MCF Scholars Directory 2015

SCHOLARS DIRECTORY 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 2

2.0 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES 10

3.0 COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES 24

4.0 COLLEGE OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SCIENCE 31

5.0 COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES 35

6.0 COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES 39

7.0 COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE, ANIMAL RESOURCES

AND BIOSECURITY 43

8.0 COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING DESIGN, ART AND TECHNOLOGY 45

9.0 COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND EXTERNAL STUDIES 49

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1.0 COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Lunyolo Tabitha is the second born of 3 children. Her father separated from her mother and both parents abandoned them after their father set the family house on fire leaving Tabitha and her siblings at the mercy of relatives and well-wishers. It is Tabitha’s cousin brother Mr. Peter Mangara who is also her guardian and is a peasant farmer in Manafwa district that has with the support of other relatives brought her up. Tabitha received a scholarship from FAWE Uganda and managed to study at Makerere College School where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examinations in History, Economics and Divinity and scored 15 points and was admitted to do a Bachelor of Development Studies at Makerere University.

Tabitha wants to become a development worker who will make contributiontowards the development of her community. In addition, she wants to engage in charity work where she will give support to the needy people.

Name: Lunyolo TabithaStudent Number: 214003838Registration Number: 14/U/8739/PS Date of Birth: 22nd November 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: ManafwaProgramme: Bachelor of Development StudiesCollege: College of Humanities and Social SciencesHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 755 264 669


Akinyi Clare Muga is the second born out of 5 children. She lost her mother when she was only 8 years old and since then it is her father Mr. Arthur Muga that has raised her and her siblings For Mr. Muga being both a father and mother has not been easy especially in raising five children single handedly.

Clare attended Trinity College Nabbingo for her Uganda Certificate of Education and Iganga Secondary School for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education. She studied History, Economics and Literature. Clare loves writing, reading novels, and debating. She loves children and spending time with them rejuvenates her soul. She aspires to become a Child Psychologist and a motivational speaker so that she can impact positively on the lives of others. She says with the MCFSP, the sky is the limit for her.

Name: Akinyi Clare MugaStudent Number: 214002497Registration Number: 14/U/4763/PS Date of Birth: 22nd May 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KapchorwaProgramme: Bachelor of Community PsychologyColleges: College of Humanities and Social SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 755 264 669

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Kiwala Hope is the sixth born out of eight children. Out of the five sibling before her, only one is a university graduate, the rest dropped out of school. This is not surprising because, Hope’s father is a drunkard and does not value his children’s education. Hope’s mother does her best to cater for the family’s immediate needs especially food, shelter and clothing. It is this state of affair that Hope focused on her education at Baptist High School Kitebi for her Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education where she studied History, Literature and Divinity and scored 17 points to achieve her first dream of joining Makerere University, the best University in East Africa.

Her second dream is to be a professional counselor in the next five years so that she can be able to extend psychosocial support to thousands of children and youth in Uganda. Without a doubt, she is grateful to The MasterCard Foundation through The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program for the scholarship that will enable her dreams become a reality.

Name: Kiwala HopeStudent Number: 214012706Registration Number: 14/U/8092/EVE Date of Birth: 14th April 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: IgangaProgramme: Bachelor of Community PsychologyColleges: College of Humanities and Social SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 704 649012


Namagambo Christine is the second born out of five children. In 2000, her parents separated and since then, she has been raised by a single parent- her mother. Her life and education journey has been filled with hardship and hopelessness, but this did no weigh her down, if anything, it provided her with the motivation to rise above all the hardships and challenges at every stage of her life and education right from her Priimary Leaving Education to Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education where she studied History, Entrepreneurship, Divinity and ICT and she scored 15 points. This score is likened to an early christmas gift especially for a rural girls whose previous score at Primary Leaving Education of 16 aggregates and Uganda Certificate of Education score of 45 aggregate was very poor

Christine always dreamt of obtaining undergraduate education and this dream came true when she was admitted for the Bachelor of Community Psychology at Makerere University. Her career aspiration is to become a Counselor and she plans to form a foundation that will be called ‘CHRISTINE- TINA’S FOUNDATION’. TINA meaning’ This Is New Africa which will cater for children between 4 to 13 years who are infected with HIV/AIDs, Orphans and the helpless. She wants to make a contribution towards a free HIV/AIDS generation.

