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An older photo of the Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda as seen from across the Freedom Square. Date taken: 22nd October 2012. An older photo of the Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda as seen from across the Freedom Square. Date taken: 22nd October 2012.
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Call For Nominations for the Position of Chancellor Makerere University

Makerere University invites nominations for the position of Chancellor of the University. Purpose of the position The Chancellor is the...
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Ambassador of Sweden to Uganda calls for full involvement of men and boys in achieving Gender Equality
Scholars, Alumni and the community of Achukudu Primary School during the commissioning of the classroom block on 2nd December 2023. Makerere University Mastercard Foundation Scholars and Alumni Annual Day of Community Service (Giveback), 2nd December 2023, Achukudu Community Primary School, Napak District, Karamoja, Uganda, East Africa. Scholars, Alumni and the community of Achukudu Primary School during the commissioning of the classroom block on 2nd December 2023. Makerere University Mastercard Foundation Scholars and Alumni Annual Day of Community Service (Giveback), 2nd December 2023, Achukudu Community Primary School, Napak District, Karamoja, Uganda, East Africa.
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Scholars & Alumni of Mastercard Foundation light up Achukudu Community, Napak District
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University presenting a lead paper on “Enhancing Safeguarding at institutions of higher Learning” at the Vice Chancellors’ Forum, a side-event of the 19th RUFORUM AGM held in Yaoundé, Cameroon. Right is Prof. Jude Lubega, the Vice Chancellor Nkumba University. 19th RUFORUM AGM, Theme: “Transforming Higher Education to Sustainably Feed and Create Prosperity for Africa”, 28th October-2nd November 2023 Vice Chancellors' Forum side-event, Palais de Congrès, Yaoundé, Cameroon, Africa. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University presenting a lead paper on “Enhancing Safeguarding at institutions of higher Learning” at the Vice Chancellors’ Forum, a side-event of the 19th RUFORUM AGM held in Yaoundé, Cameroon. Right is Prof. Jude Lubega, the Vice Chancellor Nkumba University. 19th RUFORUM AGM, Theme: “Transforming Higher Education to Sustainably Feed and Create Prosperity for Africa”, 28th October-2nd November 2023 Vice Chancellors' Forum side-event, Palais de Congrès, Yaoundé, Cameroon, Africa.
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African Universities urged on developing comprehensive safeguarding policies with critical elements of safety & protection

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Assoc. Prof. Julius Kikooma (Left) hands over to the Principal Assoc. Prof. Josephine Ahikire (3rd Right) in the CHUSS Smart Room, Makerere University on 18th March 2022.
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CHUSS Ag. Deputy Principal-Dr. Julius Kikooma hands over office

“I enjoyed working with all the colleagues in this college and I am grateful to the appointing authority for giving...
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2011 Call for applications: OWSDW Postgrad Fellowship-Women Scientists
Prof. Mahmood Mamdani, Director-Makerere Institute of Social Research, Makerere University Kampala
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Photos from Prof. Mahmood Mamdani’s Talk on S.Sudan
Prof Mahmood Mamdani, Director MISR during his talk on the South Sudan Referendum-Makerere University Kampala
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Prof. Mamdani tackles implications of Sudan’s Referendum
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Righting wrongs: The Ugandan on Obama’s commission
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“Together in the Art of Dance” Practice Session photos
Students from the Department of Performing Arts & Film together with students from the Norwegian College of Dance going through motifs of the Kizino dance at Makerere University 18th March 2011
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“Together in the Art of Dance”

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Application Forms for Admission to Public Universities 2024/2025
Soybean breeders with the Principal of CAES, Prof. Gorettie Nabanoga (4th R); Deputy Principal, Prof. Yazidhi Bamutaze (3rd R); and the Dean SAS, Dr John Baptist Tumuhairwe (2nd R) during their meeting at Makerere. Africa Soybean Breeders Meeting, 28th November to 1st December 2023, Makerere University, MUARIK, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Soybean Breeders Deliberate Strategies for Improving Productivity
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Front Row: Assoc. Prof. Robert Wamala (4th R) who represented the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Mak Team Lead-Prof. John Tabuti (5th R), Head GAMSU, Prof. Sylvia Nannyonga-Tamuusza (2nd R), HSRW Team Lead-Ms. Nele Vahrenhorst (Rear: 7th R) and other officials at the kick off workshop on 16th November 2023 at Makerere University. Strengthening Education and Research Capacity for Enhancing Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Natural Resources Use Project Kick Off Workshop, 16th November 2023, Senate Conference Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Dr. Allen Kabagenyi, Department of Population Studies, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS), Makerere University.
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Uganda Bureau of Statistics Welcomes New Board Members to Inform Key Decisions for the Country
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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Mak’s GMI Labs Authorized to Conduct DNA Paternity Testing
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Apac District gains from CEDAT’s Research on Piloting a Rural Broadband Connectivity Model and Efficacious patient management system
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Ms. Dorah Kasozi successfully defended her Ph.D. Thesis
Left to Right: Mr. Steven Byantwale Tibeijuka who represented Hon. Frank Tumwebaze, DVCAA-Prof. Umar Kakumba, Ag. Director Internal Audit-Mr. Patrick Akonyet and Principal CAES-Prof. Gorettie Nabanoga with other officials during a tour of the exhibition at the Freedom Square, Makerere University.
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Makerere University to set up an agro-processing skilling hub in 2024
Front Row (Left to Right): Dean School of Psychology-Dr. Martin Baluku, Prof. Julius Kiiza and Dean School of Liberal and Performing Arts-Dr. Pamela Khanakwa at the second Centre of Excellence in Research, Teaching and Learning (CERTL) pre-publication workshop on 27th November 2023. Fairway Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CHUSS Researchers to Publish a Book on Teaching Humanities and Social Sciences at Makerere University

