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An elevated shot of the IDI-McKinnell Knowledge Centre (Left) and the Department of Pharmacy Building (Right) with the array of solar panels. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe inaugurated the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere University's ground-breaking 384kWp solar-powered electricity grid, Africa’s largest campus-based solar system, July 24, 2024, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

IDI Launches Africa’s Largest Campus-Based 384KWp Solar System

The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere University on July 24, 2025 launched a ground-breaking 384kWp solar-powered electricity grid, Africa’s largest campus-based solar system. Inaugurated by...

Prof. İbrahim Hakan Karataş takes a selfie with his family at the Makerere University Main Gate. Photo: LinkedIn/İbrahim Hakan Karataş. Prof. İbrahim Hakan Karataş Visiting Scholar at Makerere University and Professor at İstanbul Medeniyet University, Turkey. Time at College of Education and External Studies and farewell on 24th July 2025, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Education3 months ago

Mak CEES Principal commends Prof. İbrahim Hakan Karataş for undertaking research in higher education

On Thursday 24th July 2025, the Principal of the College of Education and External Studies, Prof. Anthony Muwagga Mugagga, commended Prof. İbrahim Hakan Karataş, an international...

Left to Right: Mr. Evarist Bainomugisha, Mr. Deus Tayari Mujuni, Mr. Simon Kizito, Prof. Damalie Nakanjako, Prof. Bruce Kirenga, Dr. David Patrick Kateete (Rear), Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, Dr. Richard Idro (Rear), Mr. Patrick Akonyet and Prof. Annettee Nakimuli at the handover ceremony on 2nd December 2024. Handover of Principal Office by Prof. Damalie Nakanjako to Assoc. Prof. Bruce Kirenga, 2nd December 2024, College Boardroom, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University, New Mulago Hospital Complex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Health3 months ago

CHS Annual Report 2024

It is with great honor that I present to you the Makerere University College of Health Sciences Annual Report 2024. On behalf of the entire College...

Vice Chancellor stands with the first female student of Gondar University, Ethiopia at the 70th Anniversary celebrations

VC's Diary3 months ago

Congratulations Gondar University

At the celebrations of the 70th anniversary of Gondar University in Ethiopia, I have met the first female student of the university. I have also participated...

Environment for Development Initiative–Makerere University (EfD-Mak) Centre 2nd Advisory Board Meeting calls for expanded scope and sustainable funding for the center’s activities held 16th July 2025 at Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Business & Management3 months ago

EfD-Mak Holds 2nd Advisory Board Meeting: Charts Path for Growth

KAMPALA, Uganda | July 16, 2025. The Director of the Environment for Development Initiative–Makerere University Centre (EfD-Mak), Prof. Edward Bbaale, outlined key achievements, challenges, and future...

The Vice Chancellor alongside other university officials laying a wreath on Prof. Luboobi's Casket at St. Francis Chapel, Makerere

VC's Diary3 months ago

Forever Cherished, Prof. Luboobi

This afternoon we bid final farewell to a great son of Uganda and a dedicated servant of Makerere. We will always remember Prof. Luboobi as an...

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, presents a gift bag to U.S. Ambassador William W. Popp during his visit to the University

VC's Diary4 months ago

Happy Independence Day, America

Happy Fourth of July to all Americans in Uganda and around the world! For more than 60 years, the American people—through the U.S. Government—have been key...

Prof. Bernard Bashaasha, Coordinator of the APRC speaking at the launch of the Centre. Agricultural Policy Research Centre (APRC), housed within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) two-day intensive training workshop on African Agriculture Adaptation Atlas (AAAA), 25th-26th June 2025, School of Agricultural Sciences, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa 2nd July 2025.

Agriculture & Environment4 months ago

APRC Trains Graduate Students & Stakeholders in the Use of the African Agriculture Adaptation Atlas

The Agricultural Policy Research Centre (APRC), housed within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) at Makerere University, continues to play a pivotal role in...

A group photo of some of the participants on 1st July 2025 at the opening ceremony of the 14th PASMAE Regional Conference held in partnership with ISME at Makerere University. 14th Pan-African Society for Music Arts Education (PASMAE) in partnership with the International Society for Music Education (ISME) Regional Conference bringing on board educators, researchers, performers, students, cultural practitioners, and policymakers from across the globe to revolutionize African musical arts education, Opening Ceremony, 1st July 2025, School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bio-engineering Conference Hall, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General4 months ago

Harmonizing Africa’s Future through Musical Arts Education

By Julius Tukacungura The 14th Pan-African Society for Music Arts Education (PASMAE) in partnership with the International Society for Music Education (ISME) Regional Conference brings on board...

Mr. Henry Nsubuga, Mr. Peter Mwanja, Dr. Gardner Herbert and other officials pose with International Students at a Mental Health Awareness Drive

General4 months ago

Congratulations Newly Admitted Students

I congratulate all newly admitted students—both national and international—on joining Africa’s premier university, Makerere University! You’re now on the path to joining a vibrant network of...

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IDI Launches Africa’s Largest Campus-Based 384KWp Solar System

Mak CEES Principal commends Prof. İbrahim Hakan Karataş for undertaking research in higher education

CHS Annual Report 2024

Congratulations Gondar University

EfD-Mak Holds 2nd Advisory Board Meeting: Charts Path for Growth

Forever Cherished, Prof. Luboobi

Happy Independence Day, America

APRC Trains Graduate Students & Stakeholders in the Use of the African Agriculture Adaptation Atlas

Harmonizing Africa’s Future through Musical Arts Education

Congratulations Newly Admitted Students

MURBS celebrates growth in FY2024/25 performance

Mak Management Decries Student Violence at Mitchell Hall

Brewing Innovation: 9th Annual Youth Expo showcases enterprises in Uganda’s coffee value chain

Makerere University Young Entrepreneurs urged to prioritize value addition to enhance their innovation

Tracking Trails Project Launched at Makerere University to Study Free-Roaming Dogs and Disease Spread across Five Nations

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Call for Applications: Government Sponsorship 2026/27

Makerere is No.1 in the Region – THE University Rankings

Prof. Sarah Ssali Appointed Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs)

Vice Chancellor Updates Media on DVC AA Appointment, Acquisitions, Research & Various Issues