Name: Namagambo ChristineStudent Number: 214009604Registration Number: 14/U/11827/PS Date of Birth: 22nd August 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: ButambalaProgramme: Bachelor of Community PsychologyColleges: College of Humanities and Social SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 774 014255

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Nyamwiza Shakira Evaline is the fifth born out of seven children. Her mother abandoned them when she divorced their father. Her father has raised them and done his best within his means to provide them a modest living and education. Shakira attended Boston High School Mpala for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education where she studied History, Entrepreneurship, Divinity and ICT. Shakira was the head girl at Boston High School and was given a certificate of merit because of her excellent performance. She was also the Treasurer of Scripture Union and the founder of Interact Club at Boston High School. Her career goal is to attain a first class degree in Bachelor of Development Studies.

Her future plan is to elevate the standards of living of her family. Shakira wants to become a Politician. She believes that this will give her the opportunity to influence decisions on the development of her community. She is particularly passionate about empowering women of her community through political participation.

Name: Nyamwiza Shakira EvalineStudent Number: 214018547Registration Number: 14/U/13631/EVEDate of Birth: 18th September 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: IbandaProgramme: Bachelor of Development StudiesColleges: College of Humanities and Social SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 754 090060


Anenocan Lisa is the third and last born in the family. She is from Gulu district that is located in the northern region of Uganda. Due to the insurgency in the north and the abduction of her two siblings by the Lords Resistance Army (LRA) rebels, Lisa’s father made a decision to transfer her from the school in Gulu to Kampala. She attended St. Mary’s Secondary School Kitende where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education offering History, Economics, Literature and Sub-Math. She scored a total of 18 points.

When Lisa was in primary school, she got the opportunity to present in Mega FM, a famous radio station in Gulu district.. This was a turning point in her life and from that point, she knew exactly what she wanted to become in life – a Journalist. She believes that the MCF Scholars Program at Makerere University has given her the opportunity to pursue her career dream. Lisa would love to set up a radio station because for development to occur in any community there is need for people to be informed.

Name: Anenocan LisaStudent Number: 214014146Registration Number: 14/U/5098/EVEDate of Birth: 10th March 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: GuluProgramme: Bachelor of Journalism and Mass CommunicationColleges: College of Humanities and Social SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 782 696400

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Akello Agatha is the first born out of three children in the family. For Agatha her story is one of blessings despite the financial difficulties in the family. Agatha is from Kangole Village in Napak district, fortunately in Kangole Village, there is a Convent of the Comboni Sisters where she used to slash and clean. The Comboni Sisters were touched by Agatha’s good deeds and they offered to support her ordinary level education. Fortunately, Father Aldo sponsored her at Wanyange Girls where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in History, Economics, Divinity and Sub-math and she scored 14 points.

While at secondary school, Agatha was the Chairperson of the Debating Club and the Minister for Women Affairs. During her senior six vacation, she volunteered with Uganda Red Cross Society. She was also able to attend a workshop organized by Uganda Change Agent Association on health, education and community socialization. Her career dream is to become a Social worker and also a Business Woman because this will enable her to work with the community and as well as make contribution towards economic development.

Name: Akello AgathaStudent Number: 214002158Registration Number: 14/U/4717/PSDate of Birth: 31st december 1992 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: NapakProgramme: Bachelor of Arts in social sciencesColleges: College of Humanities and Social SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 771434001


Dukuze Monica is the third born out of four children in the family. Her father is a primary school teacher and even in the face of financial difficulties of raising school fees, Monica’s father did not deny them education. He supplemented his income with farming and liquidated most of the family assets to take his children to school. Monica was on the cue waiting for her older siblings to complete school before her father supports her university education.

