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Biomedical Engineering Master’s Scholarship Makerere University

Makerere University, in partnership with Case Western Reserve University, is inviting applications for the 2026 Biomedical Engineering Master's Scholarship Programme for Ugandan students. Scholarship Benefits • Full tuition support • Monthly living stipend • Research funding • One year of financial support Eligible Fields • Biomedical...

Masters’ Scholarship Opportunity for Karamoja

The Embassy of Ireland in Uganda launched the Late Fr. Declan O'Toole Memorial Fellowship for Karamoja in 2021 in memory of Fr. Declan ‘O’ Toole, who passed away in Moroto on 22 March 2002. The fellowship aims to support capacity building and professional skills development among Karamojong professionals working in local government...

EAC Scholarship Programme (EACSP)

The EAC Scholarship Programme (EACSP) is a regional initiative of the East African Community (EAC) and the Federal Republic of Germany. Implemented by the Inter-University Council for East Africa, the Programme seeks to develop future leaders who will contribute to regional integration and sustainable development by supporting students to pursue...

Omar Mandela: The Entrepreneur Behind Café Javas, City Oil and Mandela Millers

Omar Ahmed Mandela, popularly known as Hajji Mandela, is one of Uganda's prominent entrepreneurs and the founder of the Mandela Group of Companies, a business empire with interests spanning hospitality, fuel, automotive services, food processing and consumer products. His business journey is closely associated with the growth of brands that have...

165 Women-Led Enterprises Graduate from Green Business Capacity-Building Programme

A total of 165 women-led enterprises have graduated from a green capacity-building programme jointly supported by GIZ Uganda and the Stanbic Business Incubator, marking another step towards strengthening women-owned businesses and promoting sustainable enterprise development. The graduates completed a programme designed to equip women...

URA Expands EFRIS Requirements as More Businesses Face Digital Tax Compliance

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has expanded the reach of its Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing Solution (EFRIS) to more business sectors, bringing thousands of additional businesses under Uganda's digital tax compliance framework. EFRIS is a digital system used to authenticate and record business transactions through electronic...

Bank of Uganda Announces Treasury Bond Re-openings

The Bank of Uganda has invited applications for the re-opening of three Uganda Government Treasury Bonds as the government seeks to raise funds through the domestic financial market. The bonds being re-opened include a 3-year Treasury Bond, a 10-year Treasury Bond and a 20-year Treasury Bond. The securities are: UG12G0607287 — 3-Year Treasury...

Government Intensifies Push for Electronic Procurement System

The Government of Uganda has renewed its call for all public agencies to transition to the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) platform as part of efforts to improve efficiency, transparency and accountability in public procurement. The move comes as accounting officers undergo training to equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to...

Equity and Merit Scholarships for international master’s students

The University of Manchester is committed to supporting a more equitable and sustainable future for all. Through our Equity and Merit Scholarships, we aim to empower talented individuals from the Global South to drive meaningful change in their home countries. Equity and Merit Scholarships are open to academically excellent students from...

Rajiv Memorial Scholarships 2025/2026

Victoria University has announced a call for applications for the Rajiv Memorial Scholarships 2025/2026, offering 100 fully funded Master’s scholarships to outstanding graduates of the university’s Class of 2025. The scholarships are funded by the Ruparelia family and the Ruparelia Foundation in loving memory of the late Rajiv Ruparelia, who...