The Makerere University School of Engineering continues to prioritize student growth and innovation. From June 10–12, 2026, students across mechanical, electrical, civil, biomedical, and public health disciplines benefited from the Nexus+ student training, facilitated by Engineers Without Borders–East Africa (EWB‑EA). This intensive program equipped participants with practical skills in Community Led Asset Resource Evaluation (CLARE), preparing...Read More
Kampala, Uganda A team of researchers from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Makerere University has developed an innovative cookstove design that could significantly reduce household cooking costs, improve energy efficiency, and turn charcoal waste into a valuable source of clean cooking energy for Ugandan communities. The groundbreaking study, titled “Towards Fluidization in Domestic Heat Systems:...Read More
By Harriet Musinguzi Kampala, June 19, 2026 — Makerere University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, led a high-level visitation meeting at the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) to deliberate on strategies for enhancing graduate education and research output. The meeting brought together senior management, faculty, and directors of key university units to reflect...Read More
Makerere University’s College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) has marked a historic milestone with the development of Uganda’s very first solar-powered water pump, fully designed and built locally. The innovation, led by CEDAT’s Dr. Edmund Tumusiime, demonstrates the country’s potential to spearhead industrialization through homegrown engineering solutions. According to Dr. Tumusiime, the pump is...Read More
The Department of Fine Art at Makerere University has announced a call for applications for the position of Graduate Fellow in Sculpture Carving and Modelling. The fellowship, which offers one slot, is designed to strengthen teaching and learning activities within the department while nurturing the next generation of fine art professionals. Applications close on 24th June...Read More
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