Kampala, February 23, 2026 The School of Engineering at Makerere University hosted a pivotal session designed to bridge the gap between creative innovation and legal protection. The event welcomed Mr. Peter Eneru and Ms. Fazirah Nakabugo from the Makerere University Intellectual Property Management Office (IPMO), who delivered an in-depth briefing to the Dean, department heads,...Read More

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...Read More

Kampala, Uganda – January 23, 2026 Makerere University’s College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) witnessed a landmark academic achievement on January 22, 2026, as Eng. Sekaya Ronald successfully defended his PhD thesis titled “Towards an Integrated Planning Framework for Water Supply, Sanitation, and Solid Waste Management Services in Ugandan Small Towns: Case of...Read More

On January 5, 2026, the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) at Makerere University witnessed a remarkable academic milestone as Mr. Wangi Geoffrey Mario successfully defended his PhD dissertation. The public defense, held in the CEDAT New Board Room, marked the culmination of years of rigorous research and innovation in the field of...Read More

By Pius Kikomeko The establishment of a Career Employability Hub was the focus of a targeted engagement held on 6th November 2025 by the School of Engineering, College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT), Makerere University. The event brought together experts from CADENA, a firm contracted under the UNESCO-CFIT III project, alongside university leadership,...Read More

By Harriet Musinguzi & Pius Kikomeko Ms. Amaaso Eliana (2nd R) receives a Certificate of Recognition as the top-performing female Engineering student. The award was presented by the Dean of Students, Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli (center), and the Dean of the School of Engineering, Dr. Dorothy Okello. Also pictured are CEDAT CGS Gideon Waisenga (far left)...Read More

The 2025 Edition of “The BEST OF ME” art exhibition concluded at Makerere Art Gallery with a closing ceremony that echoed the vibrancy and emotional depth of the showcased works. Organized by the Margaret Trowel School of Industrial and Fine Arts, the exhibition featured final-year projects and recent creations by students and alumni. It transformed...Read More

On Friday, October 3rd, 2025, the College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT) held a Safeguarding Awareness session aimed at equipping staff and students with essential knowledge to ensure their safety within the University environment. The event, held in the CEDAT Conference Hall, attracted a large number of students and was facilitated by student...Read More

Makerere University’s Grants Administration and Management Support Unit (GAMSU), conducted a grant writing workshop for the College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT) on Wednesday, 24th September 2025. Participants, who included academic staff, researchers, and postgraduate students, were equipped with skills and strategies to secure national and international funding. Prof. Sylvia Antonia Nakimera Nannyonga-Tamusuza,...Read More

As a newly established department within Makerere University’s College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology, the Architecture Department marked its growth and identity with the annual group photo, an enduring tradition that brings together students from first to fifth year in a vibrant celebration of unity and creative ambition. Captured on the iconic steps of...Read More