Tag: industry

Officials from Makerere and ITC pose for a group photo after the MoU signing. Makerere University signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Insurance Training College (ITC) to be implemented through the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) aimed at enhancing professional training, research, and industry engagement in the fields of actuarial science and insurance, 6th May 2025, Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Mak, ITC sign MoU to Strengthen Actuarial Science & Insurance Education

Makerere University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Insurance Training College (ITC) aimed at enhancing professional training, research, and industry engagement in the...

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (3rd Right) with Left to Right: Dr. Rodney Rugyema, Prof. Tonny Oyana, Ms. Elinor Wanyama Chemonges, Ms. Beat Bisangwa, Ms. Betty Byanyima and other officials (Rear) after the meeting on 29th April 2025. Uganda Digital Pathways Initiative Meeting with Deborah’s Impact Projects Africa-Uganda (DIPA-U), Africa World Train Center (AWTC) and the Office of the First Lady of Uganda (OFLU), with Ugandan Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), 29th April 2025, Makerere University, Kampala, East Africa.

General3 weeks ago

Uganda Digital Pathways Initiative: Another Lifeline for Youth

The Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi on Tuesday 29th April 2025 met with a delegation whose vision is to transform Uganda into...

Dr. Godfrey Kawooya Kubiriza, one of the key architects of the programme, briefs participants on the significance of the seminar. College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS) through School of Biosciences launch of an innovative initiative – the Terminal Seminar/Symposium for Final-Year Students, 23rd April 2025, Room 201/202, JICA Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Natural Sciences3 weeks ago

Preparing Graduates for Life after University: CoNAS Launches Terminal Seminar for Final Year Students

Relevance of the seminar Transitioning from university life to the professional world can be a daunting experience for many graduates. This challenge is particularly pronounced in...

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Right) and Martin Tiffen (Left) shake hands after the signing of the MoU on 16th July 2024. Makerere University signs MoU with the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd to create a platform for finalist and recently graduated students to undertake internships and industrial training, 16th July 2024, Council Room, Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility, Kampala Uganda.

Engineering, Art & Tech10 months ago

Makerere signs MoU with EACOP Ltd.

Makerere University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd to create a platform for finalist and recently graduated students...

Prof. Godfrey Akileng (L), Ms. Fiona Luswata from UNCDF (4th L), Dr. Eric Nzibonera (5th L), Ms. Jennifer Bukokhe (5th R), Prof. Edward Bbaale (4th R), Dr. Mkhululi from UNCDF (3rd R), Prof. Bruno Yawe (2nd R) and other officials at the meeting. Visit by officials from the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) to the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) to bolster their longstanding partnership, 18th June 2024, Conference Room, Room 2.2B, Level 2, School of Business, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Business & Management11 months ago

UNCDF Officials Strengthen Collaboration with CoBAMS School of Business

Officials from the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) recently visited the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) to bolster their longstanding partnership. Led by...

Some of the trained Agro-processors with the representative of the VC, Prof. Edward Bbaale (4th L), the Principal of CAES, Prof. Gorettie Nabanoga (3rd L) and the Dean, SFTNB, Dr. Julia Kigozi (4th R) at the workshop on 9th April 2024. “Empowerment of the Agro-Processing Industry to meet the Quantity and Quality for Local and Export Market (EAPI Phase II)” Mak-RIF-Funded Project dissemination of outputs and sharing insights, best practices and success stories from the trained processors and students, 9th April 2024, The Conference Hall, School of Food Technology, Nutrition and Bio-engineering, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Agriculture & Environment1 year ago

Mak-CAES Skills Agro-processors on Quality Standards

Overview Agriculture has long been the backbone of Uganda’s economy, and the agro-processing industry plays a pivotal role in driving economic growth, job creation, and export...

Scholars together with the Officials Prof. Gorettie N. Nabanoga (3rd R), Dr. Justine Namaalwa (3rd L), Ms. Samali Ssali (2nd R), Ms. Husnah Natukunda (2nd L), Mr. John Osuna (R) after the certificate award ceremony at the end of the training on 30th June 2022.

General3 years ago

Prof. Nawangwe urges fresh MCFSP graduates to embrace soft skills alongside their academic degrees

By Bernard Buteera The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, has urged fresh graduates of Makerere University and other universities to embrace soft skills alongside the knowledge...

A female AFRISA Graduate tends to her poultry business. Photo credit: AFRISA.

Veterinary & Biosecurity3 years ago

Call For Applications: 2022/2023 August Intake at AFRISA-CoVAB

The application period for 2022/2023 August Intake is now open for both national and international students to study in various Diploma, Certificate and Artisan programs at...

The Principal Investigator, Prof. Samuel Kyamanywa gives an overview of the ICOPSEA Project during the closing meeting on 7th April 2022, SFTNB Conference Hall, Makerere University.

Agriculture & Environment3 years ago

ICOPSEA Project Supports Production of Quality Sweet Potato Planting Material

Sweet potato is an important root crop in East African countries. In some communities, it is a vital staple crop. The crop plays a significant role...

usolo Solomon Matanda, member of the Makerere students team (3rd left) receiving the first place award for the Field Development challenge at the IPTC 2022 closing ceremony, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Natural Sciences3 years ago

CoNAS students win awards at the International Petroleum Technology Conference

The International Petroleum Technology Conference, IPTC is the flagship multidisciplinary technical event in the Eastern Hemisphere. IPTC is sponsored by four industry organizations and societies namely;...