Tag: Malaria

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Centre) with the Chair-Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta (3rd Right) and MUTIC Advisory Board Members Left to Right: Mr. Japheth Kawanguzi, Ms. Rhinah Akankunda, Dr. Peter Kimbowa, Dr. David Gonahasa, and Dr. Ivan Engoru after the inauguration on 24th July 2025. Official inauguration of the Advisory Board of Makerere University Technology and Innovation Centre (MUTIC) by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe,24th July 2025, Main Building, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

MUTIC Board Inauguration Marks New Beginning for Innovative Minds

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe on Thursday, July 24, 2025 officially presided over the inauguration of the Advisory Board of Makerere University Technology and Innovation...

A newborn baby in an incubator in Neonatal Care Unit. Makerere University School of Public Health, Baylor Foundation Uganda, Adara Development Uganda, Nsambya Hospital, and the Ministry of Health with funding from ELMA Philanthropies national health systems strengthening initiative the Uganda Newborn Programme (UNP) launched 2022. Program uses regional approach to improve newborn care in three regions of Uganda namely Kampala, North Central and Western regions. Achievements 2025. Kampala, East Africa.

Health2 months ago

Call For Applications: PhD Fellowship Training Position

Background: Makerere University College of Health Sciences (MakCHS), Kampala, Uganda and Global Health Uganda (GHU); in collaboration with other research consortium partner institutions, including, Kenya Medical...

Mrs. Lorna Magara (3rd Right) flanked by Ambassador Michael Lotem (3rd Left) and Deputy Ambassador Ariel Arviv (2nd Right) with Left to Right: Assoc. Prof. Kizito Maria, Assoc. Prof. Amanda Tumusiime and Prof. Winston Tumps Ireeta. The Ambassador of Israel in Nairobi accredited to Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania and the Seychelles, H.E. Michael Lotem farewell visit to Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa on 11th June 2025.

General3 months ago

Israeli Ambassador Lotem Talks Innovation on Farewell Visit

The Ambassador of Israel in Nairobi accredited to Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania and the Seychelles, H.E. Michael Lotem on 11th June 2025 made a farewell visit...

Partners from the Ministry of Health, WHO, and Makerere University leadership, including Council Chairperson Ms. Lorna Magara, Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, and Dean Prof. Rhoda Wanyenze, join the Minister of Health in cutting the MakSPH@70 anniversary cake. 13th December 2024, MakSPH Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Health3 months ago

MakSPH 2024 Annual Report

It is with great pride and gratitude that I present the 2024 Annual Report of the Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH). The past twelve...

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Center) with H.E. Vincent Lubega Nsamba (Left) and Ochom Felix (Right) pose as they show off the award

VC's Diary7 months ago

Congratulations, Ochom!

I have congratulated Ochom Joel Felix, fourth year Makerere University Pharmacy student on getting an award in Pakistan for his innovation, a malaria drug that he...

Dr. Sarah Kiguli of Makerere University leads the Fogarty-funded program: Enhancing Research capacity for Sickle Cell Disease and related NCDs across the Lifespan in Uganda (ENRICH).

Health10 months ago

Ugandan sickle cell researchers keep pace with aging patients

Article courtesy Fogarty International Center September/October 2024 | Volume 23 Number 5 Until recently in Uganda, most children with sickle cell disease (SCD) never celebrated their...

Block A of the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Makerere University, with foliage in the foreground, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Computing & IS1 year ago

CoCIS Biannual Newsletter Jan-Jun 2024

The College of Computing and Information Sciences(CoCIS) is pleased to introduce to you the first biannual newsletter (January- June 2024). The issue highlights major achievements recorded...

Left to Right: Prof. Edward Bbaale, Dr. Rose Nakasi, PS MoICT & NG Dr. Amina Zawedde and Prof. Tonny Oyana after unveiling the AI Health Lab on 30th May 2024. Launch of AI Health Lab, Block B, College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Computing & IS1 year ago

Uganda Launches AI Health Lab at Makerere University

In a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare through technology, the Government of Uganda, in collaboration with Makerere University, has inaugurated the Artificial Intelligence Health Lab. This...

The Guest of Honour-Hon. Dr. John C. Muyingo (3rd L) and Hon. Peace Regis Mutuzo (3rd R) with Seated Left to Right: Prof. Edward Bbaale, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Ms. Clare Cheromoi and Ms. Adella Grace Migisha and Members of Management, Principals, Deputy Registrars and Researchers at the Forum on 25th April 2024. Annual Forum for Graduate Research and Policy Dialogue, 25th April 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Research1 year ago

Hon. Dr. Muyingo Officially Launches Graduate Forum, Research Management System

The Minister of State for Higher Education, Hon. Dr. John C. Muyingo on Thursday 25th April 2024 officially launched the inaugural Annual Forum for Graduate Research...

Political leaders in Amuru district pose for a picture together with the CHDC Parenting Programme research teach after a dissemination workshop of findings at Amuru District Headquarters. CHDC, School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Makerere University.

Health2 years ago

Makerere University to showcase Evidence-based Research in Parenting

By Agnes Namaganda On Thursday 22nd February 2024, Makerere University will hold a symposium to showcase the evidence-based research that has been undertaken in the field...