Professor of Architecture and Vice Chancellor, Makerere University. @Rotary Paul Harris Fellow.
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The Makerere University delegation that included myself, Prof Paul Muyinda and Dr. Godfrey Mayende from the Institute of Open, Distance and e-L earning received a very warm welcome on arrival in Blantyre, Malawi from our hosts. We are visiting the University of Malawi for discussions on opportunities for collaboration and to evaluate progress made under the ODeL partnership between University of Malawi and Astria Learning within the Alliance for African Partnerships (AAP). Makerere’s strategic plan highlights the need for ODeL as a means of expanding access to our highly sought after quality education.
I have met Mr. Mr. Juwang Baik, the Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) representative in Uganda. We have discussed opportunities for collaboration in the health sector.
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Advancing Health Innovation in Uganda
@kofihuganda Country Representative Mr. @Juwang_Baik paid a courtesy call on @MakerereVC @ProfNawangwe to discuss next steps for the proposed Makerere University–KOFIH Health Hub and potential partnerships. @KavumaPrichard
#HealthInnovation
I have discussed with the visiting delegation from Xiangtan University and the Vice President of CNOOC Uganda, opportunities for collaboration in launching degree programmes in Mechanical and Petroleum Engineering at Makerere University. We have agreed to collaborate on these crucial training programmes for Uganda and the region.
Happy 64th Independence Day, Uganda!
As we celebrate our nation’s independence, let us honour the sacrifices of those who fought for our freedom and renew our commitment to building a peaceful, united and prosperous Uganda.
Makerere University remains committed to contributing to our nation’s development through education, research and innovation.
I have held a very good meeting with Prof. Sergey Bodrunov, founder and President of the International Association of Noonomy in his office in Moscow. We discussed opportunities for collaboration between Makerere University and the International Association of Noonomy, including the first Africa Congress of Noonomy to be hosted by Makerere University next year.
This morning I received a gift from students of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, led by Forlan Atwine. The students appreciated the work of Management in shaping them into good leaders.
I have held interesting discussions with a delegation of Institute for African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, led by Prof. Denis A. Degterev. We discussed opportunities for collaboration between Makerere University and the Russian Academy of Sciences.
I have received the Gender and Equity Excellence Award that was presented to Makerere University by the Equal Opportunities Commission in recognition of measures taken to equalise opportunities through inclusive higher education. The award was delivered by the Dean of Students, Dr. Winifred Namuwonge Kabumbuli.
This morning I received Mr. Sunmyung Hwang, Representative of the Korea Exim Bank in Africa. We discussed opportunities for collaboration between the Bank and Makerere University.
This evening I was happy to receive the Hon. Lubowa Ssebina Gyaviira, Member of Parliament and former Deputy Bursar of Makerere University. Hon. Lubowa pledged to represent Makerere University in Parliament well. I thanked him for his exemplary service to Makerere University.
This morning, the Rt. Hon. @ObothOboth, Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda, and the Rt. Hon. Dr. Chrispus Kiyonga, Second Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda and Chancellor of Makerere University braved the morning downpour and flagged off runners during the Makerere Marathon 2026. Thank you for helping to build the future for our students with disability.
It was all joy today at Gayaza High School as staff and parents dedicated the Senior Four class to God for success during the upcoming national examinations. As family, we were there to support our daughter who is one of the candidates. We wish all of them success in the examinations.
I have held interesting discussions with the new representative of the Kampala Capital City Authority on the Makerere University Council, Lord Councillor and Makerere University alumnus, Umar Magala. We have discussed opportunities for collaboration between Makerere University and the @KCCAUG. Welcome back to your Alma mater, Hon. Magala.
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Now that the CEO has confirmed his run and mobilized the team, where is my 10km crew? 😊💪@MathiasSsemanda @Uwihanganye_A @Akeda4 @EKitamirike @wekesa_amos @MbabaziSusanA
Last edition, I missed the 10km medal by a hair, but I am fully optimistic this year! 🏅
Let's go👟👟👟👟
On 27th September 2026, 6.00 am all roads lead to Makerere University Freeedom Square for the 2026 Makerere Marathon. Come, let us run for the future of our students with disabilities and make Makerere and Uganda greater.
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Makerere University once more leads the African continent in pioneering working with the Theory of Noonomy by signing an MoU with the World Association of Noonomy at its Annual gathering in Rome, Italy.
The DVCAA Prof. @SsaliSarah signed on behalf of Makerere University.
The Theory of Noonomy is effectively a Political Economist Approach to studying the material relations of production and consumption, for a more sustainable world.
Congratulations Team Mak!
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Today, I hosted leaders and members of the Makerere University Convocation, led by Mr. George Turyamureeba Mugabi.
Makerere University has contributed greatly to my growth and development. I am encouraged by the Convocation’s plans to strengthen leadership, entrepreneurship, management and alumni engagement.
Institutions develop through purposeful leadership. Challenges are inevitable, but effective leaders identify problems, provide direction and find solutions. We must also invest in Africa’s abundant talent by equipping our young people with the skills and opportunities to drive development.
I call upon Makerereans to take an active interest in the Convocation’s work and contribute to the University’s continued growth.
The Kingdom of Buganda shares a long history with Makerere, and we shall explore areas of collaboration to strengthen the University and its reputation as the “Harvard of Africa.” – at Kampala, Uganda
Today, the Hon. Jonard Asiimwe Akiiki, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation completed his three-day maiden visit to Makerere University with a tour of innovations by four colleges, three institutes and one school. In his parting remarks, the Minister pledged to support the innovators to scale their innovations and urged them to commercialise their innovations and contribute to Uganda’s ten-fold growth strategy.
