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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

Recent News

The Faculty of Science and Education holding Workshop with theme Curriculum Design and Implementation

Workshop on Curriculum Design: Science and Education in Faculty

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Strengthening Public Health: Busitema University and Tsinghua University's VSPH Unite in a Landmark Collaboration to Elevate Healthcare Training and Research in Uganda and Worldwide

VSPH at Busitema University and Tsinghua University Join Forces in a…

2 years 10 months ago

Busitema University Leaders and Chinese Ambassador Discuss Higher Education Collaboration

Higher Education Collaboration: A Conversation between Chinese Ambassador…

2 years 10 months ago

Live Update from Rock Classic Hotel: Busitema University Academics Enhance LMS Expertise

Live Update: Academics at Busitema University broaden the Understanding of…

2 years 11 months ago

Busitema University's Enid Kawala Kagoya Makes History: Wins Global Award for Infection Prevention and Control in Geneva, Africa's First and Third Worldwide

Busitema University's Enid Kawala Kagoya Makes History: Wins Global…

2 years 11 months ago

Empowering Busitema University Staff For On-line Learning Workshop

2 years 11 months ago

Busitema University Secures Victory Over Kampala International University in Hard-Fought Football Match

In a tightly competitive football match, Busitema University triumphs over…

2 years 11 months ago

University Deans & Students Demand for Increased Gov’t Funding in Innovation

Deans of Universities and Students Advocate for Additional Government…

2 years 11 months ago

The DVC Search Committee Nears Decision Day: Deputy Vice-Chancellor Selection Process Reaches Critical Stage

The DVC Search Committee Nears Decision Day: Deputy Vice-Chancellor…

2 years 11 months ago

Featured

Busitema Guild President Opens Talks with FAWE Uganda on Student Mental Health and Accommodation

9 Sep 2026 11:32 EAT

Busitema University Joins 10-University Initiative to Expand Women’s Pathways into STEM Teaching

29 Aug 2026 11:05 EAT

Busitema University Targets Stronger Finish as Ultimate University Quiz Preparations Begin

20 Aug 2026 08:32 EAT

THE MAKING OF A MEDICAL STUDENT

17 Aug 2026 17:22 EAT

OFFICIAL HANDOVER OF NEW PHYSIOLOGY LAB

17 Aug 2026 16:54 EAT

Mining Professionals Bridge the Skills Gap, Mentor Uganda’s Future Mining Workforce

17 Aug 2026 15:57 EAT

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.

Busitema Officially Launches China-Uganda Pharmacy Luban Workshop Training Programme for First Cohort of 36 Students

16 Sep 2026 11:53 EAT

THE MAKING OF A MEDICAL STUDENT

THE MAKING OF A MEDICAL STUDENT

17 Aug 2026 17:22 EAT

OFFICIAL HANDOVER OF NEW PHYSIOLOGY LAB

OFFICIAL HANDOVER OF NEW PHYSIOLOGY LAB

17 Aug 2026 16:54 EAT

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

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

11 Jun 2025 11:40 EAT

Latest News

Busitema University in 1.1 Million USD grant to research sunflower seed oil massage to improve the survival of premature infants in Uganda

Busitema University in 1.1 Million USD grant to research sunflower seed oil massage to improve the survival of premature infants in Uganda

1 Feb 2024 10:06 EAT

Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero graces Uganda Agro-Science Park Project Workshop at Busitema University

Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero graces Uganda Agro-Science Park Project Workshop at Busitema University

31 Jan 2024 21:55 EAT

Deputy Vice Chancellor Opens Workshop on Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes in Soroti

Deputy Vice Chancellor Opens Workshop on Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes in Soroti

30 Jan 2024 22:19 EAT

US Ambassador Visits Busitema University, Commends Peace Corps Activities

US Ambassador Visits Busitema University, Commends Peace Corps Activities

30 Jan 2024 16:09 EAT

Busitema University Moves Up in Temporal Webometrics Rankings

Busitema University Moves Up in Temporal Webometrics Rankings

30 Jan 2024 14:47 EAT

Interim Guild Executive Inaugurated

Interim Guild Executive Inaugurated to steer students affairs upto the month of June

26 Jan 2024 22:40 EAT

Dr. Fredrick Kiwuwa Lugya Receives DataCite Global Access Fund to Promote Open Scholarship and Open Science

Dr. Fredrick Kiwuwa Lugya Receives DataCite Global Access Fund to Promote Open Scholarship and Open Science

26 Jan 2024 14:28 EAT

Busitema University medical school celebrates its 10th anniversary

Busitema University medical school celebrates its 10th anniversary

19 Jan 2024 21:21 EAT