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Members of Busitema University Management pose for a group photograph during the two-day retreat at Mbale Resort Hotel on 2 September 2026

Busitema Sharpens Focus on Results, Accountability and Institutional Impact

Vice Chancellor Prof. Paul Waako addresses members of Busitema University Top Management during the two-day Top Management Retreat at Mbale Resort Hotel on 2 September 2026.

Prof. Waako Challenges Management to Keep Pace with Busitema’s Growth

Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro, State Minister for Minerals, is received by Busitema University Vice Chancellor Prof. Paul Waako upon her arrival at the Main Campus for Youth Mining Day on 14 August 2026.

Busitema University Hosts Youth Mining Day as Minister Nyamutoro Calls for Greater Youth Participation in the Minerals Sector

Education & Agriculture

10 Sep 2026 10:35 EAT

What India’s Small AI Could Mean for Agricultural Research at Busitema University

Gulasal and her mother-in-law Sanobar inspect raspberries on their family plot in Usmonobod village. Photo credit: World Bank.

9 Sep 2026 17:14 EEST

Reliable Water, Better Harvests: Why Irrigation Research Matters

Photo credit: World Bank Group

9 Sep 2026 16:34 EEST

AgriConnect’s First Year Offers a Wider View of What Farmers Need to Succeed

Photo by Dextra Group/ World bank

9 Sep 2026 15:22 EEST

IFC Investment Experience Offers Lessons for Taking Busitema Research Beyond the University

Busitema University Leads Teacher Training on Activity-Based Learning at St. Paul High School

3 Jan 2025 11:34 EET

Busitema University Leads Teacher Training on Activity-Based Learning at St. Paul High School

Research

14 Sep 2026 17:22 EAT

Busitema Visiting Professor Motlalepula Matsabisa Honoured with Prestigious Hamilton Naki Award

Chief Security Officer, SSP Syamutsangira Simon, addresses the meeting as the Guild President and Operating Commissioner follow the proceedings

15 Aug 2026 11:33 EEST

Student Safety Takes Centre Stage as Security Teams Engage Guild Leaders Ahead of New Semester

Guild President Kamara Onesmus Outlines His Vision for a More Responsive and Inclusive Busitema University

7 May 2026 12:18 EEST

Guild President Kamara Onesmus Outlines His Vision for a More Responsive and Inclusive Busitema University

Newly Elected 17th Guild President, Mr. Kamara Onesmus reciting the Oath as The University Legal Officer, Ms. Martha Apolot looks on

22 Apr 2026 09:03 EEST

17th Guild Leaders Sworn In Amid Calls for Integrity and Dialogue

14TH GRADUATION CEREMONY

The 19th University games editions

13th Graduation Ceremony of Busitema University

Busitema University Profile

Busitema University Nursing Students Association Finalists'Dinner

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9 Sep 2026 11:32 EAT

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OFFICIAL HANDOVER OF NEW PHYSIOLOGY LAB

17 Aug 2026 16:54 EAT

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Health and Medicine

Officials from Busitema University and Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College during activities marking the China-Uganda Pharmacy Luban Workshop at Busitema University.

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16 Sep 2026 11:53 EAT

THE MAKING OF A MEDICAL STUDENT

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OFFICIAL HANDOVER OF NEW PHYSIOLOGY LAB

OFFICIAL HANDOVER OF NEW PHYSIOLOGY LAB

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Busitema University Renews Strategic Partnership with the International Institute of Health Sciences

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David Mutazindwa, EAGC Board Chairperson (third from left), and Busitema University Vice Chancellor Prof Paul Waako (to his right) sign the MoU at the university boardroom on March 11, 2025.

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12 Mar 2025 17:14 EAT

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18 Feb 2025 15:16 EAT

Busitema University and SNV International Explore Collaboration Opportunites

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27 Jan 2025 23:16 EAT

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A Stakeholders' Consultative Meeting to shape the Future of ODeL

A Stakeholders' Consultative Meeting to shape the Future of ODeL

19 Jan 2025 09:36 EAT

Call for Candidates to Busitema University Compassionate Scholarship Scheme

14 Jan 2025 18:50 EAT

Busitema University Leads Teacher Training on Activity-Based Learning at St. Paul High School

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