Champions! MUST takes the crown at Petrobowl 2026
In a display of academic brilliance and technical mastery, Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) emerged as the undisputed champions of the Petrobowl 2026 competition. The highly anticipated event, held from March 26–27, saw MUST deliver a commanding performance in the finals, defeating Makerere University (MUK) with a decisive score of 120 to 85. […]
Unlocking Potential: Students with Disabilities Advocate for Inclusionon in Higher Education
Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) is at the forefront of disability inclusion among institutions of higher learning in Southwestern Uganda. On March 27, 2026, students with impairments from across Western Uganda, alongside mentors and policymakers, called for stronger inclusive systems, policy reforms, and a shift in societal attitudes during an engagement seminar held […]
MUST delegation departs for the 2026 National Petro Bowl
Mbarara University of Science and Technology is once again making its mark on the national stage. The Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Administration and Finance, Dr. Robert Bitariho, officially flagged off a delegation of 60 students from the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology (FAST). The team is heading to Kyambogo University for the […]
From Oil Fields to the Arena: MUST Explores World-Class Infrastructure in the Albertine Region
Following a series of high-level industrial engagements, the Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) team, led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika, shifted focus from energy to infrastructure with a visit to the magnificent Hoima City Stadium. Standing as a symbol of Uganda’s #AFCON2027 aspirations, the stadium is a testament to what rapid engineering […]
MUST Leadership Tours Kabalega International Airport and KFDA – Day 2
Hoima District — The Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) delegation, led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika, continued its high-level strategic tour of the Albertine region. On Day 2, the team focused on the backbone of Uganda’s petroleum logistics and production: Kabalega International Airport and the Kingfisher Development Area (KFDA). The Gateway: Kabalega […]
Classroom to Industry: MUST Explores Uganda’s Oil Frontier at Tilenga for a Strategic Alliance
In a significant move to bridge the gap between “Classroom to Industry,” the Top Management of Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), alongside the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology (FAST), recently concluded a high-level strategic engagement with the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU). This was from 18th March,2026- 20th March,2026. Kindly receive the […]
Succeed We MUST: Reclaiming the East African Narrative
In a move to position its students and staff at the forefront of regional development, Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) hosted a high-level delegation from the Ministry of East African Community Affairs on March 18, 2026. The event, themed ” EAC at 25 Years: Achievements, Challenges, and the Journey Ahead” served as a […]
The pulse of precision: A new era of Neurosurgery at MUST
The 3rd International Neurosurgery Conference (February 26th–27th, 2026) was more than an academic gathering; it was a historic milestone for medicine in East Africa. Under the theme, “Advancement in Neurosurgical Oncology and Neurocritical Care: Pioneering Innovations for Enhanced Patient Output,” Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) and Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital (MRRH) solidified their […]
MUST and CU Anschutz perform the first-ever awake brain surgery in East Africa
In a monumental leap for African medicine, MUST and MRRH have successfully conducted the first-ever Awake Craniotomy in Uganda and the wider East African region. The ground-breaking procedure took place during the 3rd International Neurosurgery Conference (February 26th–27th, 2026). This historic milestone was achieved through a strategic partnership with the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical […]
Bridging Frontiers: The MUST-CU Anschutz collaboration redefining Neurosurgery in Mbarara
In the heart of Southwestern Uganda, a quiet revolution took place within the surgical theaters of Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital (MRRH). What began as a professional handshake has blossomed into a life-saving alliance between Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz). This February marked the […]
