Tag: study

Kickoff training for teams tasked with collecting data for the Uganda Population-Based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA) 2024-2025, held 19th May 2025, Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Auditorium, Main Campus, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Job Opportunities: NETOMA Study

Makerere University School of Public Health invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for three positions under the Wellcome Trust-supported NETOMA study, which examines the coexistence of...

Dr. Henry Komakech (centre) stands with fellow MakSPH PhD graduands at Makerere University’s 76th Graduation Ceremony (L–R): Dr. Olivia Nakisita, Dr. Aber Harriet Odonga, Dr. David Lubogo, Dr. Samalie Namukose, Dr. Moses Ntaro and Dr. Jimmy Osuret. February 25, 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University. Makerere University School of Public Health Communications Office, Graduation Profiles Series, 76th Graduation Ceremony, Dr. Henry Komakech, “Effects of the Repatriation of Refugees on the Health Services of the Host Populations in the West Nile Districts of Arua, Moyo, and Adjumani,” Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Health5 days ago

PhD Fellowship Opportunity: NETOMA Study

Makerere University School of Public Health invites applications for a PhD fellowship under the Wellcome Trust-supported NETOMA study, which examines the coexistence of health worker shortages...

Hon. Dr. J.C. Muyingo, Prof. Sarah Ssali and H.E. Jan Sadek (Centre) with Heads of Missions and other representatives at the Fair on 8th October 2026. European Union-Uganda Research and Study Fair, 8th October 2026, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

General1 week ago

Makerere Hosts EU Uganda Research and Study Fair

Today 8th October 2026, Makerere University has hosted the EU Uganda Research and Study Fair 2026, bringing together government officials, European Union representatives, researchers, academics, students,...

Dr. Peter Babyenda, Post Doc Researcher. Environment for Development (EfD) initiative at Makerere University inception workshop for two-year research project aimed at studying energy demand and efficiency among Ugandan households and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), supported by a $30,000 grant from the Carnegie Corporation under the CECAP program, 14th May 2025, EfD Conference Room, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

In Press3 months ago

Climate Information alone not enough to spur farmers’ adaptation

OPINION by PETER BABYENDA | Our recent study conducted in Machakos County, Kenya, revealed that while the provision of climate information is vital for smallholder farmers,...

Participants pose for a group photo after the launch of the MakSPH study on possible lead exposure from domestic cookware in Kampala, held on 11 June 2026 at the ResilientAfrica Network in Kololo. Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) launch of year-long study, titled “Assessment of Lead Contamination in Domestic Cookware, Supply Chains, and Exposure Pathways in Informal Settlements of Kampala,” 11th June 2026, ResilientAfrica Network (RAN), Kololo MakSPH Annex, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Health3 months ago

MakSPH Launches Study into Possible Lead Exposure from Domestic Cookware in Kampala

By Muhammad Jjumba and John Okeya Across Kampala, families use saucepans, cooking pots, frying pans, kettles, and pressure cookers every day. Makerere University School of Public...

Prof. Fredrick Muyodi (C) with Prof. Arthur Tugume (2nd R) and other officials at the presentation of study findings on 20th April 2026. Researchers from the College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS) and the College of Education and External Studies (CEES), Makerere University, presentation of findings of study on the persistent poor performance in Biology in national examinations to senior officials at the Ministry of Education and Sports, 20th April 2026, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Natural Sciences6 months ago

Mak Researchers Present Findings on Biology Performance to Ministry

A team of researchers from Makerere University has presented findings of a study on the persistent poor performance in Biology in national examinations to senior officials...

Prof. Fredrick Muyodi from the Department of Zoology, Entomology and Fisheries Sciences at CoNAS, Makerere University led the team that “examined the factors accounting for poor academic performance in Biology in Uganda’s National Examinations”. The team disseminated their findings to stakeholders at a workshop held on 19th March 2026. Dissemination of findings of Nationwide study by the School of Biosciences, College of Natural Sciences (CONAS), undertaken among 5,000 participants across 100 districts in response to growing concerns over the long-term decline in Biology performance in the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examinations, 19th March 2026, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Natural Sciences7 months ago

Mak Study Reveals Key Factors Undermining Performance in Biology

A nationwide study led by Prof. Fredrick Jones Muyodi has revealed multiple factors contributing to poor performance in Biology in Uganda’s national examinations, with the Northern...

Climate variability and malaria incidence trends in Yumbe District, West Nile Sub-region of Uganda (2017–2021), by Lesley Rose Ninsiima, Rogers Musiitwa, Zaitune Nanyunja, James Muleme, Chris Maasaba, Twahiri Anule, and David Musoke, published February 2026 in Malaria Journal through Springer Nature Link by Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Business & Management8 months ago

Climate variability found to shape malaria trends in Yumbe District

A new study led by scientists from Makerere University School of Public Health has demonstrated that short-term climate variability plays a significant role in malaria transmission...

How People Earn a Living is Contributing to Malaria Risk in Uganda, Study Finds. Photo: ImageFX

Health10 months ago

How People Earn a Living is Contributing to Malaria Risk in Uganda, Study Finds

Livelihood activities such as farming, livestock keeping, construction, and night-time work significantly increase malaria risk in Uganda, according to new research by Dr Kevin Deane, a...

A picture reflecting digital payments for health workers - powering polio vaccination. Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Health1 year ago

Digital Payments Boost Vaccination Campaign Efficiency in Uganda

KAMPALA, Uganda —Supporting districts to adopt digital payments can significantly improve the efficiency of mass vaccination campaigns in Uganda, even if the gains do not directly...