Monica attended St. Gertrude Girls Vocational School Mutolere in Kisoro District for both Uganda Certificate of Education and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education. She was on the Uganda Universal Secondary School Program. She studied History, Literature, Divinity and ICT and scored 15 points. Monica has been admitted for the Bachelor of Ethics and Human Rights at Makerere University. After her undergraduate studies, she wants to proceed for a Masters Degree in Human Rights and become a Human Rights Advocate and a voice for the voiceless in her Community.

Name: Dukuze MonicaStudent Number: 214008233Registration Number: 14/U/6147/PSDate of Birth: 28th July 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KisoroProgramme: Bachelor of Arts in Ethics and Human RightsColleges: College of Humanities and Social SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 789 656256

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2.0 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

Mukyala Magret is the fourth born out of seven children. Magret’s education has been a concerted effort from her family, but her mother perhaps takes the most credit because she managed to convince the school authorities to accept a barter trade: where she would make bricks and collect firewood in exchange for school fees for her daughter who attended St. Kalemba Secondary School in Kayunga District where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in History, Economics and Literature and scored 17 points.

Magret was a member of the Debating and Writers Club and Junior Achievers Club. Her role model is Hon Rebecca Kadaga Alitwala, the Speaker of the Uganda Parliament because she has held a number of high profile positions and played a leading role in women’s empowerment activities at national and international levels. Magret wants to be a Development Worker, working with Community Based Organizations. She wants to be a role model for the girls in her community.

Name: Mukyala Magret Student Number: 214006259Registration Number: 14/U/9829/PS Date of Birth: 5th September 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KamuliProgramme: Bachelor of Arts in Development EconomicsColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 782 367519


Akiteng Janet is the last born in the family of seven children. Out of the seven children only 3 children her inclusive have managed to come this far in education. Her brother Arua Janan aged 26 is at Mbarara University of Science and Technology on a State House Scholarship, her sister Guto Marther is at Uganda College of Commerce, Kabale on government scholarship and she has been admitted for the Bachelor of Business Administration with support from The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program. Janet attended Pallisa Secondary School where she sat for the Uganda Certificate of Education and joined Rock High School in Tororo District for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education. she studied History, Economics, Divinity and Entrepreneurship and scored 21 points in 2012. Because of financial difficulties, her father was unable to even raise funds to buy the PUJAB Forms and that is how she missed out onf government scholarship. But this did not make her lose hope. She sat out of school for a whole year making tea in a tea shop in Pallisa trading centre and it was during this period that she came across a poster advertising The MCFSP.

Janet’s career goal is to become a successful entrepreneur/business woman and use part of her wealth to advocate and support the education of the girl-child.

Name: Akiteng JanetStudent Number: 214006243Registration Number: 14/U/4773/PSDate of Birth: 28th June 1993 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: PallisaProgramme: Bachelor of Business AdministrationColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 776 261915


Banaga Mackline is the first born out of six children. Her father is a taxi driver and he has sacrificed to educate his children in good schools. A senior drop out, Mackline’s father is determined to educate his children and he is fortunate that his children are bright and this explains why Mackline received a scholarship at Namirembe Hillside High school where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Physics, Economics and Mathematics and scored 16 points.

Mackline has been admitted for the Bachelor of Quantitative Economics and is looking at a career as an Economic Planner with the United Nations.

Name: Banaga MacklineStudent Number: 214012225Registration Number: 14/U/3946/PSDate of Birth: 25th June 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: BushenyiProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Quantitative EconomicsColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 706 654579


Nankinga Stella Maliza is the second born out of four children, but she considers herself the third born because her father is looking after two other cousins, one of whom is older than her and she consider them as her siblings. Because of the number of school going children the burden of school fees is very high for Stella’s father but he is made every effort to see his children and other dependents attend school. Stella attended Trinity College Nabbingo where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificated of Education examinations in History, Economics, Entrepreneurship and ICT and scored 16 points.

She has been admitted for the Bachelor of Business Administration at Makerere University. Stella wants to become an International Entrepreneur.

