WATCH: The Vice-Chancellor
@ProfNawangwe
shares the background upon which the Makerere University Endowment Fund was founded.
The fund is tasked to invest donations made to
@Makerere
to perpetually support the university’s mission.
The fund valuation is at UGX 11Bn currently.
#MAKWomenTraiblazers
Meet Ms.
@cakamanzi
, the Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Development Board and a holder of a Bachelor of Laws Degree from Makerere University.
DEADLINE DAY: 12th June 2023! Are you interested in being a lecturer, librarian, custodian, and more?
@Makerere
University has academic and administrative job opportunities at different departments queued up for you.
Click and follow the prompts.
JUST IN: The Vice-Chancellor,
@ProfNawangwe
, who doubles as Chairperson of Senate, has agreed to reschedule the 74th graduation ceremony to commence on 29th January, 2024 till the 2nd February, 2024.
All stakeholders are informed.
The Makerere University Endowment Fund congratulates all the
#Mak74thGrad
graduands on this momentous achievement.
Our hope is that the knowledge attained over the years will inspire positive change.
Congratulations🎉🎓
📢Job Opportunities: If you are passionate about making a positive impact in society, please look out for these job openings at Africa's Premier University,
@Makerere
.
The vacancies available are both Academic and Administrative, & can be accessed here;
.
@Oscarkampala
is a fast rising fashionprenuer who created his brand way back in his S4.
His fashion prowess flourished at
@Makerere
& has since progressed to international acts such as Jidenna, Dj Neptune & Fireboy.
Read about his fashion journey here
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet Mrs. Allen Kagina, the Executive Director of
@UNRA_UG
.
Mrs. Kagina studied her BSc. Industrial & Organizational Psychology from
@Makerere
& is widely known as a Corporate Reformer who is remembered to have transformed
@URAuganda
and later
@UNRA_UG
.
We join the
@Makerere
Community in congratulating H.E
@LAlionzi
"Dangote" on his swearing in as the 88th Guild President of our cherished university.
Best of luck Mr. President, we wish you an impactful tenure in office.
UPDATE: The Academic Registrar informs all graduands about the required fees as they prepare for graduation.
The graduation gown fees should be paid directly to the Makerere University Endowment Fund through DFCU Bank Account Number: 01083553520471
UPDATE: Day 2 of gown distribution is already underway at
@Makerere
. If you are part of the
#MaK74thGrad
graduands, come with your Student ID & proof of payment for the graduation gown and you will be served promptly.
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Congratulations to all the Makerere University students graduating at the
#Mak73rdGrad
🎉
As you embark on the next chapter of your lives, we appeal to you to always support the University Endowment Fund so that future generations are equally guaranteed a first class education.
Dr. Olivia Kituuka is the head of the Upper Gastrointestinal Unit at
@MulagoReferral
& a lecturer at
@MakerereCHS
.
As one of the Ugandan pioneers of laparoscopic surgery, she tells her story on the impact
@Makerere
has had on her career here
INNOVATION: In a remarkable display of ingenuity and environmental consciousness, students from
@Makerere
have invented a solar powered cooker that could potentially reshape the way we cook & consume energy.
Read more about the new "Maksol Cooker" here
In case you would like to purchase souvenirs in celebration of
#MakerereAt100
, here is a price list of select items.
For deliveries, call the number attached or visit to view the whole catalogue.
#MakAdvanceSystem
Hello Makerere Community 😊
We kindly ask that you walk with us on the journey to attract the best faculty, provide scholarships to deserving students & invest in cutting-edge research & technology at
@Makerere
.
Please send UGX10,000 or $5 via
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet Hon.
@JaneRuth_Aceng
, Uganda's Minister of Health who holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, a Master of Medicine in Pediatrics, and a Master of Public Health, all from the
@MakerereCHS
.
REMINDER: The
@Makerere
University Gifts Shop is stocked with a number of souvenirs in celebration of our centennial year.
Grab yourself items that will heal the nostalgia from your halls of residences, colleges and the general university environment.
#MakerereAt100
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: If you are a student at
@Makerere
and would love to be part of a hands-on internship program, please make use of this opportunity.
Send in your application to ef
@mak
.ac.ug by 20th January, 2023.
Meet Ms. Anne Juuko,
@stanbicug
's Chief Executive.
