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By Joseph Odoi Makerere University has promoted Prof. Peter Waiswa from the rank of Associate Professor to Full Professor of Health Policy, Planning and Management at the School of Public Health, following the decision of the Appointments Board at its 811th meeting held on 10th July 2026. The promotion recognises his outstanding contributions to the […]
The Makerere University School of Public Health 2025 Annual Report documents a defining year in the School’s institutional journey. Effective January 2025, MakSPH attained stand-alone status within Makerere University, recognising seven decades of growth in public health training, research, policy engagement and community service. The transition gives the School greater focus and institutional agility to […]
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 Health is now investigating whether some of these items may expose households to lead, a toxic heavy metal that can enter food during cooking if contaminated materials are used […]
Every 4 July, the United States marks its independence. This year’s commemoration carries added significance as the country celebrates 250 years, offering partners across the world a moment to reflect on relationships built through shared purpose, investment and trust. For Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), that reflection leads to a long and productive […]
Background: The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere University has been awarded a grant from the European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) to carry out a large-scale trial of secondary TB preventive therapy. The Recurrent TB Screening and Prevention Study (RECENT TB study) is a randomized controlled trial which will be carried out […]
Applications from qualified candidates are invited for a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Biostatistics under the SUPPORT Project, a Global Health EDCTP3-funded initiative titled “Supporting the Next Generation of African Researchers on Preventing HIV Pediatric Mortality Through a Training Network.” The fellowship will be hosted at Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda, for a period of 24 months and […]
The Uganda Society for Health Scientists (USHS) invites researchers, academics, health professionals, students, policymakers, and development partners to submit abstracts for presentation at the 25th Annual Scientific Conference of the Uganda Society for Health Scientists (USHS), scheduled to take place from 6th–7th August 2026. Conference Theme “Human-Centered Health Systems in Uganda: Leveraging Finance, Innovation, and […]
By Dan Kajungu In many low- and middle-income countries, mortality data remains a critical gap in public health planning, often leaving a significant portion of the population “invisible” in official records. In Uganda, where national death registration completeness has historically hovered around a mere 20%, Makerere University Centre for Health and Population Research (MUCHAP) is […]
On a day when the world declares it can and must end malaria, new research from Eastern Uganda shows climate change is working against us and that the evidence to fight back exists right here at home Special Feature | World Malaria Day, 25 April 2026 By Health and Science Correspondent Today, 25 April 2026, […]
A joint study between Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) and The Open University, UK, is investigating a possible link between maize cultivation and malaria risk in Uganda, as evidence increasingly points to livelihoods and everyday economic activities as key drivers of transmission of the disease. The research initiative was advanced during a stakeholders’ […]