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Busitema University Launches MTN Spark Hub to Drive Digital Skills, Innovation and Community Solutions

Busitema Sharpens Focus on Results, Accountability and Institutional Impact

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

Science and Technology Secretariat–OP Applauds Busitema University’s Innovation Progress During Monitoring Exercise

Science and Technology Secretariat–OP Applauds Busitema University’s Innovation Progress During Monitoring Exercise

Representatives from Absa Bank, NSSF, and AI Studio Uganda join staff and students of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology for a group photo during the Expo

Busitema University Hosts AI Expo, Linking Students to Industry Opportunities

State Minister for Higher Education, Dr. J.C. Muyingo, tours the Busitema University exhibition stall, engaging with students and exploring their innovative projects.

Busitema Showcases Cutting-Edge Innovations at the 16th Higher Education Exhibition

The new complex within Mbale Regional Referral Hospital premises, the new home of the Faculty of Health Sciences Library, Mbale campus.

25 Sep 2026 13:12 EEST

Faculty of Health Sciences Library, Mbale campus Relocates to New Premises

A Wikimedia Community User Group Uganda facilitator leads a practical session during an earlier Wikimedia training at Busitema University in April 2026. Photo credit: Wikimedia Community User Group Uganda.

25 Sep 2026 12:34 EEST

Busitema University Library to Host Wikimedia Training to Strengthen Uganda’s Digital Heritage

Prof Mastsbisa

14 Sep 2026 17:22 EEST

Busitema Visiting Professor Motlalepula Matsabisa Honoured with Prestigious Hamilton Naki Award

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

2 Oct 2026 16:09 EAT

Busitema Researcher Presents Cross-Region Study on Crop Disease AI at EUVIP 2026

Busitema University Joins National Cleaning Day Drive Across All Campuses

27 Aug 2026 14:56 EEST

Busitema University Joins National Cleaning Day Drive Across All Campuses

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

Featured

Busitema University Benchmarks ICT Systems to Guide Future Investment

25 Sep 2026 09:43 EAT

Busitema University Principal Institutional Advancement Officer Selected for U.S. Leadership Programme on Strategic University Partnerships

24 Sep 2026 18:41 EAT

Busitema Guild Leaders Join National Conference on Student Welfare, Leadership and Campus Safety

17 Sep 2026 17:39 EAT

Busitema Chess Team Finishes Fourth at All Africa University Games

17 Sep 2026 16:36 EAT

Chess Team Secures Bronze at the 12th All-Africa University Games in Egypt

17 Sep 2026 13:30 EAT

Latest News

Rosemary Nalwanga poses with a fellow participant at the European Conference on Visual Information Processing, EUVIP 2026, in Luxembourg.

Busitema Researcher Presents Cross-Region Study on Crop Disease AI at EUVIP 2026

2 Oct 2026 16:09 EAT

Assoc. Prof. Egonyu Turns Soroti’s Organic Waste into Feed and Fertiliser

Assoc. Prof. Egonyu Turns Soroti’s Organic Waste into Feed and Fertiliser

2 Oct 2026 15:17 EAT

A digital government workspace illustrating the growing use of artificial intelligence in public administration. AI-generated image.

AI Is Entering Government Faster Than Policies Can Keep Up

2 Oct 2026 12:26 EAT

Young women sewing clothes in a market in Boké, Guinea. Photo credit: Vincent Tremeau / World Bank.

What Graduates Learn After University May Matter More Than We Think

2 Oct 2026 08:48 EAT

A child drinks water from an outdoor tap in Uzbekistan. Photo credit: World Bank.

Safe at the Source, Not Always Safe at Home: New Data Tracks Drinking Water Contamination

1 Oct 2026 08:51 EAT

Busitema University to Graduate Record 2,268 Students at 17th Graduation Ceremony

Busitema University to Graduate Record 2,268 Students at 17th Graduation Ceremony

30 Sep 2026 16:39 EAT

Assoc. Prof. Gilbert Gilibrays Ocen, Director of ICT at Busitema University, during the 10th National Conference on Communications (NCC 2026) at Makerere University.

Busitema University Joins National ICT Stakeholders at 10th National Conference on Communications

29 Sep 2026 10:07 EAT

University officials, researchers and participants pose for a group photo during the 4th Busitema University Annual Science, Technology and Innovation Symposium at Hursey Resort Hotel in Soroti.

4th Busitema University Annual Science, Technology and Innovation Symposium Brings Research and Innovation Closer to Society

28 Sep 2026 13:25 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

Physical Sciences & Humanities

The new complex within Mbale Regional Referral Hospital premises, the new home of the Faculty of Health Sciences Library, Mbale campus.

Faculty of Health Sciences Library, Mbale campus Relocates to New Premises

25 Sep 2026 13:12 EEST

A technician records information while working alongside electrical switchgear. Photo credit: Jason Florio/World Bank.

World Bank Findings Highlight Emerging Employment Challenges for Busitema Researchers

10 Sep 2026 13:05 EEST

JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (JOOUST)’s Post

8 Jun 2026 17:27 EEST

Shortlisted Candidates for the Compassionate Sponsorship 2025/2026 Admission’s - Interviews

11 Nov 2025 12:40 EET

Busitema University Launches Innovative Anti-Sexual Harassment System

Busitema University Anti-Sexual Harassment System Launch

25 Nov 2023 12:18 EET

Career Opportunity at Busitema University: Deputy Chief, Quality Assurance

Call For Application: Deputy Chief, Quality Assurance

17 Nov 2023 18:22 EET