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

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

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

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

17 Sep 2026 18:57 EAT

Researchers from Six Universities Explore Data-Driven Approaches to Malaria Control

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

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

Study Visit in Uganda

Empowering Refugees and Host Communities in Uganda

1 year ago

Team tours the site designated for laboratory construction

Site Handover Meeting Takes Place At Nagongera Campus

1 year 1 month ago

The five-member committee chaired by Mrs. Rosemary Mutyabule(Top Right), Justice Godfrey Namundi(Bottom Right), Professor Elly Sabiti(Bottom left), Assoc. Prof. Annabella Habinka Ejiri, Mr. Aloysius Kiribaki, and Mrs. Racheal Wandeka

Busitema University Sets Up Search Committee for New Chancellor

1 year 1 month ago

Transforming Waste into Livestock Feed: Busitema University Concludes Black Soldier Fly Farming Project

Transforming Waste into Livestock Feed: Busitema University Concludes…

1 year 1 month ago

Busitema University Welcomes New Members of the Staff Tribunal in Swearing-In and Induction Ceremony

Busitema University Welcomes New Members of the Staff Tribunal in Swearing…

1 year 2 months ago

Busitema University Welcomes New Audit Committee Members in a Ceremony Marking a Milestone in Institutional Governance

Busitema University Welcomes New Audit Committee Members in a Ceremony…

1 year 2 months ago

Teach for Uganda Explores Strategic Partnership with Busitema University

Teach for Uganda Explores Strategic Partnership with Busitema University

1 year 2 months ago

Busitema University Hosts Centenary Bank Officials to Strengthen Service Delivery and Partnership

Busitema University Hosts Centenary Bank Officials to Strengthen Service…

1 year 2 months ago

Busitema University Flags off participants of 2025 Summer School in Germany

Busitema University Flags off participants of 2025 Summer School in Germany

1 year 2 months ago

Featured

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

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

17 Sep 2026 10:23 EAT

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

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

Dignitaries attending the graduation ceremony

Busitema University Holds 16th Graduation, Installs New Chancellor and Graduates First PhD Students

29 Nov 2025 09:06 EAT

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

11 Nov 2025 13:40 EAT

The goal keeper keeps a close eye on the ball during practice

Busitema University to Host the Inaugural Open Lacrosse Championship

29 Oct 2025 23:04 EAT

Dr. Lugya Takes Helm at Busitema University Fund, Unveils Ambitious Growth Plan

24 Oct 2025 08:14 EAT

Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero flags off a team of Ugandan scientists to China

Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero Flags Off Busitema University Scientists to China for Advanced Pharmaceutical Training

23 Oct 2025 14:40 EAT

Professor Paul Waako (seated fifth from left) and Dr. Yasin Nawab (seated fifth from right) pose for a group photo with delegates during the event

Science Must Power Uganda’s Transformation, Says Minister Musenero at Busitema STI Symposium

17 Oct 2025 09:16 EAT

Teams from Ningxia Polytechnic University (above) and Busitema University (below) during the virtual signing ceremony marking their new academic partnership.

Busitema University and Ningxia Polytechnic University Launch Global Partnership

17 Oct 2025 09:04 EAT

Group photo with the 2025 Bachelor of Anesthesia freshers at the Faculty of Health Sciences

Be Agents of Peace, Integrity, and Excellence, VC Urges as Busitema University Welcomes 2025 Freshers

10 Oct 2025 14:43 EAT