Anne earned her Commerce Degree from
@Makerere
in 2007 & went on to advance in the domestic and regional banking sectors before taking the helm of Uganda's largest bank by assets in 2020.
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
The
@MakEndowmentFnd
is still in the process of issuing graduation gowns to all graduands of the
#Mak74thGrad
.
Please come to any of our service points and we will be glad to dress you for your big day.
Congratulations to those who have already received their package 🎓🥳
🎉 Happy 30th Anniversary to Kabaka Ronald Mwenda Mutebi II
We are eternally grateful to the Buganda Kingdom for their invaluable contribution in donating the land on which
@Makerere
stands.
May your reign continue to bring prosperity and unity to the people of Buganda!
DAY 5 of the
#MAK74thGrad
gown distribution is already ongoing.
If you are part of the scheduled graduands, please head over to any of the distribution centres with your Student ID & Payment slip for your gown and you will be happily served.
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet Dr. Specioza Wandira Kazibwe, Africa's first female Vice-President and a two-time alumna of Makerere University who holds both a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree, and a Master of Medicine.
Join us in congratulating H.E
@MaserukaRobert
upon his swearing in as the 89th Guild President of Makerere University.
Your election is a testament to your leadership and vision. We wish you a fruitful tenure as you steer the university towards greater heights. Hongera sana.
📚SCHOLARSHIPS: The Tuition & Functional Fees Waiver Scholarship for the academic year 2023/24 is now open to applications.
If you are a female Ugandan admitted to
@Makerere
& is from a disadvantaged background, please reach out to
@MakerereGMD
through the contacts attached.
As part of the efforts to transform
@Makerere
into a research led university, the insitution has moved in to boost completion rates of PhD programmes through sponsorships of research projects.
Read the
#MakEnewsletter
to understand the selection criteria
Surprise your loved ones this Easter with some of these beautiful and sentimental souvenirs from the University Gifts Shop.
Items available include hoodies, back packs, travel mugs, lapel pins, among many more.
📞0783 939 570/0414 660 812
📍Frank Kalimuzo CTF
@Makerere
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet
@AdekeAnna
, the current Woman MP for Soroti District who equally serves as the Deputy President - Eastern Region for the Forum for Democratic Change party.
Hon. Adeke is a two-time alum of
@MakerereLaw
and holds both an LLB & LLM.
As we celebrate
#UgandaAt61
, the Makerere University Endowment Fund proudly salutes our illustrious alumni who played a pivotal role in Africa’s journey to independence.
May we always work harder to elevate Africa’s position in the world ✨
All alumni of
@Makerere
are duly informed that the
#MakerereAt100
Transcripts & Certificates Fair has been extended to Friday 25th November, 2022.
Kindly share with a friend who has never picked his/her transcript or certificate.
See you at the Freedom Square 🥳
UPDATE: The Academic Registrar informs all graduands of the 74th convocation that distribution of graduation gowns shall commence on 8th January, 2024.
The circular spells out the distribution centres for the different colleges and the requirements for one to access a gown.
We join the
@Makerere
community in congratulating the 90th Guild President of the Ivory Tower, H.E
@lubega_nsamba
on assuming office.
The Makerere University Endowment Fund wishes you & the entire Guild House an impactful tour of duty.
President
@KagutaMuseveni
has rallied the academia in Ugandan Universities to adopt tertiary education that answers Africa's development needs.
He made these remarks at the
#MakerereAt100
Symposium on National Transformation. Find his full speech here👇
The Makerere University Endowment Fund is grateful for your unwaveting support throughout 2023.
We wish you a prosperous & fulfilling 2024.
#HappyNewYear
We are now on the last day of the
#MakerereAt100
Transcripts & Certificates Fair.
If you have previously been a student of
@Makerere
University and have never picked your academic documents, please take advantage of the last day.
See you at the Freedom Square 😊
.
@Makerere
Souvenir shop reminds you to grab your self and your loved ones some of its bestsellers;
🔸Baseball jacket
🔸Canvas Backpack
🔸Classic enamel mug
🔸Black, white bomber jacket
🔸Canvas tote bag
Click to learn more
#MakerereAt100
The
#MakerereAt100
Transcripts & Certificate Public Fair is on today Saturday 12th November, 2022.
If you are an alumni that has never picked his/her Transcript or Certificate, please make use of this opportune time. See you 🥳🥳
Are you an alumnus or friend of
@Makerere
who is wondering how to;
✅ Stay connected
✅ Stay informed
✅ Participate in different causes around the University
Join the
#MakAdvanceSystem
today via and connect with your alma mater.
