Makerere University News

21/10/2025

22/09/2025

Makerere University signs Memorandum of Understanding with International Rescue Committee to Advance Research, Innovation and Partnerships. Read more: http://bit.ly/3W3hzBC

19/09/2025

Makerere University Council and Top Management convened at Speke Resort Munyonyo to deliberate on the University’s Strategic Plan 2025/2026 – 2029/2030. The retreat seeks to align Makerere’s priorities with the Fourth National Development Plan and ensure that all key stakeholders contribute to shaping the institution’s next five years. Read more: https://news.mak.ac.ug/2025/09/makerere-university-council-and-top-management-convene-strategic-planning-retreat/

03/09/2025

Makerere University, through the Makerere University Convocation (MUC), has hosted the first-ever CEOs/Investors’ Round Table Summit on Tuesday, 2nd September 2025. The historic event brought together alumni, Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), and stakeholders in a distinguished assembly aimed at re-imagining the university’s role in national and continental transformation.
Details:
https://news.mak.ac.ug/2025/09/transform-ivory-tower-into-impact-tower-first-ever-ceos-summit/

01/09/2025

Makerere University Signs Open MoU with The London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE.

Makerere University, through the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) and the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC), has signed an open Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). This MoU is one of several initiatives aimed at....

28/08/2025

Mary Stuart Hall, Makerere’s oldest and largest female residence, has been reborn after a UGX 10.5 billion renovation. The upgraded hall now houses 521 students in modern, inclusive facilities—featuring a new lift, solar lighting, and accessible spaces. Read more: https://news.mak.ac.ug/2025/08/mary-stuart-hall-reborn-makerere-celebrates-reopening-of-historic-female-residence/

26/08/2025

At a public presentation for candidates vying for the position of First Deputy Vice Chancellor (DVC) for Academic Affairs, Prof.Sarah Ssali delivered her vision under the theme “Strengthening the Teaching–Research Nexus to Deliver High-Quality Graduates for Africa’s Transformation.”
Details:
https://news.mak.ac.ug/2025/08/prof-sarah-ssali-commits-to-strengthen-makereres-teaching-research-nexus/

30/07/2025

IGAD Board of Higher Education Visits Makerere, Reiterates Commitment to Promoting Academic Mobility. Read more: https://news.mak.ac.ug/2025/07/igad-board-visits-mak-reiterates-commitment-to-promoting-academic-mobility/

17/07/2025

A gentle giant in academia, Prof. Livingstone Sserwadda Luboobi leaves behind a legacy of wisdom, humility, and service. Former Vice Chancellor, mentor, and mathematician—his impact lives on in every life he touched. Read full Tribute here: http://bit.ly/44zbTEG

08/07/2025

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released admission lists for the 2025/26 Academic Year. The various categories of lists include: District Quaota, Bachelor of Laws, Diploma/Degree Holders Scheme, Talented Sportsmen and Women, etc. The lists can be found here: https://mak.ac.ug/study-mak/admission-announcements

30/06/2025

Makerere University recently hosted the Vice Chancellors of all universities in Uganda under their umbrella organization, Uganda Vice Chancellors Forum (UVCF). Read more: https://bit.ly/44FVmPa

06/05/2025

Julius Nyerere Youth Festival 2025 was A Call to Action for Africa’s Next Generation of Change Makers. Read more: https://bit.ly/3GG8bPX