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CAES staff with members of Makerere Senior Management during the meeting on 11th May 2026. Management strategic engagement with staff at the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), 11 May 2026, Conference Hall, School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bioengineering, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. CAES staff with members of Makerere Senior Management during the meeting on 11th May 2026. Management strategic engagement with staff at the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), 11 May 2026, Conference Hall, School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bioengineering, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
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CAES Engagement with Mak Senior Management: VC Calls for Expansion of PhD Training to Accelerate Development in Africa

Makerere University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, has called for a renewed focus on graduate training, research excellence, and innovation-driven...
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (3rd L) shakes hands with Centenary Bank's Mr. Sunday Julius (C) as L-R: Mr. Simon Kizito, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, Mr. Paul Agaba and SSP Kaheebwa Geoffrey applaud on 11th May 2026. Donation of 30 waste bins by Centenary Bank’s Makerere Branch as part of ESG objectives, 11th May 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda. Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (3rd L) shakes hands with Centenary Bank's Mr. Sunday Julius (C) as L-R: Mr. Simon Kizito, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, Mr. Paul Agaba and SSP Kaheebwa Geoffrey applaud on 11th May 2026. Donation of 30 waste bins by Centenary Bank’s Makerere Branch as part of ESG objectives, 11th May 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
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Makerere University Waste Management Boosted by Centenary Bank
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (L) and the ND 18th President, Rev. Robert A. Dowd shake hands after signing the MoU. Makerere University Kampala, Uganda and the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana, USA (ND) sign MOU, which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others, May 2026. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (L) and the ND 18th President, Rev. Robert A. Dowd shake hands after signing the MoU. Makerere University Kampala, Uganda and the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana, USA (ND) sign MOU, which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others, May 2026.
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Makerere University-ND Sign MoU to Enhance Collaboration
Hon. Margaret Muhanga assisted by Dr. Charles Olaro officially launches the SAY Plus+ Programme as L-R: Amb. Signe Winding Albjerg, Amb. Frederieke Quispel, Ms. Kristine Blokhus and Prof. Henry Alinaitwe witness. The Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Health officially launches the SAY Plus+ Programme, a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) initiative designed to strengthen adolescent and youth rights, empowerment, protection and access to quality services in Uganda's underserved regions, Backed by a USD 50 million pooled fund from the Governments of Iceland, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden, scheduled to operate between 2024 and 2030. 7th May 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Hon. Margaret Muhanga assisted by Dr. Charles Olaro officially launches the SAY Plus+ Programme as L-R: Amb. Signe Winding Albjerg, Amb. Frederieke Quispel, Ms. Kristine Blokhus and Prof. Henry Alinaitwe witness. The Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Health officially launches the SAY Plus+ Programme, a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) initiative designed to strengthen adolescent and youth rights, empowerment, protection and access to quality services in Uganda's underserved regions, Backed by a USD 50 million pooled fund from the Governments of Iceland, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden, scheduled to operate between 2024 and 2030. 7th May 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Press Release: Government of Uganda and Partners Launch SAY Plus+ to Scale Youth Sexual Reproductive Health & Rights (SRHR) Impact in Underserved Regions

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Participants attending the GORILLA conference at Protea Hotel, Kampala on 8th December 2022. Uganda, East Africa.
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Exciting Pre-GORILLA Conference Training Opportunities

Makerere University in collaboration with the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) are organizing the “3rd International Conference on Geographical Science...
Dr. Ticora V. Jones-Division Chief, HESN, US Global Devt Lab/USAID talks to innovators during the RIC4ACE Grants Launch 13th August 2014, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
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US Global Devt Lab PEER Invitation for Pre-Proposals
The Building housing E-Learning and Teacher Education (ELATE), College of Education and External Studies (CEES), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
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Call for Proposals-Higher Education Research and Innovation
Undergraduate Students Demonstrations
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Applications for Animal Welfare Student Scholarships 2015
Profitable vegetable growing demonstration by Agriculture Students on Internship 8th August 2014, MUARIK, Wakiso Uganda
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Call for Applications IMMANA Research Grants
Volleyball Tournament at Uganda Christian University
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Makerere Volleyball Team set for Inter-University games
H.E Urban Andersson launching Gradtrack System.
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Swedish Ambassador opens Mak-Sida Annual Review Meeting