#MakerereEndowmentFund
We are inviting applications for a consultancy to conduct an investment analysis and assess the asset performance of both the onshore & offshore Makerere University Endowment Funds.
Find more details here;
.
@aitajoel
, an Engineer & Entrepreneur demonstrated exceptional business acumen even during his
@Makerere
days, where he run a thriving printing station.
Now an infrastructure titan on the continent, take a read at what his life journey has been like
.
@MakerereGMD
is calling for applications for scholarships available to first year female students from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds.
Click on the link below to learn more about the eligibility criteria.
Today marks the last day of the
#Mak73rdGrad
, & we continue to congratulate all our dear students.
You have worked hard & shown remarkable determination, resilience and dedication and we are confident that you will make a positive contribution to the development of our society.
Great testimonies continue to stream in from those who have embraced the ongoing Transcripts & Certificates Fair at
@Makerere
.
Remember, the fair closes tomorrow, Friday 25th November, 2022. Please make haste and come pick your academic documents.
See you soon 😊
.
@maserukarobert
broke a 22year dry spell at
@JocomMakerere
to become the 89th Guild President
@Makerere
.
A 3rd-year Journalism student, Robert shares with
#TheLegacy
on how he won with a 27 vote margin & his ambitious goals for fellow students.
For as low as UGX10,000, you too can contribute to
@Makerere
University's causes through the
#MAKAdvanceSystem
.
Your contribution will fund;
📚Scholarships
🔎Research
👨🎓Learning Materials etc
Click to donate to the Makerere University Endowment Fund.
Congratulations, graduates of Makerere University!
Don't forget to visit the souvenir shop and grab some amazing items to remember your time here.
The shop is located on the ground floor of the Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility.
#Mak73rdGrad
UPDATE: All
#Mak74thGrad
graduands are notified that they can start picking their transcripts if they have fully cleared for graduation.
Kudos to
@MakerereAR
for the progress made in this very critical process 👏🏾👏🏾
@Makerere
flags of the issuance of the Academic Transcripts for the 74th Graduation Ceremony.
Issuance started immediately in ALL the Colleges to students who have FULLY CLEARED.
Prospective Graduands who have fully cleared should visit their respective College Registrars.
⏰Tick-tock: It is just a few days to the much awaited
#Mak74thGrad
and the Makerere University Endowment Fund is glad to be walking the last mile with all our graduands.
Come with your student ID and gown payment receipt and we will be glad to dress you for your big day 🎉
All University Students & Graduates interested in Positioning themselves for a Professional life after Campus should attend the upcoming Makerere University Career Fair 2023.
📅Thursday 2nd March, 2023
📍Freedom Square
NB: Entrance to the venue is FREE for all
.
@Makerere
was privileged to host H.E
@fcmljallow1
, the former Vice President of The Gambia under the auspices of
@TheJNLC
.
She urged all African Heads of State to open up their borders to fellow Africans to fully reallise the essence of Pan-Africanism.
.
@MakEndowmentFnd
will throughout March celebrate alumnae who have broken glass ceilings in their respective career paths.
We hope that this campaign will inspire & empower current students to make a positive impact on the world.
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
If you've visited
@Makerere
lately, you couldn't have missed the wonderful sight of students joyfully cycling around campus🚴♂️🚴♀️
In addition to easing mobility, the bicycles are encouraging physical activity & reducing carbon emissions.
For more details,
Hello
@Makerere
Community 🥳
Gifts & souvenirs can be found at the Frank Kalimuzo CTF, Ground floor at the Souvenir & Gifts Shop.
Remember, proceeds are channelled to the
@MakEndowmentFnd
to support research and infrastructure development.
Online Shop:
Are you an alumnus or friend of
@Makerere
?
#MakAdvanceSystem
is here to keep you posted on real-time events in the University.
Please visit to register and receive updates on what is transpiring at the university.
All friends, alumni and staff of
@Makerere
that would like to donate to different causes at the university are encouraged to join the
#MakAdvanceSystem
via
Payments can be made via
📲Mobile money
🪪With card
💰Electronic Fund Transfer
#MakerereAt100
.
@_Akello
candidly shares her journey missing graduation due to a delayed thesis, highlighting the toll on her mental health.
