Mbale, Uganda
Joined August 2014
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Today I had the opportunity to meet Hon. @ZambaaliBulasio at the graduation of my S.2 deskmate at Mubanda SS Rev Can Eric Bwanika. He whispered to me that in parliament there are many slots for people like me. @pwatchug @Busitema1
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University of the Free State (UFS) Pharmacology of traditional medicine expert, Prof Motlalepula Matsabisa, has been appointed to an independent Steering Committee from the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) that will guide the implementation of the first phase of the encompassing African Bio-Innovation Institute (ABII).
Prof Matsabisa, Research Director of the African Medicines Innovations and Technologies Development (AMITD) Platform at UFS, is one of 11 members appointed to the committee by the DSTI. The committee brings together expertise from across the research and innovation sector. Eight members are drawn from universities and science councils, while the industry, Small, Medium and Micro Enterprise (SMME), and traditional healing sectors are each represented by one member.
Read more: ufsweb.co/4s0SZAJ
#KnowledgeForChange #LeadingWithImpact #TransformingTomorrow
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Attended the closing session of the 23rd STS Forum in Kyoto after three remarkable days of learning and global dialogue. One message has resonated: in the age of AI, humanity’s next frontier will be shaped not only by technological capability, but by our capacity to build trust, cooperate across borders and ensure that innovation serves all humankind. Uganda and Africa must be active co-creators of this future. #STSForum2026 #AI #ScienceDiplomacy #Innovation
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Congratulations to Dr. Medard Twinamatsiko on his promotion to Associate Professor of Natural Resource Governance and Policy Management at @MbararaUST.
We celebrate his contributions to research and his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.
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I was delighted to take part in the medical camp at @Bamutakudde1 organised by @NewtonAllan6 and partners . I shared with members the TAZCOV syrup a syrup for all respiratory tract infections which was developed and produced from @BusitemaUniv @bunapric @STIsecretariat @ProfPaulWaako @Saphinabiira @sobakiro @gavayahya @Kiyimbakennedy and underwent clinical trials at @Lung_Institute .
The chairman Mr @SolomonSerwanjj appreciated the wonderful drug and took a sample hopefully he will give feedback. I was generally impressed with the way he relates with the community members.
I appreciate the organizers and partnering institutions for this initiative
All the roads are heading to Soroti City for to participate in the 4th BUSTIS 2026! This is not a mere symposium but an interactive academic platform where scientists, policy makers and industry practitioners meet to exchange ideas about innovations for sustainable development!!
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We from @BusitemaUniv @bunapric Congratulate Dr @Kiyimbakennedy for graduating with a PhD in Molecular Pharmacology of the University of Nairobi, Kenya.
@ProfPaulWaako @Saphinabiira @sobakiro @gavayahya
Today I had the honor to represent my Vice Chancellor, @ProfPaulWaako at the Special Convocation Ceremony of the National Forensic Science University. Busitema University @Busitema1 is in advanced stages of developing a MSc. in Forensic Science in collaboration with UPF!
I look forward to this discussion
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I am elated to share that @Busitema1 has officially commenced this program for our students. Looking forward to successful project implementation @ProfPaulWaako @Saphinabiira @bunapric @DrMusenero @WilliamBazeyo
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Prof. Motlalepula Matsabisa wins Prestigious Hamilton Naki Award | NaPRiC
Congratulations our Visiting Professor at Busitema University and NaPRiC is proud to associate with you bunapric.busitema.ac.ug/node…
I am participating in the 59th SASBCP @UFSweb South Africa under the theme Inclusivity, Innovation and internationalization for integrative medicine. I have shared about our work @Busitema1 and @bunapric particularly on moving a natural product to the clinic.
Busitema University Natural Products Research and Innovation @bunapric represented by Dr Kiyimba Kennedy is part of the Ugandan Team participating in a business meeting trip to South Korea. Thanks @STIsecretariat for the linkages and financial support ! #TAZCOV—To-The World##
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The STI Secretariat, led by the Hon. Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe Akiiki, is this afternoon engaging the Ministry of Health, led by Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, together with leadership and technical teams, in a consultative meeting on advancing Uganda’s Pathogen Economy through coordinated research, innovation, manufacturing and market adoption.
The engagement is exploring the establishment of a joint technical working group, a national Pathogen Economy priority and product pipeline, and a common research-to-procurement framework informed by disease burden, imports, procurement needs and industrial opportunities.
The teams are also considering the mapping of infrastructure, datasets and expertise, addressing institution-specific R&D and innovation challenges, and establishing a coordinated implementation framework with clear timelines and quarterly ministerial reporting.
The shared direction is to translate Ugandan health research into locally manufactured products, stronger national health capability and economic value.
#STIUganda #STIWorks
It was a joyous day witnessing the wedding of my friends Alex and Ronnie! But Ronnie and his dancing was unmatched. Congratulations and I wish them a happy marriage
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Kindly give us that feedback about Tazcov in about 5 minutes.
Many thanks
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The engagement between the STI Secretariat and the Uganda Vice Chancellors’ Forum welcomed the proposed National Inter-University Collaboration Programme, while calling for its further refinement to respond more deliberately to Uganda’s national priorities and the needs of the wider STI and industrial ecosystem.
The Hon. Minister emphasized that the proposed staff mobility should not remain confined to universities, but should extend into industries and manufacturing ecosystems to deepen the academia–industry interface. The same approach should guide PhD production and retention, ensuring that advanced training responds to the capabilities Uganda and its industries actually require. He further encouraged UVCF to become a regular strategic convening partner within the STI ecosystem while maintaining its independence to advise.
Universities were also challenged to identify distinct national capabilities aligned with the ATMs, clearly demonstrating what each institution does best, the facilities available, and the teams capable of delivering that expertise.
On strengthening domestic economic value, the Hon. Minister emphasized the discipline of keeping money circulating within Uganda’s economy:
“Why buy a UGX 12 million phone in Saudi Arabia when you can buy it on Kampala Road and keep that money circulating within our economy?” Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe Akiiki was quoted.
The Hon. Minister further underscored the urgency of translating knowledge and research into technologies, products and economic value:
“What we do not have is time to waste. Curiosity must become an idea; an idea must become a technology; and technology must translate into products that drive socio-economic transformation and national pride.” Hon. Minister was quoted.
These interventions form part of strengthening academia’s contribution to Uganda’s development methodology and the pathway towards the country’s US$500 billion economy ambition by 2040.
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