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Bachelor of Laws Pre-Entry Examination Results 2026/2027
Main Building. Photo taken on 6th May 2026.
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Mature Age Admission List – Government Sponsorship 2026/27
Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University. Photo: Nano Banan 2
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Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University
Prof. Helen Nambalirwa Nkabala (2nd R) receives a plaque on behalf Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta from Prof. Sarah Ssali (2nd L) as Prof. Henry Alinaitwe (R) and CPA Agnes Khwaka (L) witness on 4th May 2026. Handover of Office of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration)-DVCFA from Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta to Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, 4th May 2026, Council Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University DVCFA Accomplishments will continue – Prof. Alinaitwe
The Dean of Students-Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli (3rd R) and Principal Sports Tutor-Mr. Brian Miiro (R) at the podium with Mak Sharks Team Members that claimed both best overall trophies for the Men and Ladies categories at the AUUS Games in December 2025. Making Waves: The Rise of the Mak Sharks and Makerere University's Aquatic Legacy, Swimming, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Making Waves: The Rise of the Mak Sharks and Makerere University’s Aquatic Legacy
A group photo of participants at the PhD Cohort 11 Orientation. Directorate of Graduate Training orientation of PhD Cohort 11 (2025/2026) presided over by Academic Registrar, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, April, 2026, School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bioengineering Conference Hall, CAES, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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From Information to Innovation: ‘This Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint’—Academic Registrar and Director of Graduate Training Urge PhD Cohort 11
Makerere University Students in a discussion group.
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Notice: Medical Review Exercise for Persons with Disability 2026/2027
Construction of the Biogas production system at the host farmer’s home in Kabale. Towards a Clean Energy and Zero-Emission Society in East Africa: Strengthening Academic and Community Collaboration in Outreach, Training, and Research for Green Growth and a Healthy Environment (TORCH) Project Living Lab model project monitoring and progress review meeting, 27 April 2026 in Kabale Uganda, East Africa with participantion from Makerere University, BOKU University (Austria), Kabale University, Youth Go-Green, as well as students, researchers, farmers, and community leaders.
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TORCH Project Deepens Climate Action and Sustainable Agriculture Through Community Living Lab in Kabale
Prof. Julius Kikooma and Dr. Robert Kakuru with facilitators and participants from SoL, CEDAT, CoNAS, CoVAB and CHUSS. Directorate of Graduate Training with support from iCARTA and NORHED Advanced Research Methods Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop for faculty from SoL, CEDAT, CoNAS, CoVAB, CHUSS, April 28 to 30, 2026, Senate Building Telepresence Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Advanced Research Methods Training of Trainers Sparks Transformation in Doctoral Training at Makerere University
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.
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WHO Report Highlights Global Drowning Burden as MakSPH Contributes to Evidence and Action

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Dr. Racheal Ddungu Mugabi (2nd L) poses for a group photo with the Head GAMSU and UiB delegation on 14th May 2026. Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), Africa Office hosts delegation from the University of Bergen (UiB)'s Division of Research and Innovation, 14th May 2026, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Dr. Racheal Ddungu Mugabi (2nd L) poses for a group photo with the Head GAMSU and UiB delegation on 14th May 2026. Alliance for African Partnership (AAP), Africa Office hosts delegation from the University of Bergen (UiB)'s Division of Research and Innovation, 14th May 2026, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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AAP Africa Office Hosts UiB Research and Innovation Delegation
Call For Abstracts: National Symposium on Climate Migration among Youths in Uganda. Submission Deadline: 9th June 2026 Call For Abstracts: National Symposium on Climate Migration among Youths in Uganda. Submission Deadline: 9th June 2026
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Call For Abstracts: National Symposium on Climate Migration among Youths in Uganda
Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University. Photo: Nano Banan 2 Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University. Photo: Nano Banan 2
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Call for Research Support Applications from Master’s Students who have Completed their First Year of Taught Classes at Makerere University
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Request For Consultancy Services: Training & Digital Solutions Expert
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Bachelor of Laws Pre-Entry Examination Results 2026/2027
Makerere University, in partnership with Cag University, Turkey invites applications from suitable candidates from Uganda for a fully-funded Scholarship for the 2026/2027 Academic year. Image: Nano Banana 2 Makerere University, in partnership with Cag University, Turkey invites applications from suitable candidates from Uganda for a fully-funded Scholarship for the 2026/2027 Academic year. Image: Nano Banana 2
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Call For Applications: Erasmus+ KA 171 Student Mobility Scholarships

