welcome you to Makerere University. First Year students (Freshers) are by tradition given an...
The Chancellor, Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga gestures during an interview on 17th January 2025. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 5, CAES, CEDAT and CHUSS. 17th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Chancellor, Hon. Dr. Crispus Kiyonga gestures during an interview on 17th January 2025. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 5, CAES, CEDAT and CHUSS. 17th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General7 days ago

Makerere University Chancellor Dr. Crispus Kiyonga Appointed 2nd Deputy Prime Minister
Students in discussion groups in Freedom Square on 1st April 2026. Students in discussion groups in Freedom Square on 1st April 2026.
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Applications for Admission to Undergraduate Programmes 2026/27
Makerere University DVCFA, Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, and Uganda Red Cross Society Secretary General, Mr. Robert Kwesigwa endorsed the MoU. Makerere University and Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, training, innovation, and humanitarian service delivery, 19th May 2026, Main Building, Kampala, East Africa. Makerere University DVCFA, Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, and Uganda Red Cross Society Secretary General, Mr. Robert Kwesigwa endorsed the MoU. Makerere University and Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, training, innovation, and humanitarian service delivery, 19th May 2026, Main Building, Kampala, East Africa.
Agriculture & Environment2 weeks ago

Makerere University, Uganda Red Cross Society Sign MoU to Advance Research, Training & Humanitarian Action

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Alex Mirugwe during his recent visit at the Scholars Program Offices at Makerere University. Alex Mirugwe from Kyotera District, the First Cohort of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering graduate, Data Scientist at Makerere University School of Public Health Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (METS) project, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General1 year ago

10 years on: ‘My story as one of the first cohort Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University’

By the Program Communication Team Seven years after graduating in 2018, Alex still exudes a warm and approachable demeanor. Despite...
PSC chairperson, Justice Ralph W. Ochan (C) flanked by Principal CoCIS-Prof. Tonny Oyana (2nd L) and other officials talks about the sucessfully concluded assessment in partnership with CoCIS, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda. Image:CoCIS
General8 years ago

CoCIS Hosts and Conducts ERS Pilot Exercise
R-L: Chancellor-Prof. Ezra Suruma, Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Principal MUBS-Prof. Wasswa Balunywa, Chair Council-Eng. Dr. Charles Wana-Etyem, DVCFA-Prof. William Bazeyo and the Mace Bearer from MUBS at the third session of the 68th Graduation Ceremony, 18th January 2018, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
General8 years ago

MUBS Ladies Take Best Overall & Best Female Scholar Honours at 68th Mak Grad
Some of the RUFORUM funded students shortly after receiving their PhDs on Day1 of the 68th Graduation Ceremony, 16th January 2018, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda Image:RUFORUM
General8 years ago

Press Release: 16 RUFORUM Funded Students Conferred Upon Doctoral Degrees
PhD Graduates Dr. Gabriel Karubanga, Dr. Ssebagala Lusiba and Dr. Narisi Mubangizi celebrating on Day1 of the 68th Graduation Ceremony, 16th January 2018, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
General8 years ago

CAES Presents 18 PhDs and Best Performing Sciences Student During 68 Graduation Ceremony
The Chancellor-Prof. Ezra Suruma (2nd L) followed by Chair Council-Eng. Dr. Charles Wana-Etyem, Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Academic Registrar-Mr. Alfred Masikye Namoah and other members of Management leads the procession out of the Freedom Square after the second session of the 68th Graduation, 17th January 2018, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. Mr. Mwetware Crescent was on the same day recognized by ACCA Uganda as the best BCOM (Accounting Option) student.
General8 years ago

68th Graduation Ceremony Day2: ACCA recognises Best Student in BCOM Accounting Option
Prof. Adipala Ekwamu, Executive Secretary-RUFORUM
General8 years ago

RUFORUM Receives US$1.5m Grant to Unleash Potential of African Science Leaders Through Post-Doctoral Fellowships