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Front Row (Left to Right): MURBS Trustees Dr. Deus Kamunyu Muhwezi, Mr. George Bamugemereire, CPA Franco Angida Mugyema and Mr. Joseph Ikarokok. MURBS Presentation of Performance FY 2022/2023, 24th October 2023, Telepresence Centre, Level 2, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. East Africa. Front Row (Left to Right): MURBS Trustees Dr. Deus Kamunyu Muhwezi, Mr. George Bamugemereire, CPA Franco Angida Mugyema and Mr. Joseph Ikarokok. MURBS Presentation of Performance FY 2022/2023, 24th October 2023, Telepresence Centre, Level 2, Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. East Africa.
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Call For Expression of Interest: MURBS Independent Trustee (RE-ADVERTISED)
Seated Left to Right: Prof. Si Wei, Prof. Li Xiaoyun, President CAU-Prof. Sun Qixin, Ag. Vice Chancellor-Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, Principal CAES-Prof. Gorettie Nabanoga and Ms. Tang Ying with members of Management, the visiting delegation and other officials after the meeting on 24th November 2023. Seated Left to Right: Prof. Si Wei, Prof. Li Xiaoyun, President CAU-Prof. Sun Qixin, Ag. Vice Chancellor-Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, Principal CAES-Prof. Gorettie Nabanoga and Ms. Tang Ying with members of Management, the visiting delegation and other officials after the meeting on 24th November 2023.
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Mak-CAU Discuss Agricultural & Rural Transformation Collaboration
Professor Jacques Fame Ndongo, Cameroon's State Minister, Ministry of Higher Education, representing His Excellency Paul Biya, President of the Republic of Cameroon at the 19th RUFORUM Annual General Meeting in Yaoundé. Professor Jacques Fame Ndongo, Cameroon's State Minister, Ministry of Higher Education, representing His Excellency Paul Biya, President of the Republic of Cameroon at the 19th RUFORUM Annual General Meeting in Yaoundé.
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The 19th RUFORUM AGM in Yaoundé calls for consolidated efforts towards transforming higher agricultural & tertiary education to contribute to sustainable development & food security in Africa

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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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Mak’s GMI Labs Authorized to Conduct DNA Paternity Testing

