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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

UPDATE 25th May 2026 The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, and international applicants for the...
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.
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Makerere University, Uganda Red Cross Society Sign MoU to Advance Research, Training & Humanitarian Action
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
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

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Participants attending the GORILLA conference at Protea Hotel, Kampala on 8th December 2022. Uganda, East Africa.
Agriculture & Environment2 years ago

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...
Students at the Main Library, Makerere University
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Admissions List for Re-Advertisement for 2014/2015 Private Sponsorship Slots
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Private Sponsorship Admission Lists for Diploma and Mature-Age Entry Schemes Academic Year 2014/2015
The VC Prof. John Ddumba-Ssentamu (L) and Executive Secretary-RUFORUM, Prof. Adipala Ekwamu tour an exhibiton on Soybean Varieties Research by a RUFORUM-sponsored Student on 30th April 2014, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda
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Over 60 PhD Training Opportunities under the RUFORUM
Ugandan Students pose with the Ugandan Delegation: Dr. Maud Kamatenesi-VC, Bishop Stuart Univ. (Rear 3rd R), Prof. Anthony Mugisha-CoVAB (Rear 4th R), Eng. Henry Okinyal-MoES (Rear 3rd L), Mr. Agaba Issa Mugabo-Agrostudies Coordinator (Rear L) after their Agrostudies Graduation, 3rd September 2014, Tel Aviv University, Israel
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Ugandan Students Complete Israel Agrostudies Internship
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Call for proposals to participate in DRUSSA policy fellowships
Students at the Main Library, Makerere University
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Government Sponsored Students on Sports Scheme and PWD Admissions List 2014-15

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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.
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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.
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Makerere University Kicks Off Semester Two Examinations Amid High Student Expectations
Participants at the workshop at Protea Hotel in Kampala on 5th May 2026. Makerere University College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), two-day Stakeholder Validation Workshop for the Agroecology Curriculum in East Africa, 5th and 6th May 2026, at Protea Hotel, Kampala Uganda.
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MakCAES Develops Agroecology Curriculum to Drive Food Systems Transformation in East Africa
Mr. Brian Miiro (Background) with CCE/Complex Hall Swimmers that emerged Overall Winners in the girls' category at the Inter-Hall Swimming Championships held 17th April 2026. The Inter-Hall Swimming Championships, 17th April 2026, Makerere University Pool, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Photos: Patrick Kawaii Instagram/WabwireJr
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Splash, Stroke, and Spirit: Makerere University’s Inter-Hall Swimming Championships Deliver a Night to Remember
The Academic Registrar-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and other officials pose with students for a group photo after the pre-examination mental health workshop on 15th May 2026. Pre-End of Semester Two Examinations 2026/2026 mental health workshop organised by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, 15th May 2026, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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How to deal with Examination Fever
Cover Page of the Makerere University Newsletter Jan-Mar 2026. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Newsletter Jan-Mar 2026
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
Block B of the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.
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CoCIS CIPSD Short Courses for Vacists, Students and Professionals
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.
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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.
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Call for Applications: Masters Support in Self-Management Intervention for Reducing Epilepsy Burden

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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.
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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.
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Makerere University Kicks Off Semester Two Examinations Amid High Student Expectations
Cover Page of the Makerere University Newsletter Jan-Mar 2026. Kampala Uganda, East Africa. Cover Page of the Makerere University Newsletter Jan-Mar 2026. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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Makerere University Newsletter Jan-Mar 2026
The Academic Registrar-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and other officials pose with students for a group photo after the pre-examination mental health workshop on 15th May 2026. Pre-End of Semester Two Examinations 2026/2026 mental health workshop organised by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, 15th May 2026, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. The Academic Registrar-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and other officials pose with students for a group photo after the pre-examination mental health workshop on 15th May 2026. Pre-End of Semester Two Examinations 2026/2026 mental health workshop organised by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, 15th May 2026, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
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How to deal with Examination Fever
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

Health and Medicine

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.
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Call for Applications: Masters Support in Self-Management Intervention for Reducing Epilepsy Burden

The Makerere University College of Health Sciences and Case Western Reserve University, partnering with Mbarara University of Science and Technology,...
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.
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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 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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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Yours2Read, Department of Literature, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa Short Story Competition 2026. Photo: Nano Banana 2.
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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.
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.
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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.
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Makerere University Press launches a Groundbreaking Book “Gender, Social Norms and Agency: Perspectives from East Africa,” Sparking a New Era of Collaborative Action for Gender Equality in the Region
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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
International Fellows Recruitment - Wellcome Sanger Institute. Photo: ImageFX
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International Fellows Recruitment – Wellcome Sanger Institute
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