Uganda

By Moses Lutaaya Makerere University has challenged its newly admitted PhD students to go beyond pursuing academic qualifications and become independent scholars capable of generating knowledge, solving societal problems and contributing to Africa’s transformation. The call was made by the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Prof. Sarah Ssali, during the orientation of the 2026/2027 […]

On 6th August 2026, the first year students admitted to the various undergraduate academic programmes at the College of Education and External Studies (CEES) convened at the Makerere University Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium for a specialized orientation session with the College leadership, selected University Officials, staff and student leaders. Bringing together over 900 […]

Makerere University’s School of Biosecurity, Biotechnical and Laboratory (SBLS) at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (CoVAB) has ushered in a new academic year with a vibrant orientation for its undergraduate and postgraduate students. The school, which offers the Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology (BBLT) alongside several master’s and PhD programs, continues […]

Makerere University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (CoVAB) successfully conducted an orientation for incoming students of the Bachelor of Industrial Livestock Business (BILB) and Bachelor of Agribusiness and Production (BAP) programs. The event, held on August 6th, 2026, provided a comprehensive overview of the academic journey, career opportunities, and expectations awaiting the […]

ZPEB Uganda Co. Limited has donated a Well Control System Demonstration Model to the Department of Geology and Petroleum Studies at Makerere University, a contribution expected to significantly enhance practical training, research, and industry-oriented learning in petroleum geoscience and drilling engineering. The equipment was officially handed over to Makerere University at a ceremony held on […]

Makerere University has once again cemented its place as a regional leader in academic excellence after successfully hosting the East African Universities Debate Championships (EAUDC) 2026, welcoming the continent’s brightest young minds for a week of intellectual competition, cultural exchange, and leadership development. Held from 26th July to 1st August 2026, the championship brought together […]

This April–June 2026 edition of the Makerere University Newsletter captures a decisive push toward becoming a research-led institution. Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe’s college engagements emphasized prioritizing graduate training to ensure research addresses Uganda’s and Africa’s development needs. New Memoranda of Understanding are deepening collaborative research, staff and student exchanges, and the conversion of knowledge […]

*****Through a project titled “Strengthening Education and Research Capacity for Enhancing Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Natural Resources Use,” Makerere University, in partnership with Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences (Germany) and the Central University of Technology (South Africa), has achieved significant milestones in advancing biodiversity conservation education, research capacity, and sustainable natural resource management. The project […]

“New doctoral students urged to pursue research that delivers solutions to Uganda’s socio-economic challenges.” Makerere University has launched two new taught Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes namely: The PhD in Management (by coursework) and the PhD in Accounting and Finance (by coursework). The programmes, launched on 4th August 2026, under the School of Business at […]

Dear Students; Class of 2026/2027 It is both an honour and a privilege to welcome you to Makerere University, Uganda’s oldest and premier institution of higher learning, and one of Africa’s most respected centres of scholarship, research and innovation. On behalf of the University Senate and the Office of the Academic Registrar, I extend my […]