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Heads of Diplomatic Missions are joined by Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli and Dr. Euzobia Mugisa Baine and other officials for a group photo at the Rugby Grounds on 24th November 2025. Makerere University in partnership with Embassy of Sweden in Uganda and UNFPA in Uganda hosted the "Strides for Change" Activism walk and official unveiling of the 2025 16 Days of Activism campaign on Monday 24th November, 2025. Heads of Diplomatic Missions are joined by Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli and Dr. Euzobia Mugisa Baine and other officials for a group photo at the Rugby Grounds on 24th November 2025. Makerere University in partnership with Embassy of Sweden in Uganda and UNFPA in Uganda hosted the "Strides for Change" Activism walk and official unveiling of the 2025 16 Days of Activism campaign on Monday 24th November, 2025.
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16 Days of Activism Campaign Unveiled

Makerere University in partnership with the Embassy of Sweden in Uganda and UNFPA in Uganda hosted the “Strides for Change”...
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. 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
A group photo from the left; Puan Sri Datin, Prof. Dr. Rohini Devi, Tan Sri Dato Professor Joseph Adaikalam, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Prof. Sarah Ssali and Al‑Haj Habib Kagimu, Honorary Consul to Malaysia. Makerere University has started preliminary discussions with Binary University of Management and Entrepreneurship (Malaysia) to deepen its global partnerships through high-level engagements, aimed at fostering innovation-driven education, entrepreneurship, and women’s leadership, Main Building, 21st November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A group photo from the left; Puan Sri Datin, Prof. Dr. Rohini Devi, Tan Sri Dato Professor Joseph Adaikalam, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Prof. Sarah Ssali and Al‑Haj Habib Kagimu, Honorary Consul to Malaysia. Makerere University has started preliminary discussions with Binary University of Management and Entrepreneurship (Malaysia) to deepen its global partnerships through high-level engagements, aimed at fostering innovation-driven education, entrepreneurship, and women’s leadership, Main Building, 21st November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Strengthening South-South Academic Partnerships: Makerere University and Binary University Chart a Strategic Path for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Women’s Leadership
Prof. Sarah Ssali (4th Right) with Left to Right: Assoc. Prof. David Musoke, Ms. Mazeda Hossain, Mr. Mathias Ssemanda, Prof. Linda Gibson, Prof. Neil Mansfield, Dr. Damilola Omodara and Dr. Helen Karditsas after the courtesy call on 21st November 2025. Makerere University has hosts delegation from Nottingham Trent University (NTU) for high-level discussions focused on strengthening and expanding the long-standing collaboration between the two institutions. The team that was received by Prof. Sarah Ssali, 21st November 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Prof. Sarah Ssali (4th Right) with Left to Right: Assoc. Prof. David Musoke, Ms. Mazeda Hossain, Mr. Mathias Ssemanda, Prof. Linda Gibson, Prof. Neil Mansfield, Dr. Damilola Omodara and Dr. Helen Karditsas after the courtesy call on 21st November 2025. Makerere University has hosts delegation from Nottingham Trent University (NTU) for high-level discussions focused on strengthening and expanding the long-standing collaboration between the two institutions. The team that was received by Prof. Sarah Ssali, 21st November 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Hosts Delegation from Nottingham Trent University to Deepen Collaborative Ties

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Participants in the Co-Creation Workshop pose for a group photo during a break session, 24th April 2024. EfD-Uganda Fellows Co-creation workshop with representatives from Government, CSO and the private sector to generate a context-relevant Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSMEs)-led model for supporting the transition to low-carbon ag-tech by smallholder farmers, 25th April 2024, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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EfD-Uganda Stakeholders Co-Creation Workshop Discusses Clean Energy Solutions for Small Holder Farmers

