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Busitema University quiz team members Innocent Walimbwa, Alex Debongo, Aggrey Joshua Sikoria and Mercy Ashaba represented the University in the Ultimate University Quiz Season Four, securing a 330–270 win to advance to the quarter-finals.

Busitema University books place in Ultimate University Quiz quarter-finals

IEEE Workshop Equips Students with Practical Skills in Emerging Technologies

IEEE Workshop Equips Students with Practical Skills in Emerging Technologies

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

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

4 Nov 2026 18:18 EAT

Busitema University's Climate Change Programme Selected for DAAD Scholarships

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

17 Sep 2026 10:23 EEST

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

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

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

From Farm Waste to Cleaner Water: Busitema Researchers Test New Approach to Textile Pollution

From Farm Waste to Cleaner Water: Busitema Researchers Test New Approach…

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Uganda’s Bark Cloth Moves Into Engineering as Researchers Test It for Car Interiors

Uganda’s Bark Cloth Moves Into Engineering as Researchers Test It for Car…

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Vice Chancellor Prof. Paul Waako poses with members of the Busitema University team following their official flag-off for the 12th All-Africa University Games in Cairo, Egypt.

Busitema Among Uganda’s Two Representatives at 12th All-Africa University…

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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

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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

2 months ago

University officials and representatives of the Leaders in Teaching Program pose for a group photo after the partnership engagement

Busitema University Joins 10-University Initiative to Expand Women’s…

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Busitema University Joins National Cleaning Day Drive Across All Campuses

Busitema University Joins National Cleaning Day Drive Across All Campuses

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Your Library Beyond the Bookshelves: A Guide to Busitema University’s E-Resources and Research Support

Your Library Beyond the Bookshelves: A Guide to Busitema University’s E-…

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Vision Group Programme Coordinator Max Adii, orients students on the Ultimate University Quiz programme

Busitema University Targets Stronger Finish as Ultimate University Quiz…

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Featured

Busitema University Celebrates Alice Nakaye's Legacy of Integrity and Dedicated Service

2 Nov 2026 18:15 EAT

Busitema University Tops Group D in Strong Showing at National Corporate Tournament in Kabale

29 Oct 2026 11:59 EAT

IEEE Workshop Equips Students with Practical Skills in Emerging Technologies

23 Oct 2026 15:50 EAT

Busitema University Secures Two Bronze Medals at All-Africa University Games in Egypt

22 Oct 2026 14:01 EAT

Busitema University Calls for Results-Driven Budgeting for FY 2027/2028

15 Oct 2026 08:56 EAT

Busitema University Launches New Service Delivery Standards to Improve Services Across Its Campuses

5 Oct 2026 09:01 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 to Launch Second MTN ICT Spark Hub on September 15

Busitema University to Launch Second MTN ICT Spark Hub on September 15

9 Sep 2026 12:12 EAT

FAWE Uganda Executive Director Mrs Susan Opok (left) and Busitema University Guild President Onesmus Kamara after their meeting at the FAWE Uganda head office in Bukoto on 3 September 2026

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

9 Sep 2026 11:32 EAT

From left, CURAHEAL Bio Company Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Hanmin Nam, Uganda delegation leader Mr. Allan Muhumuza of the Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat, Office of the President, and Dr. Kenedy Kiyimba of Busitema University pose with the signed Memorandum of Understanding in Seoul, South Korea, on 8 September 2026.

Busitema University, CURAHEAL Bio Sign MoU to Advance Health and Wellness Innovation

9 Sep 2026 09:09 EAT

From Plastic Waste to Pavement: Busitema’s Plasphalt Moves Onto Ugandan Roads

From Plastic Waste to Pavement: Busitema’s Plasphalt Moves Onto Ugandan Roads

8 Sep 2026 19:52 EAT

Busitema Researchers Develop Smart Packaging That Signals Food Freshness

Busitema Researchers Develop Smart Packaging That Signals Food Freshness

8 Sep 2026 18:46 EAT

Rukungiri Lithium Points Busitema Researchers Toward High-Power Energy Storage

Rukungiri Lithium Points Busitema Researchers Toward High-Power Energy Storage

8 Sep 2026 17:25 EAT

From Farm Waste to Cleaner Water: Busitema Researchers Test New Approach to Textile Pollution

From Farm Waste to Cleaner Water: Busitema Researchers Test New Approach to Textile Pollution

8 Sep 2026 16:58 EAT

Uganda’s Bark Cloth Moves Into Engineering as Researchers Test It for Car Interiors

Uganda’s Bark Cloth Moves Into Engineering as Researchers Test It for Car Interiors

8 Sep 2026 16:20 EAT