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Makerere University Tribute

Makerere University mourns the untimely passing of Arishaba Talent, a pioneering student of the Bachelor’s Degree in Valuation Surveying at the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT). She will be remembered as a gifted and intelligent young lady whose commitment, warmth, and vibrant spirit touched many within our community. We extend our deepest...

IEEE Empowers University Librarians & Researchers with Specialized Publishing Training at Makerere University

On 5th February 2026, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) conducted a comprehensive half-day Publishing Training session at the Makerere University Main Library. Facilitated by IEEE representatives Mr. Kris Zakrzewski and Mr. Aggrey Sang, the event specifically targeted university librarians from across Uganda, as well as electrical engineering faculty and students. The workshop...

Dr. Robert Sewanyana Appointed Acting Head of DIAAD at Makerere University

The Margaret Trowell School of Industrial and Fine Arts (MTSIFA), Makerere University, has officially announced the appointment of Dr. Robert Sewanyana as the new Acting Head of the Department of Industrial Arts and Applied Design (DIAAD). The school extended its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Sewanyana, recognizing his leadership and academic contributions that have shaped the...
Mr. Robert Kakebe Sekajja PhD defense

Robert Sekajja Earns PhD with Groundbreaking Study on Energy Transition

Kampala, Uganda – January 30, 2026. Makerere University’s College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) proudly announced the successful defense of a groundbreaking PhD thesis by Mr. Robert Kakebe Sekajja. His research, titled “Evaluation of Transition Pathways from Traditional Bioenergy to Clean Domestic Cooking Energy Services in Uganda Using a System Dynamics Approach”, marks...

Strengthening Solar Energy Innovation: The SUNRISE Project Kicks Off at School of Engineering

From January 27th to 28th, 2026, the Makerere University School of Engineering, under the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT), hosted a landmark workshop to launch the SUNRISE project. This initiative brought together a diverse team of engineering academicians from various universities across East Africa and Europe. Coordinated by Dr. Francis Mujjuni of...

Makerere University and KCCA to Strengthen Collaboration on Solid Waste Management

Prof. Moses Musinguzi and CEDAT staff with KCCA officials led by Dr. Sarah Zalwango after a successful meeting at Makerere University on January 30, 2026. The College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT) at Makerere University has initiated a strategic collaboration with the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) to address the escalating challenges of...
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