The Genomics, Molecular, and Immunology Laboratories (GMI Labs), operating under the auspices of the Makerere University Biomedical Research Center (MakBRC),...
A Screenshot of Prof. Peter Waiswa during his interview with NTV. MNCH e-Post Issue No. 121, MakSPH, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A Screenshot of Prof. Peter Waiswa during his interview with NTV. MNCH e-Post Issue No. 121, MakSPH, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MNCH e-Post Issue 121: Learning from Nsambya Hospital Human Milk Bank to inform national scale-up & save preterm babies
Front Row (Left to Right): The hosts - Dr. Alice Namale and Ms. Evelyn Akello with Commissioner Allan Muruta and representatives from US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) enjoy a photo moment on 5th October 2023. Photo: METS. Plot 20A Kawalya Kaggwa Close, Kololo Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Front Row (Left to Right): The hosts - Dr. Alice Namale and Ms. Evelyn Akello with Commissioner Allan Muruta and representatives from US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) enjoy a photo moment on 5th October 2023. Photo: METS. Plot 20A Kawalya Kaggwa Close, Kololo Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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METS Newsletter October 2023
Professor Nelson K. Sewankambo, MBChB, MMed, MSc, FRCP, LLD (Hon), Makerere University College of Health Sciences, Kampala Uganda. Photo Credit: Anthony Ngunjiri
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UNGASS Panel Featuring Mak Staff
The Director, Dr. Alice Namale (4th Left) with teams from CDC Kenya, CDC Uganda and MakSPH-METS after the debrief meeting at METS offices. Makerere University School of Public Health-METS, Kololo, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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METS Newsletter September 2023
A mother breastfeeds her newborn baby. Photo MNCH. MakSPH, CHS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa
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MNCH e-Post Issue 120: Uganda needs to double efforts to save babies at the time of birth-Experts
An official uses BD BACTEC FX40 Automated Blood Culture Instrument at the Department of Medical Microbiology, School of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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State-of-the-art Medical Biochemistry Equipment and Services Alert
Permanent Secretary, MoICT & NG, Dr. Aminah Zawedde (3rd Right) flanked by Prof. Tonny Oyana (3rd Left) and the PI-Dr. Rose Nakasi Kiire (2nd Right) launches the Mak Ocular innovation on 13th September 2023 at CoCIS. Left to Right are Mr. Galandi Tony Kiire, Mrs. Elizbeth Gabona, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and a MakSPH official (Rear). College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Google invests US$1.5M in Mak Ocular: An AI Automated Mobile Microscopic Diagnosis of Malaria, Cancer & Tuberculosis
A nurse scrolls through her smartphone. Photo: DHPI-R, MakSPH, CHS, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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DHPI-R Newsletter: Issue 4-DHPI-R, WHO Africa Regional Office Partner to Develop a Global Research Agenda on Digital Payments for Campaign Health Workers in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Front Row (Left to Right): Dean School of Psychology-Dr. Martin Baluku, Prof. Julius Kiiza and Dean School of Liberal and Performing Arts-Dr. Pamela Khanakwa at the second Centre of Excellence in Research, Teaching and Learning (CERTL) pre-publication workshop on 27th November 2023. Fairway Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CHUSS Researchers to Publish a Book on Teaching Humanities and Social Sciences at Makerere University

Researchers from Makerere University College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) through its Centre of Excellence in Research, Teaching and...
UN Diplomats, Ambassadors, Makerere University and the Makorale Choir pose for a group photo. Anthems of the World Concert, 31st October 2023, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. UN Diplomats, Ambassadors, Makerere University and the Makorale Choir pose for a group photo. Anthems of the World Concert, 31st October 2023, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Anthems of the World Concert for the United Nations Day, 2023, in Uganda
Seated: Rt. Hon. Ruhakana Rugunda (4th R), H.E. Mr. Lucas Mayanga (4th L), H.E. Lulu Xingwana (3rd L), H.E. Rtd. Col. Fred Mwesigye (2nd L), Rt. Hon. Daniel Fred Kidega (L), Hon. Tarsis Kabwegyere (R), Dr. James Nkata (3rd R), Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga (2nd R) and other officials (Standing) at the Julius Nyerere Symposium on 14th October 2023. Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. Seated: Rt. Hon. Ruhakana Rugunda (4th R), H.E. Mr. Lucas Mayanga (4th L), H.E. Lulu Xingwana (3rd L), H.E. Rtd. Col. Fred Mwesigye (2nd L), Rt. Hon. Daniel Fred Kidega (L), Hon. Tarsis Kabwegyere (R), Dr. James Nkata (3rd R), Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga (2nd R) and other officials (Standing) at the Julius Nyerere Symposium on 14th October 2023. Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

President Museveni underscores political & economic integration as permanent cure for Africa’s marginalization
Left to Right: Mr. Andrew Tumusiime, Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga, Dr. Saturninus Mulindwa Kasozi, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Mr. Joram Nkumbi, Ms. Bhoke Wankyo Nyerere, Ms. Jovia Nazziwa, H.E. Mariat Namiiro and H.E. Alionzi Lawrence pose for a group photo after the Ekyooto on 13th October, JNLC, Makerere University. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

Youth urged to embrace technology, innovation & creativity to foster EAC integration
Ms. Judy Kamanyi who represented HRH Sylvia Nagginda the Nnabagereka (C) with DVCAA-Prof. Umar Kakumba (3rd R), Principal CHUSS-Prof. Josephine Ahikire (2nd R), Head DJC-Dr. Aisha Nakiwala (2nd R), Keynote Speaker-Prof. Elizabeth Lubinga Nviri (3rd L), Prof. Goretti Linda Nassanga (R) and other officials at the Annual Media Convention on 12th October 2023 at Makerere University. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences2 months ago

Journalism Department Holds Annual Media Convention 2023: Youth, Media & Communication Professionals Challenged to Harness Digital Media to Preserve Culture
Graduate Students from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) and officials pose for a group photo during the Orientation Ceremony on 25th August 2023. Yusuf Lule Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. East Africa.
Humanities & Social Sciences3 months ago

