
Professor Barnabas Nawangwe (R), talks to Charles Mudiwa, the Managing Director of dfcu Bank Limited after the pening of the agreement
HABARI DAILY I Kampala, Uganda I Makerere University and dfcu Bank Limited has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to support the university’s core mandate as Uganda’s premier higher education institution.
The partnership will enhance academic excellence, advance research and innovation capabilities, and provide crucial student support services.
Professor Barnabas Nawangwe, the Makerere UniversityVice Chancellor said that the partnership with dfcu Bank will reinforcetheir core mission of delivering quality higher education.
“Through these partnership, we will undertake key initiatives like the TumusimeMutebile Lecture, the Mak Run, and enhanced student services,” he said.
He said that this will make them better equipped to nurture graduates who will lead Uganda’s socio-economic transformation.
“Makerere University will provide academic expertise, research infrastructure, and student engagement platforms while identifying priority areas for collaboration aligned with national development goals,” he said.
He added that dfcu Bank will contribute financial resources, internship opportunities, guest lecturing services, and practical training programs to enhance the university’s capacity to deliver on its mandate.
The partnership includes provisions for joint research funding, student mentorship programs, and collaborative innovation projects that bridge academic theory with practical application in Uganda’s financial and economic sectors.
Charles Mudiwa, Managing Director of dfcu Bank Limited pointed out that supporting Makerere University’s mandate aligns with their commitment to educational advancement and youth empowerment.
“Through our sponsorship of the TumusimeMutebile Lecture, Mak Run, and various student activities, this partnership will create pathways for students to access financial services, gain practical experience, and contribute meaningfully to national development,” he said.
Implementation Framework
The partnership will focus on three flagship initiatives that embody the collaboration’s commitment to academic excellence and student development.
Under the partnership, dfcu Bank will serve as the co-sponsor of the annual TumusimeMutebilelecture, which will honour the legacy of the late Governor Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile.
The lecture series will feature distinguished speakers addressing critical economic and financial sector topics, strengthening the bridge between academia and industry practice.
Concerning the Mak Run, dfcuwill join other corporate sponsors of this annual event that promotes health, wellness, and community engagement among students, staff, and the broader public.
“This partnership reinforces both institutions’ commitment to holistic student development and community outreach,” said Mudiwa.
He added that they will also provide comprehensive support for various student activities including skills and leadership development programs, academic competitions, cultural events, and co-curricular activities that enhance the overall university experience and prepare students for professional success.
The MoU becomes effective immediately and establishes a renewable framework for sustained collaboration supporting higher education excellence, research advancement, and comprehensive student development.
Makerere University,Dfcu Bank Partner To Enhance Higher Education
Makerere University and dfcu Bank Limited has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to support the university’s core mandate as Uganda’s premier higher education institution.
The partnership will enhance academic excellence, advance research and innovation capabilities, and provide crucial student support services.
Professor Barnabas Nawangwe, the Makerere UniversityVice Chancellor said that the partnership with dfcu Bank will reinforcetheir core mission of delivering quality higher education.
“Through these partnership, we will undertake key initiatives like the TumusimeMutebile Lecture, the Mak Run, and enhanced student services,” he said.
He said that this will make them better equipped to nurture graduates who will lead Uganda’s socio-economic transformation.
“Makerere University will provide academic expertise, research infrastructure, and student engagement platforms while identifying priority areas for collaboration aligned with national development goals,” he said.
He added that dfcu Bank will contribute financial resources, internship opportunities, guest lecturing services, and practical training programs to enhance the university’s capacity to deliver on its mandate.
The partnership includes provisions for joint research funding, student mentorship programs, and collaborative innovation projects that bridge academic theory with practical application in Uganda’s financial and economic sectors.
Charles Mudiwa, Managing Director of dfcu Bank Limited pointed out that supporting Makerere University’s mandate aligns with their commitment to educational advancement and youth empowerment.
“Through our sponsorship of the TumusimeMutebile Lecture, Mak Run, and various student activities, this partnership will create pathways for students to access financial services, gain practical experience, and contribute meaningfully to national development,” he said.
Implementation Framework
The partnership will focus on three flagship initiatives that embody the collaboration’s commitment to academic excellence and student development.
Under the partnership, dfcu Bank will serve as the co-sponsor of the annual TumusimeMutebilelecture, which will honour the legacy of the late Governor Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile.
The lecture series will feature distinguished speakers addressing critical economic and financial sector topics, strengthening the bridge between academia and industry practice.
Concerning the Mak Run, dfcuwill join other corporate sponsors of this annual event that promotes health, wellness, and community engagement among students, staff, and the broader public.
“This partnership reinforces both institutions’ commitment to holistic student development and community outreach,” said Mudiwa.
He added that they will also provide comprehensive support for various student activities including skills and leadership development programs, academic competitions, cultural events, and co-curricular activities that enhance the overall university experience and prepare students for professional success.
The MoU becomes effective immediately and establishes a renewable framework for sustained collaboration supporting higher education excellence, research advancement, and comprehensive student development.