12th February 2026 – African economies are increasingly exposed to climate-related shocks that threaten development gains, fiscal sustainability, and macroeconomic stability. From extreme weather events and biodiversity loss to the depletion of natural capital, climate risks are reshaping economic realities across the continent. Yet many macroeconomic frameworks used in public finance and planning continue to...Read More

7th January 2026: Economics, when grounded in lived realities and rigorous evidence, can illuminate why well-intentioned policies sometimes fall short—and how they can be redesigned to work better. This is the guiding principle behind the work of Dr. Aisha Dr.Nanyiti, a development economist whose research combines experimental methods with deep knowledge of local contexts in...Read More

December 18, 2025 – After the successful completion of the examination season, and as the year comes to an end, the afternoon, evening and night hours of 18th December 2025, presented the best opportunity, to staff to reflect on the 2025 College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) achievements in a relaxed environment. The ever-green...Read More

Makerere University has launched a knowledge-sharing platform designed to bridge research, education, and community outreach, with the aim of accelerating innovation and economic development in Uganda. The platform is the outcome of a project led by Prof. Edward Bbaale, which examined how universities can translate research, innovations, and institutional capabilities into tangible impact for communities, businesses,...Read More

18th December 2025   END-OF-YEAR MESSAGE TO STAFF College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) Makerere University   Dear Members of Staff, Dear Partners and Friends of CoBAMS,   As the year 2025 draws to a close, I extend my warmest seasonal greetings and heartfelt appreciation to all members of staff of the College of...Read More

On 4th December 2025, the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Prof. Sarah Ssali launched the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) Working Paper Series, a research product aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Uganda’s 10-fold National Economic Growth Strategy (ATMS), and the Makerere University Strategic Plan.   The Series consists of...Read More