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Three Candidates contesting for the position of Second Deputy Vice Chancellor, Makerere University on Monday, 13th May 2024 made their respective presentations to staff, students and members of the public in the School of Public Health Auditorium. The candidates, listed in order of presentations made are; The Public Presentations were organised by the Senate Search […]
We celebrate our 11 outstanding fellows for receiving postdoctoral awards from CARTA after a competitive selection process. Among them are four recipients of fellowship grants: Nanfizat Abiket Alamukii, Adeyinka Olufolake Adefolarin, and Blessings Nyasilia Kaunda-Khangamwa. Additionally, seven fellows have received re-entry grants: Skye Nandi Adams, Christine Minoo Mbindyo, Priscille Musabirema, Oyeyemi Olajumoke Oyelade, Eniola Olubukola […]
By Okeya John & Davidson Ndyabahika As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across Africa, it brought with it a wave of unprecedented challenges, impacting economies, social dynamics, and political structures. National healthcare systems were particularly strained, prompting governments to implement various strategies to combat the virus and its repercussions. Among these measures were the introduction of […]
The Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Support (METS) Program is a 5-year CDC-supported collaboration of Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) and Health Information Systems Program (HISP Uganda). Highlights of the METS March 2024 Newsletter View on METS
A study whose results were recently published in Food Science Nutrition, a peer-reviewed journal for rapid dissemination of research in all areas of food science and nutrition has revealed that there is a growing preference for wholesome meals, highlighting its numerous health benefits. Titled; Lactating mothers’ perceptions and sensory acceptability of a provitamin A carotenoid–iron-rich composite dish […]
Institution: Centre for Tobacco Control in Africa (CTCA)Project Title: Enhance Tobacco Control Institutional Capacity in AfricaExpression of Interest Number: CTCA/EOI/G339/2024 1. Introduction: The Centre has received funding from the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) for the2024-2026) to implement a project on institutional development. The project investments aregeared towards sustaining human resource capacity and knowledge generation […]
Institution: Centre for Tobacco Control in Africa (CTCA)Project Title: Enhance Tobacco Control Institutional Capacity in AfricaExpression of Interest Number: CTCA/EOI/G339/2024 1. Introduction: The Centre has received funding from the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) for the2024-2026) to implement a project on institutional development. The project investments aregeared towards sustaining human resource capacity and knowledge generation […]
Institution: Centre for Tobacco Control in Africa (CTCA)Project Title: Enhance Tobacco Control Institutional Capacity in AfricaExpression of Interest Number: CTCA/EOI/G339/2024 1. Introduction: The Centre has received funding from the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) for the2024-2026) to implement a project on institutional development. The project investments aregeared towards sustaining human resource capacity and knowledge generation […]
By Julius Tukacungurwa & Davidson Ndyabahika The first ever Harmonized Health Facility Assessment (HHFA) jointly conducted by MakSPH and the Ministry of Health (MoH) has illuminated significant advancements in Uganda’s healthcare landscape. This ground-breaking survey, which serves as a robust benchmark for evaluating health services across the country, offers a comprehensive overview of service availability […]
Did you know that with just a Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent, along with at least 1 year of working experience in WASH, you qualify to join our Short Course in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene? The Department of Disease Control and Environmental Health at Makerere University School of Public Health brings you yet another opportunity to enhance your […]