Members of the academia and EfD research fellows on 25th April, 2024 held a co-creation workshop with representatives from government...
Vision Group CEO-Mr. Robert Kabushenga (L) and Vice Chancellor Prof. John Ddumba-Ssentamu flanked by R-L Senior Legal Officer-Mr. Goddy Muhumuza, Deputy Principal CoCIS-Dr. Agnes Rwashana Semwanga and Principal CoCIS-Dr. C. Okello Obura and Vision Group Staff sign the MoU on 1st July 2014, Vision Group Premises, Kampala Uganda
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Mak-Vision Group sign Knowledge Exchange MoU
Participants in the Mak-SLU 1st Innovative Doctoral Education for Global Food Security Project pose with the DVCAA-Dr. Ernest Okello Ogwang, Director DRGT-Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza, University Librarian-Prof. Maria Musoke and SLU Staff at the Dinner, 20th June 2014, Lawns Kololo
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Mak-SLU train first Innovative Doctoral Students’ Cohort
The late Prof. Russel Botman (3rd R) with Director Quality Assurance-Dr. Vincent Ssembatya (L), University of Nairobi Vice-Chancellor Prof. George Magoha (2nd L), University of Dar-es-Salaam Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mukanadla Rwekaza during an earlier Hope@Africa event at Stellenbosch University
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Mak Tribute to the Late Professor Hayman Russel Botman
R-L: Dr. Chris Bakuneeta, Makerere Volleyball Coach-Mr. Kawooya Eric with Members of the Men's Volleyball Team during the Institutional Title held 21st to 22nd June 2014 at Nkumba University, Wakiso Uganda
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Mak Men put up Spirited Fight at 2014 Institutional Meet
L-R: Dr. Tanga Odoi, DVCFA-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Dir EWD-Mr. Fred Nuwagaba, Chair MUASA-Dr. Kiggundu Musoke, SOL Founder-Mr. Alan Hurst, DVCAA-Dr. Ernest Okello Ogwang, Guild President-H.E. Ivan Bwowe, Makerere Imam-Iddi Kasozi, Chief Guest-ACP Fred Enanga, MD SHARP-Mr. Patrick Katto, Mrs. Rosette Katto, Chair Convocation-Mr. Bruce Kabaasa, CEDAT Dep. Principal Dr. Venny Nakazibwe at the So-Lite Project Launch, 27th June 2014, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
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Mak-SHARP launch So-Lite Solar Street Lighting Project
Inside the Banana Tissue Culture Lab, MUARIK, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences-CAES Kabanyolo, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
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GIST TECH-I COMPETITION 2014

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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
Mentors pose for a group photo at the end of their annual workshop at Fairway Hotel. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University annual workshop for mentors, 13th November 2025, Fairway Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University officially commences implementation of its Mentorship Policy
(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
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe with Mr. Yusuf Kiranda, Mr. Evarist Bainomugisha and officials pose for a group photo with student entrepreneurs on 12th November 2025. School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bio-Engineering (SFTNB), in partnership with the Makerere Innovation and Incubation Center (MIIC), third edition of Entrepreneurship Exhibition on 12th November 2025, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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SFTNB-MIIC Partnership Nurtures Entrepreneurial Learners & Change Agents
A group photo showing participants of the review meeting for the MERIT project in front of the Main Building. College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) comprehensive impact review of the Environmental Risk Management Under Increasing extremes and Uncertainty (MERIT) Project, bringing together faculty, researchers, students, and partners from Ugandan and Norwegian institutions, 17th November 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Strengthening Capacity and Shaping Policy: Makerere University Reviews Progress of MERIT and Environmental Risk Research Programs
Staff from the Makerere University College of Health Sciences (MakCHS) recognised for their contribution to the health sector in Uganda and beyond during 6th edition of the Heroes in Health Awards (HIHA) held 14th November 2025 during the Africa Health Summit at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Professor Moses Galukande (Right) and Dr. Mary Nabbosa (Left) with Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng (Centre) after receiving their respective Minister’s Special Recognition Awards.
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MakCHS Staff recognised for their contribution to health at 2025 HIHA Awards
Front Row: Prof. Edward Bbaale (3rd Left) and Dr. John Sseruyange (Right) with trainers and officials from KCCA in Jinja on 17th November 2025. Public Investment Management Centre of Excellence (PIM CoE), College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa, two-week specialized training in Financial Appraisal and Risk Analysis for officials from the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) 17th-28th November 2025, Official opening on 17th November 2025 in Jinja.
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KCCA Officials Begin Two-Week Public Investment Management Training in Jinja
Dr. Tomasz Padło (Right) with the Dean Margaret Trowel School of Industrial and Fine Art (MTSIFA) Assoc. Prof. Amanda Tumusiime (Centre) and the International Relations Office's Ms. Betty Nabisubi (Left). Dr. Tomasz Padło, Erasmus Exchange Professor from UKEN, Poland won first prize in the prestigious Grand Press Photo 2025 competition in the Culture – Single category for a photo he took at Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa during his exchange visit.
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Erasmus Exchange Prof.’s Mak Photo wins Poland National Prize
Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga (4th left) with some JNLC staff members, Facilitators, Adjudicators and the Alumni who pitched their community innovation projects, pose for a group photo on 17th November 2025 at Fairway Hotel. Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC) at Makerere University, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), two-day Community Innovation Showcase and Alumni Workshop on 17th November 2025, Fairway Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. An event dedicated to strengthening alumni-led community transformation across Uganda.
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JNLC and UNDP Host Two-Day Community Innovation Showcase Featuring Impactful Alumni Projects
Makerere University Writing Centre (MakWC), Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP), workshop aimed at enhancing professional writing skills among University staff, second training, 13th November 2025, School of Business Conference Hall, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Writing Centre holds second training workshop: Roots for standard University-wide templates in minute writing