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The late Professor Abwoli Yabezi Banana (1951–2026). College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. Original Image resized using Gemini.
Agriculture & Environment3 days ago

Tribute To Professor Abwoli Yabezi Banana (1951–2026)
The late Sylas Ruhweza, 3rd President of the Scholars Association Makerere University (SAMAK). Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General4 days ago

Sylas Ruhweza: A Brief Life Marked by Meaningful Accomplishments
L-R: The presiding judges - Hon Justice Isa Serunkuma, Hon. Lady Justice Jane Okuo Kajuga, Hon Lady Justice Alice Komuhangi Khauka with Mayanja Owen who was named the best oralist at the moot competition. Public Interest Law (PILAC) 13th Clinical Legal Education (CLE) Moot presided over by a panel of three High Court Judges: Hon. Lady Justice Jane Okuo Kajuga, Hon. Justice Isa Serunkuma and Hon. Lady Justice Alice Komuhangi Khaukha, 14th May 2026, in the Makerere University School of Law (SoL) Moot Court Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Law2 weeks ago

13th Edition of the CLE Moot Competition
An aerial photo of the College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University showing Left to Right: The Sir Albert Cook Memorial Library, School of Biomedical Sciences, Davies Lecture Theatre, School of Public Health, Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital (MSWNH)-Background Left and Nakasero Hill-Background Right, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health1 week ago

Call for Applications: Masters Support in Self-Management Intervention for Reducing Epilepsy Burden
Makerere Impis Rugby Club players warm up ahead of one of their matches in the 2026 Premier League season. From the Graveyard to the Semi-Finals: The Remarkable Rise of Makerere University's Impis Rugby Club, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Sports1 week ago

From the Graveyard to the Semi-Finals: The Remarkable Rise of Makerere Impis Rugby Club
General2 weeks ago

Admission List for Bachelor of Laws under Government Sponsorship 2026/27
Prof. Julius Kikooma and Prof. Stella Neema pose for a group photo outside the Main Library with facilitators and PhD students after the training on 25th May 2025. Closure of a 10-day PhD cross-cutting training in Advanced Research Methods organized by the Directorate of Graduate Training and supported by iCARTA as part of efforts to strengthen doctoral education and research capacity, 25th May 2026, Main Library Room 24/7, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Research1 week ago

Makerere Challenges PhD Students to Turn Research Into Solutions as Advanced Research Methods Training Ends
Sylas Ruhweza's casket lies in the chapel. Requiem Mass in respect of Mr. Sylas Ruhweza, the first President of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni Community at Makerere University, 30th May 2026, St. Augustine Chapel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General4 days ago

Hundreds attend Sylas Ruhweza’s Requiem Mass
Seated: Prof. Sarah Ssali (2nd L) and Prof. Robert Wamala (2nd R) with Chairpersons of Research Ethics Committees on 25th May 2026. High-level meeting between University Management and Chairpersons of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) held in the Vice Chancellor’s Boardroom, Makerere University Main building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on May 25, 2026.
General4 days ago

Makerere University Pushes for Stronger Support for Research Ethics Committees amid Growing Research Demands
Prof. Michael Owor (L) handing over to Prof. David Ssevviiri. Second left is Makerere University Chief of Internal Audit, Mr Patrick Akonyet and on the right is Prof. Juma Kasozi, Deputy Principal, CoNAS. Prof. Michael Owor officially hands over office of Dean, School of Physical Sciences to Prof. David Ssevviiri for the next four years, effective 6th May 2026, on 28th May 2026, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Natural Sciences1 week ago

Change of Guard: Prof. Michael Owor Hands Over Office of Dean, School of Physical Sciences to Prof. David Ssevviiri