Name: Nankinga Stella MalizaStudent Number: 214004793Registration Number: 14/U/12579/PSDate of Birth: 6th January 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: WakisoProgramme: Bachelor of Business AdministrationCollege: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 702 848704


Ahumuza Dinah is the third born out of four children. Her father was a Pilot Trainee with the Uganda Peoples’s Defence Forces but he is deceased and Dinah and her three siblings are being raised by their mother as a single parent. The family is experiencing financial challenges especially for the basic needs, but Dinah’s mother is very disciplined and hardworking; despite her level of education she has managed to educate Dinah who went to Nabisunsa Girl’s Secondary School in Kampala for both Uganda Certificate of Education and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education. She studied Physics, Economics and Mathematics and scored 15 points.

Dinah’s career goal is to become a successful auditor, globally competitive for national and continental development. Dinah has volunteered to mentor the secondary school girls around her community.

Name: Ahumuza DinahStudent Number: 214004912Registration Number: 14/U/4486/PSDate of Birth: 17th November 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: WakisoProgramme: Bachelor of CommerceCollege: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 759959070


Nabulega Sandra is the last born in a family of four children. Her mother died when she was only three years old, but this was just the beginning of tragedy in their house hold, her father also passed on when she was in primary five. A few years down the road her uncle who was also their guardian died and life was unbearable. Sandra’s sister Namayalo Sherinah was forced to drop out of school and care for her siblings.

Sandra attended Kisozi High School for ordinary level and St Marks College Namagoma for advanced level where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Physics, Economics and Mathematics in 2013 and scored 15 points. She has been admitted for the Bachelor of Statistics at Makerere University. Sandra wants to work hard at the university such that she can be a role model to the girls and boys in her community. She wants to become a Statistician and her dream is to work with Uganda Revenue Authority. In addition, she wants to engage in charity work where she will provide financial support to the youth for their education.

Name: Nabulega SandraStudent Number: 214016913Registration Number: 14/U/10710/PSDate of Birth: 14th April 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: WakisoProgramme: Bachelor of StatisticsColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 759125462


Buteme Dorah is the first born out of five children. Her father was the main bread winner of the family until he lost his job. Currently, it is her mother who is the bread winner and caring for the entire family needs, fortunately, they do not have to worry about rent because there father built a permanent house on a three acre plot where they grow some crops for food.

Dorah attended Our Lady of Good Counsel, Gayaza for Uganda Certificate of Education and joined Mengo Secondary School for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education. She studied Physics, Economics and Mathematics and scored 15 points. She wants to become a Planner and work with Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. Dorah is inspired by Rebecca Kadagga, the Speaker of Uganda Parliament at national level and Oprah Winfrey at the international level.

Name: Buteme DorahStudent Number: 214004421Registration Number: 14/U/5379/PSDate of Birth: 23rd December 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: ManafwaProgramme: Bachelor of StatisticsColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 771 402637


Nabukenya Jackline is the first born out of three children in the family. Her parents separated in 1996 before she even started her Nursery School. Because she was still young, Jackline lived with her mother, unfortunately the mothers illness necessitated that Jackline had to live with her father. Even the father became sick; he was diagnosed with HIV/AIDs and he passed on in 2001. Jackline dropped out of school for a while because there was no one to pay her school fees, the situation was not made any better as she was taken to leave with her grandmother in Nsaggu Village in Wakiso district. Fortunately, in 2002, her mother came back after identifying an organization that supported her primary leaving education. From this point forward, Jackline has been supported by her family and scholarship organizations where she was able to attend Buloba High School in Wakiso District for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education. She was sponsored by Mitchell HEYWARD, a charity organization in Uganda. She studied Mathematics, Economics and Geography and she scored 15 points.

Jackline is admitted for Bachelor of Business Administration and she wants to specialize in Accounting and Finance. she wants to work with Bank of Uganda. After school, Jackline wants to improve the standard of living of her family and engage in charity work, providing support to the needy in her community and beyond.

