The School of Business, College of Business and Management Sciences, has concluded the 3rd Annual Doctoral Colloquium Programme, 2024, which brought together 34 PhD students, including 11 third-year and 23 first- and second-year students, for a four-day engagement held from Monday October 14 to October 17, 2024. Organized under the leadership of Prof. Godfrey Akileng, […]
Over 30 researchers and graduate students from Makerere University participated in a specialized training aimed at enhancing their skills in research co-creation, science communication, and policy engagement. The training, organized by the Environment for Development (EfD) Mak Centre, emphasized the importance of bridging the gap between academic research and policy impact, particularly in the fields […]
Heifer International has awarded top young innovators in agriculture, youth, and technology through the AYUTE Africa Season 3 challenge, an initiative aimed at nurturing the talents of young people to address pressing challenges faced by smallholder farmers in Africa. William Matovu, Country Director at Heifer International-Uganda, emphasized the organization’s commitment to tapping into the innovative […]
The Public Investments Management Centre of Excellence officially launched a two-week training program focused on Financial and Risk Analysis of Public Investments today September 23, 2024. Approximately 30 economists from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are participating in this intensive training, which aims to enhance their skills in public investment management. The training kicked […]
The Department of Population Studies on 19th September 2024 hosted Ms. Rosemary Kisembo the Excecutive Director of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), for highly informative guest lecture attended by students from Year 1 to Graduate level. The event, focused on the importance of civil registration in Uganda, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable […]
Compiled by Joseph Buwule & Jane Anyango On 17th September, 2024 a team of EfD-Mak, and Inclusive Green Economy (IGE) fellows led by Uganda’s Policy Engagement Specialist Dr. Peter Babyenda visited Uganda’s Pioneer Motor Vehicle Company engaged in the production of Electric and solar powered vehicles –the Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC). The Kiira Motors Corporation […]
Staff of the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) on September 13th, 2024, gathered for a splendid farewell party to celebrate the distinguished service of former leaders Prof. Eria Hisali and his deputy, Prof. Bruno Yawe, along with several retiring staff members. The joyous event, held in their honor, was graced by the Vice […]
Experts gathered at Makerere University to strategize on extending mini-grids to rural areas across Africa, with a focus on ensuring reliable, low-cost electricity. The three-day policy dialogue, held from September 10th to 12th, brought together specialists from Africa, the United States, and Europe. Prof. Edward Bbaale, Principal of the College of Business and Management Sciences […]
On 6th September 2024, a delegation from the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), led by Mr. Okello Joseph, visited the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) at Makerere University to explore potential collaborations aimed at enhancing research capabilities within the academic community. The visit focused on raising awareness of the URA Research Lab and discussing […]
The College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) at Makerere University held an insightful Career Guidance Day on September 6th, 2024, under the theme, “Navigating Your Future Career Choices: Preparing for the Evolving Job Market.” The event aimed at equipping students with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed career decisions in a fast-changing […]