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Sylas Ruhweza's casket lies in the chapel. Requiem Mass in respect of Mr. Sylas Ruhweza, the first President of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni Community at Makerere University, 30th May 2026, St. Augustine Chapel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Sylas Ruhweza's casket lies in the chapel. Requiem Mass in respect of Mr. Sylas Ruhweza, the first President of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni Community at Makerere University, 30th May 2026, St. Augustine Chapel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General4 days ago

Hundreds attend Sylas Ruhweza’s Requiem Mass
Seated: Prof. Sarah Ssali (2nd L) and Prof. Robert Wamala (2nd R) with Chairpersons of Research Ethics Committees on 25th May 2026. High-level meeting between University Management and Chairpersons of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) held in the Vice Chancellor’s Boardroom, Makerere University Main building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on May 25, 2026. Seated: Prof. Sarah Ssali (2nd L) and Prof. Robert Wamala (2nd R) with Chairpersons of Research Ethics Committees on 25th May 2026. High-level meeting between University Management and Chairpersons of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) held in the Vice Chancellor’s Boardroom, Makerere University Main building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on May 25, 2026.
General4 days ago

Makerere University Pushes for Stronger Support for Research Ethics Committees amid Growing Research Demands
The late Sylas Ruhweza, 3rd President of the Scholars Association Makerere University (SAMAK). Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The late Sylas Ruhweza, 3rd President of the Scholars Association Makerere University (SAMAK). Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General4 days ago

Sylas Ruhweza: A Brief Life Marked by Meaningful Accomplishments
General2 weeks ago

Admission List for Bachelor of Laws under Government Sponsorship 2026/27
Graduands from College of Education and External Studies (CEES) at the 73rd Graduation on Tuesday 14th February 2023, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Graduands from College of Education and External Studies (CEES) at the 73rd Graduation on Tuesday 14th February 2023, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General2 weeks ago

Admission List to Bachelor of Education External (BED) 2026/27 -Government Sponsorship
Student discussion groups converge in tree shades on the edges of the Freedom Square overlooked by the Main Building. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Student discussion groups converge in tree shades on the edges of the Freedom Square overlooked by the Main Building. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
General2 weeks ago

Makerere University Kicks Off Semester Two Examinations Amid High Student Expectations

Health and Medicine

How to protect yourself and your loved ones from Ebola. Ministry of Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health4 days ago

Makerere Health Services Guidance on Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda recently reported an outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), which is a...
An aerial photo of the College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University showing Left to Right: The Sir Albert Cook Memorial Library, School of Biomedical Sciences, Davies Lecture Theatre, School of Public Health, Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital (MSWNH)-Background Left and Nakasero Hill-Background Right, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. An aerial photo of the College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University showing Left to Right: The Sir Albert Cook Memorial Library, School of Biomedical Sciences, Davies Lecture Theatre, School of Public Health, Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital (MSWNH)-Background Left and Nakasero Hill-Background Right, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health1 week ago

Call for Applications: Masters Support in Self-Management Intervention for Reducing Epilepsy Burden
Officials pose for a group photo with participants in the specialized short course on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) focused on their application in tuberculosis (TB) research, held from June 23–27, 2025, ResilientAfrica Network (RAN), Kololo MakSPH Annex. Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Officials pose for a group photo with participants in the specialized short course on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) focused on their application in tuberculosis (TB) research, held from June 23–27, 2025, ResilientAfrica Network (RAN), Kololo MakSPH Annex. Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health2 weeks ago

ALLSTAR Training Program: Applications Open for AI and Machine Learning Course in TB Research
Prof. Peter Waiswa (C) with participants at the World Health Regional Summit on 29 April 2026 in Nairobi Kenya. Photo: MNCH. Makerere University Center of Excellence for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH), based at the Makerere University School of Public Health in Kampala Uganda
Health3 weeks ago

MNCH e-Post Issue 132: Reimagining Africa’s Health Systems Takes Centre Stage at World Health Summit
Announcement: 2026 Intake – Certificate in Applied Health Systems Research. Photo: Nano Banana 2
Health4 weeks ago

