Dr. Mary Goretti Nakabugo’s keynote returned the conversation to Kajubi’s vision: education as a human right and a foundation for responsible citizenship.
Makerere University continues to position itself as a hub for global academic exchange, as demonstrated by the successful hosting of the 2026 Professor William Senteza Kajubi Fulbright Memorial Lecture on 23 April 2026 at the Main Hall.
Now in its fourth edition since the revitalisation of the series in 2022, the Kajubi Lecture has evolved into a platform for institutional collaboration between Makerere and the United States Embassy in Uganda — anchored in the legacy of Professor Kajubi as the first African Fulbright Scholar.
A partnership in purpose
U.S. Ambassador William W. Popp emphasised that the Fulbright Program is a bridge between nations, fostering mutual understanding and long-term cooperation. Through the Advancement and International Office, the College of Education and External Studies aligns with the Embassy to ensure the lecture serves as both an intellectual platform and a diplomatic touchpoint.
Redefining student success
Keynote speaker Dr. Mary Goretti Nakabugo, Executive Director of Uwezo Uganda, urged a return to Kajubi’s foundational belief that education must cultivate values, critical thinking, and civic responsibility — not certificates alone.
“Success should not be measured solely by enrollment or completion rates, but by meaningful outcomes: literacy, competence, retention, and the ability to apply knowledge in real-world contexts.” — Dr. Mary Goretti Nakabugo
Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe noted that education remains one of the most powerful instruments for building bridges between people and cultures, thanking the United States for its continued support of Makerere’s global outlook.
