Academic Registrar

Makerere University, the oldest and most prestigious institution of higher learning in Uganda and one of the foremost universities on the African continent, has officially commenced its Semester Two examinations for the 2025/2026 academic year. The much-anticipated assessment period marks a critical milestone in the academic calendar, bringing together thousands of students from across the […]

Today, Monday 18th May 2026, most students will begin their End of Semester Two Examinations, and they have been encouraged to remain confident and calm during the examination season. Data from the University Counselling and Guidance Centre shows that even the best-prepared students experience anxiety, pressure, fear of failure, sleep difficulties and emotional exhaustion during […]

By Betty Kyakuwa and Carol Kasujja In this exclusive quick chat, we spoke to the 91st Guild President, Ssentamu Churchill James, a third-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Social Sciences. He shares insights into his leadership journey, key achievements, challenges, and his vision for the student community. What inspired you to run for Guild President? […]

By Gerald Ochwo On Monday, 20th April 2026, the Academic Registrar, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and his Senior Management Team (SMT) convened to witness the official handover of office within the Senate Division. The ceremony, attended by representatives from the Directorate of Internal Audit, marked an important moment of transition and continuity in the University’s academic […]

There are farewells that pass quietly and then there are those that leave a lasting imprint on the hearts of all who attend. The retirement luncheon of Patience Mushengyezi held at the Senate Building University was unmistakably the latter. Held in an atmosphere filled with warmth, gratitude, and reflection, the event brought together colleagues, friends, […]

At an orientation for Postgraduate students held at the Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium on 11th August 2025, the Academic Registrar and Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, reiterated Makerere University’s readiness to avail all the necessary support to ensure timely completion of various programmes. He underscored the […]

Makerere University officially kicked off the 2025/2026 academic year with a Freshers’ Orientation held at the Freedom Square on Monday 4th August 2025. The event was presided over by the Academic Registrar, Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza, who also serves as the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs. In his address, Prof. Buyinza welcomed the […]

By Gerald Ochwo On 25th March 2025, a delegation of Registrars from Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) undertook a benchmarking exercise at Makerere University, with a specific focus on the latter’s pioneering efforts in academic records digitalization. The delegation, led by Dr. Dickson Kalungi, Ag. Deputy Academic Registrar was received by Mr. Charles […]

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University informs all intending applicants for Private and Government Sponsorship for the 2025/2026 Academic year that the deadline has been extended to Friday 7th March, 2025. Applicants who have already applied need not apply. For any additional information, refer to the Announcements and requirements for Diploma/Degree holders Entry Scheme for Undergraduate […]

By Gerald Ochwo On 5th August, 2024, the Office of the Academic Registrar, organized a Central Orientation briefing for all the freshmen and women of the 2024/2025 Academic Year intake. The orientation briefing provides a central platform where the newly admitted students are taken through a wide range of issues that directly relate to their […]