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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, Joel Kirbi, 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, Joel Kirbi, 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
In Memory of Mr. Francis Seletze Ngabirano (1935-2025). Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa. In Memory of Mr. Francis Seletze Ngabirano (1935-2025). Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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In Honor of the Life and Legacy of Mr. Francis Seletze Ngabirano-A Steady Hand through the Storms
The 2025 lecture will be delivered by Eng. Dr. Francis Frederick “Tusu” Tusubira. A Legacy That Still Speaks: Announcing the 2025 Emmanuel Tumusime Mutebile Annual Public Lecture, 3rd December 2025, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The 2025 lecture will be delivered by Eng. Dr. Francis Frederick “Tusu” Tusubira. A Legacy That Still Speaks: Announcing the 2025 Emmanuel Tumusime Mutebile Annual Public Lecture, 3rd December 2025, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Illuminating Visionary Leadership: Introducing the Keynote Speaker for the 2025 Emmanuel Tumusime Mutebile Annual Public Lecture
Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli represented the Vice Chancellor. Makerere University in partnership with Embassy of Sweden in Uganda and UNFPA in Uganda hosted the "Strides for Change" Activism walk and official unveiling of the 2025 16 Days of Activism campaign on Monday 24th November, 2025. Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli represented the Vice Chancellor. Makerere University in partnership with Embassy of Sweden in Uganda and UNFPA in Uganda hosted the "Strides for Change" Activism walk and official unveiling of the 2025 16 Days of Activism campaign on Monday 24th November, 2025.
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Each of us has a role in building a society free from violence-Prof Nawangwe
A Legacy That Still Speaks: Announcing the 2025 Emmanuel Tumusime Mutebile Annual Public Lecture, 3rd December 2025, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. A Legacy That Still Speaks: Announcing the 2025 Emmanuel Tumusime Mutebile Annual Public Lecture, 3rd December 2025, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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A Legacy That Still Speaks: Announcing the 2025 Emmanuel Tumusime Mutebile Annual Public Lecture
The five JNLC-UNDP Alumni Community Innovation Winners pose for a group photo with Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga-Executive Director of JNLC and Ms. Annet Mpabulungi Wakabi-Team Leader, Governance and Peace, UNDP. Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC) at Makerere University, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), two-day Community Innovation Showcase and Alumni Workshop 18th November 2025, School of Public Health Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. An event dedicated to strengthening alumni-led community transformation across Uganda. The five JNLC-UNDP Alumni Community Innovation Winners pose for a group photo with Dr. Nansozi K. Muwanga-Executive Director of JNLC and Ms. Annet Mpabulungi Wakabi-Team Leader, Governance and Peace, UNDP. Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre (JNLC) at Makerere University, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), two-day Community Innovation Showcase and Alumni Workshop 18th November 2025, School of Public Health Auditorium, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. An event dedicated to strengthening alumni-led community transformation across Uganda.
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From Vision to Action: Five JNLC–UNDP Alumni Innovations Win Seed Funding

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Sanger Prize 2026: Call for Applications Open. Photo: Wellcome Sanger Institute.
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Sanger Prize 2026: Call for Applications Open

