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The Research and Education Network for Uganda (RENU) is a community-driven, non-profit organization with a major focus on nurturing collaboration among member institutions (i.e. research and education institutions), and global partners. Founded in 2006, RENU has grown from a small National Research and Education Network (NREN) that focused on just connectivity needs of universities and […]
On Monday 3rd February 2025, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe handed over three (3) university buses to the respective leadership in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), the College of Health Sciences (CHS), and the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (CoVAB). The new buses mark a significant improvement in […]
The Department of Science, Technical and Vocational Education (DSTVE) at the School of Education, College of Education and External Studies (CEES) witnessed a transition in leadership on January 28, 2025, as Dr. John Ssentongo officially handed over the reins to Dr. Marjorie Batiibwe. The handover ceremony, presided over by the Dean of the School of […]
The College of Education and External Studies (CEES) has made a remarkable contribution to Makerere University‘s 75th Graduation Ceremony by presenting 1,192 graduands. Of these, 659 are female and 533 are male. The college also set a milestone with 28 PhD graduands—the highest in recent years—including 15 females and 13 males. Additionally, CEES graduated 63 […]
Over 240 students graduated with certificates and diplomas from the College of Education and External Studies (CEES) under the Love Binti Program, which offers training in fashion design and hairdressing. Speaking at the graduation ceremony on December 13, 2024, Mr. Joseph Watuleke, the program coordinator at Makerere University, noted that while the program has provided […]
The School of Languages, Literature, and Communication at Makerere University held a stakeholders’ workshop to review the Bachelor of Chinese and Asian Studies (BICAS) program. The workshop, held on 5th December, 2024 aimed at refining the curriculum to meet the evolving academic and professional needs of students and employers. The Dean of the School, Associate […]
Overview Climate change presents significant challenges for urban environments, impacting livelihoods, infrastructure, and general well-being. Cities in East Africa face significant climate challenges including increased temperatures, extreme heat, erratic and extreme rainfall, and flooding which threaten and undermine overall resilience of urban communities. In Kampala, for example, the impacts of climate change are manifested in […]
Universities Launch Global Coalition to Support Refugee Education at Scale 16 universities from across the globe come together to improve and increase access to higher education for refugees and their communities. Oslo, 12 September: In response to the urgent need for improved higher education programs and support services for refugees and their communities, several leading […]
The State Minister for Higher Education Hon. Dr. J.C. Muyingo represented by the Commissioner in Charge of Admissions and Student Affairs Mr. Muzamil Mukwatampola on 9th September 2024 officially launched the Centre of Excellence for Sickle Cell Anemia and Other Neglected Tropical Diseases at the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) of Michigan State University (MSU) […]
CABUTE is pleased to announce the availability of 8 Postdoctoral Scholarships, effective from November 2024. These scholarships will be allocated as follows: Five (5) for Makerere University, two (2) for Kyambogo University, and one (1) for UNITE. Eligibility Criteria: To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must: Focus Area: CABUTE is committed to enhancing teacher education […]