Graduate Students Assured of Improved Learning Environment as Makerere Transforms into being Research-led
The College Registrar, Mr. Vincent Abigaba (Standing) addresses freshers during the orientation at the Arts Quadrangle, College of HUmanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS). Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. East Africa.
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CHUSS Freshers Asked to Focus on Academics & Desist from Engaging in Politics & Rioting
Goretti Kyomuhendo (Left) shakes hands with the Chief Guest and Head of Afrigo Band, Mr. Moses Matovu (Centre) as Prof. Patrick Mangeni witnesses at the re-launch of "Whispers from Vera" on 26th August 2023, Yusuf Lule Auditorium, Makerere University. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere Honors Novelist Goretti Kyomuhendo: Re-Launches “Whispers from Vera” Novel
The Chief Guest-Mr. Benard Mujuni (3rd R), Principal CHUSS-Prof. Josephine Ahikire (C), Dean SLLC-Prof. Saudah Namyalo (3rd L), Chair Dept of Literature-Dr. Edgar Nabutanyi (2nd L), Chair 6th Mashariki LOC-Dr. Susan Kiguli (4th L), Keynote Speaker-Prof. Charles Okumu (4th R) and other officials at the opening ceremony on 24th August 2023, Makerere University. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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6th Mashariki Conference Opens with call for Further Engagement with Communities
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Soybean breeders with the Principal of CAES, Prof. Gorettie Nabanoga (4th R); Deputy Principal, Prof. Yazidhi Bamutaze (3rd R); and the Dean SAS, Dr John Baptist Tumuhairwe (2nd R) during their meeting at Makerere. Africa Soybean Breeders Meeting, 28th November to 1st December 2023, Makerere University, MUARIK, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Soybean Breeders Deliberate Strategies for Improving Productivity

The breeders from USA, Brazil and across Africa, including scientists from CGIAR met at Makerere University on 28th November-1st December...
Front Row: Assoc. Prof. Robert Wamala (4th R) who represented the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Mak Team Lead-Prof. John Tabuti (5th R), Head GAMSU, Prof. Sylvia Nannyonga-Tamuusza (2nd R), HSRW Team Lead-Ms. Nele Vahrenhorst (Rear: 7th R) and other officials at the kick off workshop on 16th November 2023 at Makerere University. Strengthening Education and Research Capacity for Enhancing Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Natural Resources Use Project Kick Off Workshop, 16th November 2023, Senate Conference Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Front Row: Assoc. Prof. Robert Wamala (4th R) who represented the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Mak Team Lead-Prof. John Tabuti (5th R), Head GAMSU, Prof. Sylvia Nannyonga-Tamuusza (2nd R), HSRW Team Lead-Ms. Nele Vahrenhorst (Rear: 7th R) and other officials at the kick off workshop on 16th November 2023 at Makerere University. Strengthening Education and Research Capacity for Enhancing Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Natural Resources Use Project Kick Off Workshop, 16th November 2023, Senate Conference Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Stakeholders to work with Academia to strengthen Education & Research in Biodiversity Conservation
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Mak-RIF engages Private Sector, NGOs, and CSO representatives in Uganda Review of the Mak-RIF Research Agenda
Alexander Kagaha, CARTA Cohort 7 graduate, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Photo; CARTA
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CARTA Fellow Kangaha on Reading, Thinking & Writing
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni (3rd Left) and First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports-Hon. Janet Kataaha Museveni (Centre) with Left to Right: Minister of State for Sports-Hon. Peter Ogwang, VC Ndejje University-Rev. Canon Prof. Olivia Nassaka Banja, VC UCU-Prof. Aaron Mushengyezi, VC Makerere-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and Member Governing Council ECUREI-Prof. Micheal Kawooya at the NCHE@20 Celebrations on 12th October 2023, Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. Photo: PPU. Kampala, Uganda, East Africa.
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NCHE Celebrates 20th Anniversary: Mak Showcases Research & Innovations
PI Paddy Asiimwe displays a system design of the proposed wearable device to monitor elderly people with dementia and cognitive impairment in rural Uganda on 13th October 2023 at the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Makerere University. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Mak-RIF Researchers Design a Tool to Monitor the Elderly with Dementia & Cognitive Impairment for Emergency Response
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament-Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa (2nd R) with UNDP Resident Representative-H.E. Elsie Attafuah (3rd R), Chairperson of Council-Mrs. Lorna Magara (4th R), Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (R) and other officials in the Makerere Incubation Centre ahead of the Youth and Innovation Expo opening ceremony on 6th October 2023, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Inaugural Youth & Innovation Expo a Roaring Success
A screenshot of the Researcher, Priscilla Namwanje (Left) and Interviewer, Rodrigo Silva (Right) during the interview. Photo: YouTube/Cogitatio Press.
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The future of African urban planning: A pattern language approach
Dr. Godwin Anywar, Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS), Makerere University. Photo: CARTA. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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CARTA Fellow Anywar Selected as Fellow of ASLP
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