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As the week comes to a close, MUST celebrates its students’ outstanding performance at the Hackathon. INFINI8 emerged 1st runners-up, while Code Elite finished 2nd runners-up.
Congratulations to our innovators for turning data into impact! 🌱
#MUST #Innovation #SuccedWeMust
Turning agricultural data into impact!
MUBS, in collaboration with Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), hosted the Agricultural Data Science & Innovation Hackathon, featuring teams Agrokanda, Menta’s, Flux Data etc driving data-powered solutions for agriculture.
MUST Vice Chancellor, Prof. Pauline Byakika-Kibwika, visited MUBS Principal, Prof. Moses Muhwezi, alongside FCI Dean, Dr. Kaggwa Fred, to discuss shared interests and explore institutional collaboration.
#MUST #MUBS #HigherEducation #InstitutionalCollaboration
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From MUST to Budapest
@MbararaUST Civil Engineering student Adam Katongole has taken his AI-powered education venture, Walimu Academy, to the global stage, emerging among the Top 3 Grand Finalists in the 2026 IEEE Region 8 Entrepreneurship Competition. Building on his Best Junior Researcher Award at MUST, his innovation is already reaching 450+ learners across Uganda.
MUST welcomes Thomas Marentette of the University of Notre Dame, awarded a Fulbright Specialist grant to support teaching and training in Computing and ICT.
The partnership strengthens international academic exchange, knowledge sharing and collaboration
Reminder Call for Papers!
MUST still invites researchers to submit original work to the Journal of Science, Management and Community Transformation (JSMCT).
Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
No publication fees.
For more information;
must.ac.ug/announcement/call…
Yesterday, Heads of Departments and Coordinators came together to share updates, plans and priorities across their units. Much was discussed, and clear results are expected. Progress is evident, but there is still much to do as we work together to move the Faculty forward.
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MUST Makes Historic Debut in Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) has entered the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for the first time, featuring in the 2027 edition.
Click the link below to read more
must.ac.ug/must-makes-histor…
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MUST Budget Conference FY 2027/28 is underway at the FAST Auditorium, Kihumuro Campus.
Under the theme “Prioritizing Resources for Impactful Science and Technology Education: Aligning the FY 2027/28 Budget to NDP IV and the University Strategic Plan,” the conference brings together university leadership and key stakeholders to reflect on the institution’s budget performance, national development priorities and resource needs for the coming financial year.
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Stakeholder engagement is key to our growth. Today, @MbararaUST hosts its FY 2027/2028 Budget Conference at the Kihumuro Main Campus Auditorium 1.
Looking forward to an impactful day as we map out the future of MUST.
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Shining a spotlight on innovation and standards!
During the discussions, the Faculty of Computing and Informatics truly stood out for its proactive approach in embracing quality assurance at MUST. The Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Informatics, Dr. Fred Kaggwa, stood out for the lifetime quality assurance award of 2026.
The Faculty Registrar, Maama Katie Imanirampa, was recognised for the implementation of QA in the Faculty.
By championing open department-by-faculty dialogues and driving tech-forward engagement, they are setting a stellar example for the rest of the institution on our journey from systems to true excellence!
Call for Papers!
The MUST Journal invites researchers, academics, and scholars to submit original research for publication. The initiative was highlighted by Dr. Kimera and colleagues, encouraging the MUST community to share knowledge and research that drives impact.
@MbararaUST
Congratulations to Assoc. Prof. Angella Musimenta upon her appointment as Faculty Representative to the University Senate, representing the Faculty of Computing and Informatics.
Appointed for a three-year term, All the very best.
Succeed We MUST
@MbararaUST @MUCOSAMUST
Emerging technologies are shaping a smarter, more innovative future. In this MUST Quality Voice, Stanley Guma, Class President, BSE III, shares how ML, AI and Blockchain can drive digital transformation.
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As MUST marks Quality Assurance Week 2026, Dr. Fred Kaggwa, Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Informatics, highlights the importance of responsible digital innovation that prioritises security, accountability and meaningful solutions to society’s needs.
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@MbararaUST announces that its 33rd Graduation Ceremony has been rescheduled from Saturday, 31 October to Thursday, 29 October 2026 due to the National Cleaning Day.
All graduates and stakeholders are advised to take note of the new date.
#33rdMUSTGrad
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#MUSTLibraryWeek26 starts today. The doors are officially open! Join us starting today at the City Campus Library to discover how e-resources and emerging technologies can transform your academic journey.
Head over now, interact with the library experts, and set up your research tools.
On 2 Sept. 2026, MUST hosted delegates from the U.S. Embassy in Uganda for strategic talks on research, academic exchange and innovation.
Key focus: strengthening the American Corner at MUST and expanding Fulbright opportunities for MUST students and the faculty.
The year ones were also guided through the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and the use of their University Email.
The session equipped students with essential digital tools to support their learning, communication, and academic journey at the University
