Prof. Nawangwe takes over from Prof. John Ddumba as Makerere University Vice Chancellor

Prof. Nawangwe takes over from Prof. John Ddumba as Makerere University Vice Chancellor

Prof. John Ddumba-Ssentamu handed over office to Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe as the next Vice Chancellor of Makerere University on Thursday, 31st August 2017. The function was presided over by Hon. Irene Ovonji-Odida, the Vice Chairperson of Makerere University Council in the Vice Chancellor’s office. Prof. John Ddumba-Ssentamu congratulated Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe upon being appointed the next Vice Chancellor […]

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Makerere University to Construct a 3,000 Seater Indoor Stadium

Makerere University to Construct a 3,000 Seater Indoor Stadium

The Association of Uganda University Sports (AUUS) in conjunction with Makerere University won the bid to host the 3rd Edition of the World University Netball Championship 2018 Launching the 3rd Edition of the World University Netball Championship on Tuesday 1st August 2017, the Makerere University Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof Barnabas Nawangwe vowed to call upon the Government […]

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Museveni Affirms Gov’t Support Towards National Mindset Education Programme

Museveni Affirms Gov’t Support Towards National Mindset Education Programme

Officiating at the camp at Makerere University on Sunday 30th July 2017, the President of the Republic of Uganda, H.E Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, launched the Mindset Education Programme aimed at developing citizens with positive attitudes and correct mindsets for national development and assured total government support towards achieving its objectives. With research, it has […]

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Makerere University to take lead in the adoption of Israel Technology in Uganda

Makerere University to take lead in the adoption of Israel Technology in Uganda

During a high level meeting held on Tuesday 18th July 2017, the Ambassador of Israel to Uganda, H.E Yahel Villan and the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration) of Makerere University, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe agreed that Makerere University would take the lead in the adoption of Israeli technology for Uganda’s development. Cognizant that Israel is one of the leading […]

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Makerere University strike: Students want 60% fees payment policy scrapped

Makerere University strike: Students want 60% fees payment policy scrapped

Drama ensured when Police headed by the DPC Wandegeya Police station, Brian Ampaire made efforts to read out the letter which highlighted extension of Makerere University tuition payment deadline. But students rejected the letter and went on with the strike. Police deployed heavily but maintained calm even amidst confrontations from students that almost called for teargas.  Makerere University students […]

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Makerere University students strike over internship allowance

Makerere University students strike over internship allowance

Students at Makerere University today morning peacefully demonstrated over the university’s failure to remit their internship allowances. The students were led by the university guild president, Bala David Bwiruka together with other cabinet members. Bala had on Wednesday issued an ultimatum to the university management threatening to demonstrate on Friday (today) if the 2,000 affected […]

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Makerere University to get Campus FM Radio frequency & Television

Makerere University to get Campus FM Radio frequency & Television

Makerere University students especially those practicing Journalism and Communication were in a joyous mood as Uganda Communication Commission (UCC) Executive Director, Godfrey Mutabazi promised to have the re-opening of Campus FM and launching of a Makerere Television. Campus FM, was closed way back in 2011 over what UCC claimed was failure by Makerere University to […]

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Makerere University main hall gets new look as new year starts

Makerere University main hall gets new look as new year starts

The Makerere University, main hall has kicked off 2015 with a fresh and modern look, following a facelift sponsored by the School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences. The hall has been freshly painted, the floor sparkles with a rich brown varnish comparable to fine honey. The brand new high quality furniture was flown in […]

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