The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere University has unveiled a groundbreaking 384 kWp solar power system, the largest campus-based solar grid in Africa, marking a major leap toward sustainable energy for health and research infrastructure.T
Makerere University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, has proposed a creative idea to boost the institution's revenue—renting out university hostels during holidays. According to him, this approach would not only bring in extra income but also make goo
Makerere University is under fire following the release of a viral video by Pastor Martin Ssempa exposing what he describes as “shameful” living conditions in several student hostels. The footage, which has triggered widespread public backlash, shows visibly
Times Higher Education (THE), the publisher of the World University Rankings, has issued a clarification over its latest university rankings following a public uproar over Makerere University’s perceived sharp decline in global and regional standings.In a statement dated July 9, THE said
Makerere University Hospital has officially launched the Olink Proteomics Platform, the first of its kind in East and Central Africa.The platform was launched on Thursday and attended by leading figures from academia, government, and the global health research community.The platform
The State Minister for Ethics and Integrity, Rose Lilly Akello, has instructed the Inspector General of Government (IGG) to launch an investigation into corruption claims at Makerere University. This follows widespread allegations of bribery, irregular promotion
Elizabeth Gabeya made history this week when she assumed leadership of Makerere University in a symbolic gesture celebrating International Women’s Day.The 21-year-old first-year Mastercard Foundation Scholar, pursuing a Bachelor of Agricultural and Rural Innovation, temporarily stepped i
The leadership crisis at Makerere University has taken a troubling turn as Vice-Chancellor Professor Barnabas Nawangwe continues to resist the appointment of permanent Deputy Vice-Chancellors (DVCs), leaving key positions in limbo for nearly eight years.
Makerere University, Uganda’s oldest and most prestigious institution, is facing controversy over accusations of corruption and governance issues. The suspension of Dr. Deus Kamunyu Muhwezi, a member of the University Council, has caused concern and raised que
The executive orders from US President Donald Trump have placed Makerere University in a difficult situation, forcing the institution to pause key projects and lay off staff. The freeze on federal grants to foreign institutions has particularly impacted universi
