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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University Graduates of the 75th Graduation Ceremony. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Scholarship Announcement AY 2025/2026

Makerere University is pleased to announce 190 Undergraduate and 11 Master’s Scholarships for Ugandan Nationals, Refugees, Students with Disabilities, Internally displaced young people, and International students...

Left to Right: A CEES Official, Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli, Prof. Robert Wamala, Dr. Wilson Ssabavuma and Dr. Muhammad Kiggundu Musoke inspect products by student exhibitors on 14th March 2025. College of Education and External Studies (CEES) Open Day and Skills Expo, theme: "Empowering Future Educators Through Skills and Innovation for National Prosperity", 14th March 2025, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Education1 month ago

CEES Holds Open Day and Skills Expo to Empower Future Educators

Several students from the College of Education and External Studies (CEES) at Makerere University have showcased different innovations that can be used to train learners in...

Officials pose for a group photo at the launch of the Makerere University Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Mak-CAD) on 13th March 2025. Official launch of the Makerere University Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Mak-CAD), a hub dedicated to advancing AI research and innovation for Africa’s development. Theme: “Building Responsible AI Research and Innovations for Impact,” 13th March 2025, College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Block B, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Computing & IS1 month ago

Makerere Launches AI and Data Science Centre to Drive Africa’s Technological Development

Kampala, March 13, 2025 – Makerere University has officially launched the Makerere University Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Mak-CAD), a hub dedicated to advancing...

MakSPH Dean Prof. Rhoda Wanyenze, Dr. Florah Karimi, CARTA Program Manager for Institutionalization, and Dr. J.B. Isunju (Center) pose for a group photo with CARTA Fellows and 20 members of 11th Cohort on 3rd March 2025 in Kampala. Joint Advanced Seminars (JAS) 1 training for 11th Cohort of the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) doctoral fellowship, 3rd March 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Research1 month ago

Makerere Hosts CARTA’s 11th Cohort of Doctoral Fellows

On Monday, March 3, 2025, Makerere University hosted the launch of the 11th cohort of the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) doctoral fellowship....

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Right) listens to Elizabeth Gabeya (seated at his desk) during the unforgettable experience. 21-year-old Elizabeth Gabeya, a Bachelor of Agricultural and Rural Innovation First Year Mastercard Foundation Scholar at Makerere University, takes charge of the Vice Chancellor's office for two days- March 10th and 11th 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General1 month ago

Elizabeth Gabeya’s Unforgettable Day in the Makerere Vice Chancellor’s Seat

By Carol Kasujja Adii It was a dream come true for 21-year-old Elizabeth Gabeya, a Mastercard Foundation Scholar at Makerere University, when she took charge of...

Chairperson of Council-Mrs. Lorna Magara (Centre) and Keynote Speaker-Mrs. Allen Kagina with Left to Right: Mr. Simon Kizito, Ag. Vice Chancellor-Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, Prof. Sarah Ssali, Mrs. Elizabeth Mushabe and Dr. Ruth Nsibirano at the lecture. 3rd Sarah Nyendwoha Ntiro Annual Public Lecture, theme: “Pioneering change and transforming Institutions”, Kenyote Speaker: Mrs. Allen Kagina, 7th March 2025, School of Public Health Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General1 month ago

Leadership must be anchored in integrity-Mrs Kagina

By Carol Kasujja Adii The former Executive Director of the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA), Mrs Allen Kagina, has challenged leaders to exercise integrity not only...

Winnie Kushaba emphasising a point during a recent interview at Makerere University. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere Univeristy alumna Winnie Kushaba, born in Rakai District, moved between Rakai, Ibanda, Kiruhura, Kazo, and Isingiro, searching for a place to call home, graduated with the Bachelor of Science degree in Botany and Chemistry in 2021, holds the dual roles of Product Development Manager and Internal Control Systems Manager at Bio Fresh Ltd, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General1 month ago

Winnie Kushaba is a shining example of resilience and determination

On 8th March 2025, the world will celebrate International Women’s Day with the inspiring theme “For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” This theme encourages...

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe addresses the Media on various issues, 4th March 2025. Vice Chancellor's Press Briefing, 4th March 2025, Council Room, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General1 month ago

Vice Chancellor Updates Media on Digital Transformation, DVCs Search & Various Issues

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe on Tuesday 4th March, 2025 held a press conference to update members of the Media on Automation of University Business...

Chief Guest-Hon. Dr. J.C. Muyingo (4th Left) and Republic of Korea Ambassador to Uganda-H.E. Park Sung-Soo (4th Right) with Left to Right: Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Dr. James Nkata, Ms. Ahn Jihee, Prof. Henry Alinaitwe and Prof. Chun Seyeoung at the KOICA-funded project launch on 27th February 2025. Launch of a US$12.2million Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) funded project to enhance the Distance Education Environment by Hon. Dr. John Chrysostom Muyingo, 27th February 2025, Main Hall, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General2 months ago

Minister Muyingo launches USD 12.2Million KOICA project to enhance E-learning at Makerere

By Carol Kasujja Adii The Minister of State for Higher Education, John Chrysostom Muyingo, has launched a project aimed at strengthening Makerere University’s Open, Distance and...

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi makes his remarks. Inaugural comprehensive training program aimed at enhancing the pedagogical and professional competencies of its academic staff, 11th-14th December 2024, Fairway Hotel, organized by the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), facilitated by the Centre for Teaching and Learning Support (CTLS), College of Education and External Studies (CEES), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General2 months ago

Extension of Applications for Diploma/Degree Holders for Govt. & Private Sponsorship AY 2025/2026

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University informs all intending applicants for Private and Government Sponsorship for the 2025/2026 Academic year that the deadline has been extended to...