If you resonate with this during the
#Mak74thGrad
, take a read on how she bounced back & achieved significant career growth.
📌
Happy
#Easter
to each one of you from the Makerere University Endowment Fund.
We wish you a joyful holiday filled with hope and new beginnings.
If you are feeling generous this season, remember you can always donate to the fund via
#TheLegacy
#MaKenewsletter
is actively shining a light on the incredible job some of
@Makerere
's partners are doing.
Excited to share that
@MCFMakerere
has offered over 1000 scholarships so far & is working towards doubling the number in the next 10yrs.
In 2013, Hon.
@AdekeAnna
was overwhelmingly voted as the 4th Female Guild President after an 8 year long wait without a woman at the helm of Makerere's Student politics.
She went on to serve as the National Female Youth MP in Uganda's 10th Parliament.
REMINDER: The distribution of graduation gowns commences this Monday 8th January, 2024. The distribution points for the different colleges are attached.
Please carry your student ID, payment slip for your gown & ensure that your name appears on the official graduation list.
On Day 1 of the
#Mak73rdGrad
, the graduands were privileged to receive a commencement lecture from
Prof. Wendy Thomson, Vice Chancellor of the
@LondonU
.
Here are highlights of her address incase you missed it;
.
@Makerere
in conjuction with
@KasUganda
will this Thursday 31st August, 2023 host the annual Sarah Ntiro Public Lecture.
HRH the Nnnaabagereka of Buganda, Sylvia Nagginda will give a keynote speech in honour of a lady who paved the way for the education of the girl child.
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet Her Worship
@DoreenNyanjura
, the Deputy Lord Mayor for Kampala City and and an alumna of Makerere University holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism.
Are you aware that you can donate as low as UGX500 to
@Makerere
University to help boost research, infrastructural development & scholarships.
Click to register and join the
@MakEndowmentFnd
family today!
#MakerereAt100
Our Souvenir Shop has set up at the sidelines of the
#NyerereAt100
Symposium currently taking place at the Freedom Square,
@Makerere
.
The Symposium goes till tomorrow, 14th October, 2022. Please pass-by and commemorate
#MakerereAt100
in style.
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet Hon. Maria Kiwanuka, a holder of the Bachelor of Commerce Degree from Makerere University. She is an outstanding economist, businesswoman and politician who served as Uganda's Minister of Finance from 2011-2015.
The Makerere University Gift shop reminds you to grab yourself some awesome items that include;
🧥Baseball jackets
🎒Backpacks
☕️Cork Base Ceramic Mugs
🧥Bomber jackets
👜Gym Duffel Bag etc
Online Shop:
Physical Shop: Ground Floor, Frank Kalimuzo CTF
The
#MakAdvanceSystem
is connecting
@Makerere
alumni, staff, and well-wishers to their university by;
🔹Providing timely updates on events around campus
🔹Collecting funds towards different causes
Register here to be part of the growing Makerere Family.
In the FY 2021/2022, the Makerere University Endowment Fund grew by UGX 82,567,700 and is now worth UGX 9bn. This growth translates into improved research & infrastructure of
@Makerere
.
To learn more about the fund & how you can contribute, please visit
UPDATE: The academic registrar
@Makerere
informs all university stakeholders that the 74th Graduation ceremony will be held from Monday 22nd to Friday 26th January, 2024.
The circular below details the specific graduation dates for the different colleges/schools.
The Makerere University Endowment Fund has established a platform where Alumni can give back to their Alma Mater for the impact it has had on their lives.
The funds mobilized improve research, infrastructure & support scholarships. Please donate via;
Prof. Susan Kiguli, a poet & former Head of the Department of Literature
@Makerere
, was recently honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Civil Poetry Festival.
Learn about her fulfilling academic journey in
#TheLegacy
newsletter
We are thankful to our stakeholders, whose unwavering support propels us forward on our mission to empower the next generation of heroes.
Together, we forge a brighter future, inspiring innovation and transforming lives.
Happy
#HeroesDay23
Join us via
Are you an alumni/friend of
@Makerere
interested in having an insight in
@MakEndowmentFnd
's efforts to grow its asset portfolio from the current UGX9Bn to UGX20Bn by 2026?