The Sanger Prize 2026 is now open for applications, and will be until the 9th January 2026. Further details and a link...
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. 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
Dr. Peter Waiswa, an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Policy, Planning, and Management (HPPM), Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa announced Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (FAAS), 21st November 2025. Dr. Peter Waiswa, an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Policy, Planning, and Management (HPPM), Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa announced Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (FAAS), 21st November 2025.
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Prof. Waiswa elected Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences
Staff from the Makerere University College of Health Sciences (MakCHS) recognised for their contribution to the health sector in Uganda and beyond during 6th edition of the Heroes in Health Awards (HIHA) held 14th November 2025 during the Africa Health Summit at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Professor Moses Galukande (Right) and Dr. Mary Nabbosa (Left) with Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng (Centre) after receiving their respective Minister’s Special Recognition Awards.
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MakCHS Staff recognised for their contribution to health at 2025 HIHA Awards
Participants in the stakeholder consultative workshop convened by MakSPH to guide the research component of the initiative on Monday, 10 November, at Kabira Country Club. Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Ministry of Health (MoH) and Joint Medical Stores (JMS) launched of project to boost Uganda’s health supply chain backed by the Gates Foundation to improve emergency deliveries and use data to ensure lasting resilience, flag off-6th November 2025, stakeholder consultative workshop-10th November 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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MakSPH, MOH and JMS Lead National Efforts to Build a Resilient Health Supply Chain
Panelists moderated by ED IDI-Dr. Andrew Kambugu (Left) reflect on Dr. Lukwiya's legacy during the 23rd Matthew Lukwiya Memorial Lecture on 7th November 2025. Ministry of Health (MoH), Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Makerere University College of Health Science (MakCHS) and other partners jointly hosting the National Annual Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases (NACNDC) and 19th Joint Annual Scientific Health (JASH) Conference 2025, 23rd Matthew Lukwiya Memorial Lecture, Kampala Declaration Statement and Closing Ceremony 5th November 2025, Victoria Hall, Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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JASH2025 wraps with the 23rd Matthew Lukwiya Memorial Lecture and Kampala Declaration Statement
Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero (3rd Right) flanked by Left to Right: Mr. Ambrose Ruyooka, Dr. Rose Nakasi, Dr. Stella Kivila, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and Dr. Andrew Kambugu at the Conference Opening Ceremony on 6th November 2025. 2nd Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Health Africa Conference under theme “Setting AI for Sustainable and Inclusive Health Systems in Africa”, Opening Ceremony 6th November 2025, Main Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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2nd AI in Health Africa Conference, Not about Tech but the Vulnerable
Dignitaries pose for a group photo at the JASH2025 opening ceremony on 5th November 2025. Ministry of Health (MoH), Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Makerere University College of Health Science (MakCHS) and other partners jointly hosting the National Annual Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases (NACNDC) and 19th Joint Annual Scientific Health (JASH) Conference 2025, Opening Ceremony 5th November 2025, Victoria Hall, Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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JASH2025 opens with call for renewed commitment to prevention, innovation and partnership
Justice Duncan Gaswaga (Left) with officials including Dr. Juliet Babirye (3rd Right) and panelists who included Dr. Ane-Marthe Solheim Skar (3rd Left), Dr. Harriet Aber-Odonga (Right) and others. Ministry of Health (MoH), Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Makerere University College of Health Science (MakCHS) and other partners jointly hosting the National Annual Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases (NACNDC) and 19th Joint Annual Scientific Health (JASH) Conference 2025, running from 3rd to 7th November, Pre-Conference Symposium under the theme “Breaking the Silence: Advancing Mental Health Awareness and Resilience,” with a sub-theme on “Advancing Mental Health in Schools and Universities — Research and Policy Perspectives” 3rd November 2025, Victoria Hall, Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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NACNDC & 19th JASH Symposium Breaks Silence on Mental Health in Schools & Universities
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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 Sciences6 days 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

By Wilber Tumutegyereize Kampala, Uganda — In a significant event that fused academia with practical activism, Makerere University Press launched...
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.
Humanities & Social Sciences6 days ago

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. 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 Sciences5 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 Sciences6 months ago

Makerere Marks 40 Years of Cultural and Academic Cooperation with the Italian Ethnographic Mission
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Advert: Application for Additional Undergraduate Programmes 2025/26
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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

Mak-RIF funded research highlights disparities between science and arts teachers and their implications for Uganda’s education system. A collaborative study...
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. 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.
Natural Sciences4 weeks ago

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
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