Announcement: 2026 Intake – Certificate in Applied Health Systems Research
Demonstration of emergency medical procedures performed by the Uganda Red Cross Society at the first-ever National Water Safety Swimming Gala organised by the Ministry of Water and Environment at Greenhill Academy in Kibuli on March 21, 2026. Photo: Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health4 weeks ago

WHO Report Highlights Global Drowning Burden as MakSPH Contributes to Evidence and Action
Illustrative photo of a man splashing in a water body. Photo: MakSPH
Health1 month ago

MakSPH Contributes to Global Strategy to Reduce Drowning Deaths
MUCHAP has demonstrated how academic research frameworks can be integrated into national systems to strengthen Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS). Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Photo: Nano Banana 2
Health1 month ago

Makerere University’s role in empowering Uganda’s Vital Statistics for CRVS Reform
Makerere University scientists have found the countdown clock for when Ugandan children will die from malaria: The question is whether anyone is listening. Photo: Nano Banana 2, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Health1 month ago

World Malaria Day 2026: Makerere scientists have found the countdown clock for when Ugandan children will die from malaria: The question is whether anyone is listening
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Humanities

The Acting Vice Chancellor-Prof. Henry Alinaitwe (Centre) with royals and dignitaries at the Symposium on 21st May 2026. Inter-University Symposium on Pan-Africanism and Reparatory Justice held ahead 21st May 2025 of the Africa Day Celebrations with over 23 participating Universities, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 weeks ago

Symposium on Pan-Africanism and Reparatory Justice Ignites Debate on African Unity and Decolonisation of Systems

By Charles Iga and Ritah Namisango On 21st May 2026, candid discussions and reflections on the dignity and survival of...
Yours2Read, Department of Literature, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa Short Story Competition 2026. Photo: Nano Banana 2. Yours2Read, Department of Literature, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa Short Story Competition 2026. Photo: Nano Banana 2.
Humanities & Social Sciences1 month ago

Makerere University Short Story Writing Competition 2026
Students from the Department of Performing Arts on 4th April 2025. Students from the Department of Performing Arts on 4th April 2025.
Education1 month ago

Special University Entry Examinations for the Diploma in Performing Arts 2026/27
Whitney Najjuka, the best overall student of the Bachelor of Journalism and Communication this year with a CGPA of 4.46. She is set to graduate from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on Day 4 of the 76th Graduation Ceremony on Friday 27th February 2026 in the Freedom Square.
Humanities & Social Sciences3 months ago

Meet Najjuka Whitney, The Girl Who Missed Law and Found Her Voice
DVC (AA) Prof. Sarah Ssali hands over a plaque to Dr. Pamela Khanakwa during CHUSS End of year party on 12th December 2025. Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences4 months ago

Dr. Pamela Khanakwa Honored for Steering Record 18 PhD Candidates for the Mak 2026 Graduation
Lead Facilitator-Dr. William Tayebwa (Centre) with facilitators and participants on Day Two of the training at Makerere University. Ugandan journalists specialized training on peace and gender-sensitive reporting to ensure responsible media coverage during the election period, held 8th-9th January 2026 at Makerere University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences Smart Room, Kampala Uganda, East Africa organized by the Women’s Situation Room (WSR).
Humanities & Social Sciences5 months ago

Ugandan Journalists Trained on Peace and Gender-Sensitive Reporting Ahead of 2026 Elections
College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) invests over UGX 100 million in acquisition and installation of state-of-the-art interactive smart screens, marking a major step in strengthening digital teaching and learning at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences5 months ago

CHUSS Invests Over UGX 100 Million in Interactive Smart Screens, Upgrades Teaching Infrastructure
A section of the officer in a group photo at the entrance of the School of Social Sciences, Makerere University. More than 130 cadet officers from Uganda Military Academy (UMA) in Kasambya orientation on library use and access to electronic resources as part of preparations for the Bachelor’s Degree in Defence Studies, 20th November 2025, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences5 months ago