Download you personal copy of the Fund's Strategic Plan 2021/22 - 2025/26 here 👇
Hi well-wishers and alumni of
@Makerere
🥳
Grab some of the best notebooks from the Mak Souvenir Shop. Remember, part of the profits go to the
@MakEndowmentFnd
to support research and scholarships.
The Mak Souvenir Shop is located at the Ground Floor of the Frank Kalimuzo CTF.
The Chair of the
@MakEndowmentFnd
Board of Trustees, Dr.
@KigoziMaggie
had a fruitful meeting with CitiBank Uganda CEO, Ms. Sarah Arapta & the E.D Uganda Bankers Association (& former guild president) Mr. Wilbrod Owor.
The meeting drew strategies on how to further grow the fund.
Mandela is one of the most remarkable individuals whose bravery & fight for justice left an indelible mark on our hearts.
@Makerere
will tomorrow host the Annual Nelson Mandela Public Lecture with a keynote delivered by Chief Zwelivelile Mandela.
A seasoned public administrator, Ms. Akamanzi is remembered to have had an active student life and was deeply engrossed in the Makerere Students Politics.
In her later years, she served as the Minister for Academic Affairs under the
@MakGuild
.
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet Ms. Mercy Kainobwisho aka
@Mercykains
, the Registrar General of
@URSBHQ
and a two time alum who holds a Bachelor of Laws & a Master of Business Administration from Makerere University.
“Decolonization is essential not only to debunk Eurocentric narratives of our history but also to advance a more accurate picture of our heritage.” - Owek.
@ANMakubuya
One of the core functions of the
#MaKAdvanceSystem
is that it helps to track & profile all events/webinars happening across
@Makerere
from both internal & external stakeholders.
You too can keep updated on events at your alma mater by registering here;
As we continue to celebrate
#MakerereAt100
, the University Souvenir Shop has stocked Makerere University Ties for those who are continuing to build the future.
You too can purchase one by calling any of the numbers attached below.
🚌From classroom dreams to a cutting-edge reality!
Check out the incredible journey of
@KiiraMotors
and witness how a student-focused extracurricular activity at
@Makerere
evolved into a powerhouse with a capacity to deliver 28 buses per day.
Read more:
A few days after joining
@Makerere
, Henry Kiyimba Ssuubi found himself thrust into the spotlight amidst a Twitter storm.
In this revealing interview, Suubi opens up about the transformation his family underwent due to this single act of cyberbullying.
"Catalysing change means African women must tell the African women story in a powerful way. I was recently flown by an African woman pilot and I was so proud, yet there are men who say they would be dead scared on such a plane" - Elsie G. Attafuah,
@UNDPUganda
Resident Rep
Excitement is building as we're just 6 days away from the
#MaK74thGrad
week!
@MakEndowmentFnd
is dedicated to ensuring you shine in your graduation gown.
Visit any of our distribution points with your student ID & gown payment slip, & let's make your celebration unforgettable!
Prof.
@KigoziMaggie
, the Chair Board of Trustees
@MakEndowmentFnd
, graced the
@MCFMakerere
scholars' party as Guest of Honor.
Congratulating the graduates, she assured them of being well-equipped with the requisite knowledge and skills for success in the work environment.
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet Yasmin Alibhai-Brown (
@y_alibhai
), a United Kingdom based Journalist who holds a First Class degree in English from Makerere University.
Are you an alumni/well wisher of
@Makerere
looking for an avenue to contribute to the university's growth?
Donate to the
@MakEndowmentFnd
today via & help support;
📚Scholarships
🔎Research
📒Teaching and learning materials etc
#MakerereEndowmentFund
The wall of fame is a
#MakAdvanceSystem
function that recognizes and honors top leading donors.
Click to register to join this great family of alumni and friends of the century old
@Makerere
.
📢Stay connected with your alma mater.📢
#MakerereAt100
Hon. Mandla Mandela has urged Africa to root Climate Education in traditional knowledge systems. He made this statement while delivering the keynote address at the
#MandelaDay2023
Public Lecture held at
@Makerere
last week.
Read the full story here
#MAKWomenTrailblazers
Meet Ms.
@LillyAjarova
, the Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Tourism Board.
Ms. Ajarova holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology from Makerere University.
Dr.
@RoseNakasikiire
faced several challenges building the
@Ocular_Project
, but the hard work eventually paid off.
She won a $1.5m grant from
@Google
& here is how this project is a game changer in screening for malaria, TB & cervical cancer.
Link: