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Institutions Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC), The Netherlands, The University of Glasgow, Scotland, UK, Makerere University (Mak), College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (COVAB) and College of Computing and Information Science Kampala,  Uganda. Makerere University (Mak) in collaboration with The Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) and The University of Glasgow, Scotland, UK invites […]

The College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) at Makerere University convened leading economists, policymakers, and students for a high-level seminar examining how global donors interact in shaping development assistance. The seminar, organized by the Environment for Development Makerere Centre, featured Nathalie Ferrière, an Associate Professor of Economics at Sciences Po Aix, who presented research […]

By Moses Lutaaya KAMPALA, April 17, 2026 — The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) at Makerere University has taken a decisive step toward strengthening graduate training and accountability following a comprehensive hands-on Research Information Management System (RIMS) training by a team from the Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) and Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS)  […]

Makerere University, in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, is implementing Africa Climate Collaborative, an initiative that aims to shape a future where African knowledge, innovation, and leadership drive sustainable, climate-resilient development across the continent. Makerere University is pleased to announce Fifty [50] Masters and Twelve [12] PhD Scholarship opportunities under the Africa Climate Collaborative for the […]

At the just-concluded 76th Graduation Ceremony at Makerere University, which took place between 24th and 27th February 2026, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University celebrated the graduation of the final Cohort of 10 Mastercard Foundation Scholars from the first phase of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (2013-2023). This brings the total number of […]

Update 31st March 2026: Application Deadline Extended to Thursday 30th April 2026 The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications for admission to Graduate Programmes (Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and Doctoral Degree Programmes) for the 2026/2027 Academic Year. Applicants should have obtained at least a first or second class degree (or its equivalent) from a Chartered University […]

The Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP) successfully hosted the Consolidating Early Career Academics Programme (CECAP II) Fellows’ Progress Reporting Workshop on 19th March 2026 at the Conference Room, Level 4, Senate Building. CECAP II programme is supported by the Carnegie Corporation of New York. The workshop brought together fellows, coordinators, and key stakeholders […]

In Uganda, children arrive at health facilities every day with fever, cough, injuries or routine illnesses. What health workers rarely recognise is that some of these children are already living with alcohol or other substance use disorders, conditions that complicate diagnosis, delay treatment, and quietly undermine children’s health, development, and long-term wellbeing. This hidden reality […]

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African and international applicants for the undergraduate programmes under the private sponsorship scheme for the 2026/2027 Academic Year. Each applicant should: EITHER Hold at least a Second Class/Credit (or equivalent classification) Diploma or otherwise as specified in the Diploma Holders’ requirements from a recognised chartered […]

The second day of the Makerere University 76th Graduation Ceremony, held on Wednesday 25th February, marked another proud moment as the institution continues its tradition of academic excellence and national service. Graduands were presented for conferment of degrees and award of diplomas from the College of Health Sciences (CHS), College of Natural Sciences, College of […]