Ensuring a safer future: Toxicology Training opens at MUST Kihumuro Campus
On February 3,2025,  A critical six-day training program on Toxicology Risk Assessment kicked off at the MUST Kihumuro Campus, bringing together scientists, technologists, health workers, academics, researchers, and policymakers. The workshop will focus on the principles of toxicology, hazard identification, dose-response assessment, exposure assessment, risk characterization, biomarkers and their uses, biological sampling methods, and an […]
Courtesy Call to the Hospital Director
On February 3,2025, Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika made a courtesy call to Dr. Deus Twesigye, the Hospital Director of Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital. This visit was marked by a warm exchange of gratitude and acknowledgment of the collaborative relationship between the university and the hospital. Dr. Twesigye expressed his sincere appreciation for Prof. Byakika’s humble gesture […]
Vice Chancellor’s First Lecture: A memorable experience
On February 3, 2025, Â the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika , delivered her inaugural lecture in the Department of Internal Medicine. This event marked a significant moment for both the students and the faculty. Brief about Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika: A senior physician with extensive research experience in medicine. She was Former lecturer at Makerere University […]
Wilson Mugazhu, MUST student, takes the helm as 35th UNSA President
Wilson Mugazhu, a dynamic and passionate student from Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), has recently been elected as the 35th President of the Uganda National Students’ Association (UNSA). Currently in his fourth year, Wilson is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Sciences and Livelihoods. His academic journey and leadership experiences have shaped him […]
The Shifting sands of knowledge: A new chapter begins
On January 27, a significant transition took place at the University as Engineer Patrick Mujunansi officially handed over his office to Engineer Achillies Byabashaija. This was witnessed by the university’s internal auditor, Mr. Godfrey Mutebi, marking the start of a new journey for both engineers. For the next two years, Eng. Patrick Mujunansi will be […]
Celebrating the 39th NRM Liberation Day: Transformative journey for the nation.
 Today, Uganda commemorates the 39th anniversary of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Liberation Day. The celebrations took place in Mubende District. This significant day marks the historic moment when the NRM, under the leadership of H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, took power in 1986, initiating a transformative journey for the nation. Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika, Vice […]
Courtesy call:Â Team Visits MUST
A team from the Cyber School – Mastercard Foundation Uganda eLearning Initiative, on Thursday 23rd January 2025, visited Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) to discuss the ongoing partnership and MUST’s involvement in the Cyber School – Mastercard Foundation Uganda eLearning Initiative. During the meeting, discussions were held on enhancing the university’s capacity in […]
NDP Vision Aligns with MUST Strategic Plan: Opportunities and Challenges for Uganda’s Premier University
Mbarara University of Science and Technology recently convened a crucial meeting to discuss and refine its strategic plan. The event, led by Assoc. Prof. Charles Tushabomwe-Kazooba, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Finance and Administration, together with the University Planning Unit and Administration, brought together key stakeholders from across the university to gain proper insights for effective […]
Strengthening Community Ties: Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika in Mbarara City
In a significant step toward enhancing community collaboration, Vice Chancellor Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika recently embarked on a familiarization tour in Mbarara City. She paid a courtesy call to the District Police Commander (DPC) of Mbarara, the Resident City Commissioner (RCC), and the Commander of the 2nd Division of the UPDF Army. The visit aimed to […]
A milestone for MUST: New Faculty Building unveiled
Today January 21,2025, Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) has officially received the Faculty of Computing and Informatics building from National Enterprise Corporation (NEC Works & Engineering Ltd). This milestone reflects our vision of being a center of academic and professional excellence in science and technology. Led by Eng. Brian Buhanda, the General Manager […]