Over 130 Cadet Officers Oriented on Library Use at Makerere University
Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta (4th Left) and Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (3rd Left) with Left to Right: Prof. Josephine Ahikire, Prof. Robert Wamala, Prof. Andrew Ellias State, Assoc. Prof. Edgar Nabutanyi, Dr. Pamela Khanakwa, Mr. Tom Tibaijuka with a dummy of the book "Reclaiming Learning" at the event on 11th December 2025. College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) on 11th December 2025 celebrated the launch of five scholarly books, marking a significant milestone in the College’s contribution to academic research and discourse, Senior Common Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences6 months ago

College of Humanities and Social Sciences Launches Five Groundbreaking Publications
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Prof. Julius Kikooma and Prof. Stella Neema pose for a group photo outside the Main Library with facilitators and PhD students after the training on 25th May 2025. Closure of a 10-day PhD cross-cutting training in Advanced Research Methods organized by the Directorate of Graduate Training and supported by iCARTA as part of efforts to strengthen doctoral education and research capacity, 25th May 2026, Main Library Room 24/7, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Research1 week ago

Makerere Challenges PhD Students to Turn Research Into Solutions as Advanced Research Methods Training Ends

By Moses Lutaaya The Director of Graduate Training at Makerere University, Prof. Julius Kikooma, has challenged PhD students to ensure...
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Research1 month ago

Why Education System Resilience Matters: Insights from GPE Partner Countries in Africa
Prof. Kikooma Julius addresses participants at the workshop on 23rd April 2026. Journal Editors’ Workshop organized by Makerere University Press (Mak Press) to discuss publication standards, consistency in journal production, international indexing requirements, governance, and sustainability of academic journals, April 23, 2026, in the Smart Room, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Kikooma Julius addresses participants at the workshop on 23rd April 2026. Journal Editors’ Workshop organized by Makerere University Press (Mak Press) to discuss publication standards, consistency in journal production, international indexing requirements, governance, and sustainability of academic journals, April 23, 2026, in the Smart Room, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Research1 month ago

Makerere Revives Scholarly Publishing through Journal Editors’ Workshop to Boost Global Rankings
Call for two PhD Positions under the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking funded Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DiDiDi) Project. Image: Nano Banana 2.
Research1 month ago

Call for two PhD Positions under the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking funded Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DiDiDi) Project
A screenshot of some of the speakers at the high-level webinar. A high-level webinar hosted by the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships in collaboration with the Directorate of Graduate Training at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa reinforces urgent need for early engagement with research ethics, drawing over 500 participants in attendance and close to 980 registrations to discuss ethical approval processes and responsible research conduct, 9th April 2026.
Research2 months ago

“Start with Ethics”: Makerere Webinar Rallies Researchers to Prioritize Ethical Approval from Day One
High-level workshop of regulators, academic leaders, and research ethics committees focused on improving coordination, efficiency, and accountability in research oversight, 19th March 2026, Conference Room, School of Business, CoBAMS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Research3 months ago

Makerere Strengthens Research Ethics as Leaders Call for Reforms in Governance, Integrity, and Student Support
Research3 months ago

Consolidating Early Career Academics Programme (CECAP II) Fellows Hold Progress Reporting Workshop
Call for PhD Student Fellowships under Harnessing Health Data Science capacity to strengthen evidence-based interventions, policy and response to the HIV/AIDS Epidemic in Uganda (H-DATA) training grant, funded by the NIH through Fogarty International Center (Grant Number D43TW013056). A collaborative effort of multiple principal investigators from Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa and University of California, San Francisco, USA.
Research4 months ago

Call for PhD Student Fellowships under H-DATA
International Fellows Recruitment - Wellcome Sanger Institute. Photo: ImageFX
Research5 months ago

International Fellows Recruitment – Wellcome Sanger Institute
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