Makerere University will hold centenary cerebrations in October. Remarkably, the programme asserts and historicises Makerere as a university. But how is Makerere a ‘university’? By 1970, Makerere was ...

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What you need to know: Anslem Mwidhu Makiika called for policies aligned with the African development agenda, invoking the legacy of liberation icons like Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Academic leaders and ...

Strategy. In the ambitious plan, worth more than a trillion shillings, Makerere University through Makerere University Holding wants to partner with private companies to redevelop the institution’s ...

Makerere University has intensified efforts to strengthen security across its campuses, with more than 80 security guards completing a specialized refresher training programme aimed at improving crime ...

Uganda's Makerere University plans to install closed-circuit television cameras around the campus after multiple claims of sexual harassment and assault, allegedly by teachers. Over the past several ...

Uganda's Makerere University is one of the oldest and most prestigious in Africa. It's been shaken by a wave of sackings and accusations by the vice chancellor that indiscipline amongst staff was rife ...

Makerere University, which marks its centenary this year, is well-known as the oldest university in East Africa and as a cradle of political elites. Its alumni include presidents and prime ministers - ...

Makerere University confirmed that 2nd year student Francisca Amongin died from carbon monoxide poisoning after initial uncertainty over the cause of death.

When she made it into one of Africa's most prestigious universities, the future looked bright for Monica. But an attempted rape by a member of staff has left that future lying in pieces. As Monica ...