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Announcement: 2026 Intake – Certificate in Applied Health Systems Research. Photo: Nano Banana 2
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Announcement: 2026 Intake – Certificate in Applied Health Systems Research

Makerere University School of Public Health invites applications for the 2026 intake of the 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. 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.
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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 Illustrative photo of a man splashing in a water body. Photo: MakSPH
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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
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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.
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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
Assoc. Prof. David Musoke, Dr. Paul Mulumba and Dr. Kevin Deane with participants at the Stakeholders' Workshop on 15th April 2026. Stakeholders’ workshop on the social determinants of malaria led by Assoc. Prof. David Musoke of Makerere University and Dr. Kevin Deane of The Open University presented ongoing and previous findings, April 15, 2026, at MakSPH’s Resilient Africa Network, Plot 30, Upper Kololo Terrace, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Research probes link between maize farming and malaria risk in Uganda
Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) invites applications for the June 2026 intake of its 4-week Certificate in Health Informatics short course. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Call for Applications: Certificate in Health Informatics (June 2026 Intake)
Graduands of the 2025 Certificate Course in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (CWASH) pose for a group photo at the Makerere University School of Public Health, following the successful completion of the short course in July 2025. Makerere University School of Public Health, Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Course Announcement: Certificate in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (CWASH) – 2026
Side elevation of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Phase II complex under construction on the Main Campus. Construction of Phase II of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Complex, Eastern Gate, Main Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere’s Quiet Case for Investment in Public Health Infrastructure
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Yours2Read, Department of Literature, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa Short Story Competition 2026. Photo: Nano Banana 2.
Humanities & Social Sciences3 weeks ago

Makerere University Short Story Writing Competition 2026

In collaboration with Yours2Read, the Department of Literature at Makerere University calls for short story entries into the 2025/2026 Short...
Students from the Department of Performing Arts on 4th April 2025. Students from the Department of Performing Arts on 4th April 2025.
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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. 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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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College of Humanities and Social Sciences Launches Five Groundbreaking Publications
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 months 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
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Why Education System Resilience Matters: Insights from GPE Partner Countries in Africa

By: Roy William Mayega, Julius Ssentongo, Anthony Ssebagereka, Harriet Adong In many parts of sub-Saharan Africa, schools do not operate...
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.
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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. Call for two PhD Positions under the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking funded Digital Dashboards in Diagnostic Innovations (DiDiDi) Project. Image: Nano Banana 2.
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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.
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“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.
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Makerere Strengthens Research Ethics as Leaders Call for Reforms in Governance, Integrity, and Student Support
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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.
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Call for PhD Student Fellowships under H-DATA
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International Fellows Recruitment – Wellcome Sanger Institute
Left to Right: Prof. Sarah Ssali, Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu, Mr. David Kisitu and Dr. Peter Babyenda at the launch of the Platform. Makerere University launch of Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (Mak-RIF)-funded knowledge-sharing platform designed to bridge research, education, and community outreach, with the aim of accelerating innovation and economic development in Uganda, December 2025, Kampala Sheraton Hotel, East Africa.
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Makerere University Launches Knowledge-Sharing Platform to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth
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