Name: Nabukenya JacklineStudent Number: 214009484Registration Number: 14/U/10694/PSDate of Birth: 24th March 1992 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: WakisoProgramme: Bachelor of Business AdministrationColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 706 151986


Biwaga Agnes is the last born in the family of six children. Her parents are struggling to educate Agnes and the extended family members (nine cousins) who live with them. Although, they live in a family owned house, it is situated in the swampy area of Kalerwe, the house is on a 30X20 plot accommodating about 15 family members. Despite, this challenge, Agne’s , father managed to educate her. She attended Gayaza Road Secondary School where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Physics, Economics and Mathematics in 2013 and scored 15 points. She has been admitted to Makerere University for Bachelor of Statistics and her career goal is to become a great Statistician and work with the United Nations.

Name: Biwaga AgnesStudent Number: 214019543Registration Number: 14/U/5757/PSDate of Birth: 17th November 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: NakasekeProgramme: Bachelor of StatisticsColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 753 035674


Ayikoru Robinah is the first born out of two children. Both parents are deceased and it her grand father Mr. John Odonga who is caring for her and her sister. But her aunt is also contributing to their education and welfare. Robinah went to Talent’s College Mukono where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Mathematics, Economics and Geography and scored 14 points. She received a Scholarship for her secondary school from MIPA. While in her secondary school, she served as the Treasurer, Scripture Union and Entertainments Prefect. During her senior six vacations, she volunteered to work with her aunt in making snacks and jewelry. Her role model is Joyce Meyer, the charismatic Christian author and speaker because of the way she communicates to her congregation. Robinah wants to become a Business Woman and own a successful business. She wants to specialize in fashion and design for children. In addition, she wants to contribute to charitable organizations and participate in supporting the street children in Uganda.

Name: Ayikoru RobinahStudent Number: 214016112Registration Number: 14/U/3769/EVEDate of Birth: 28th May 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: AruaProgramme: Bachelor of CommerceColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 778 221338


Aanyu Frances is the first born in a family of three children. She went to Tororo Girls Secondary School where she completed Uganda Certificate of Education and joined Iganga Girls Secondary School for her Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education and scored 17 points. She studied Literature, Economics and Divinity. While at secondary school, she participated in music, dance and drama. She held various leadership positions for example; she was the Treasurer for the Red Cross Youth Link, General Secretary for the True Love Waits Club under the family life network and an Editor and News Compiler for the Journalism Club. Frances underwent two years training in entrepreneurship under the Educate Club and a three weeks training in patriotism. Achieving a Bachelor’s Degree in Development Economics at Makerere University with holistic support from The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program will not only enable Frances to pursue her dream and change her family status but will also empower her to change lives of women in her community.

Name: Aanyu FrancesStudent Number: 214002491Registration Number: 14/U/4142/PSDate of Birth: 17th July 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KatakwiProgramme: Bachelor of Arts in Development EconomicsColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 787 437878


Amoding Barbara Winnie is the second born out of nine children in the family. Her father is the sole bread winner in the family and despite the financial burden of educating all his nine children, she has not given up hope as in engages in just about all business that will earn him an income to see his children have a better future.

Barbara attended Trinity College Nabbingo for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education where she studied History, Economics, Entrepreneurship and Sub-math and scored 14 points. While at secondary school, she participated in sports and making liquid soap. Her career goal is to get a first class degree in Business Administration and further her education to become a professional chartered Accountant. Besides getting a job in her career, Barbara wants to volunteer in training the people of her community on entrepreneurship and profitable investments. In future, she wants to set up a cooperative society to facilitate farmers in negotiating better prices and access market for their produce.

Name: Amoding Barbara WinnieStudent Number: 214004773Registration Number: 14/U/4973/EVEDate of Birth: 13th December 1993 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KumiProgramme: Bachelor of Business AdministrationColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 759 647773


Kambabazi Immaculate is the fifth born out of six children in the family. Her father is a retired Nurse and his highest education is Diploma in Nursing. From his meagre pay, he struggled to educate his children, Immaculate inclusive who attended Kabowa High School in Wakiso district for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education. She studied Economics, Mathematics, Fine Art and Computer and scored 15 points. While at secondary school, she participated in sports particularly net ball. Receiving higher education will enable Immaculate not only to pursue a career as an Economist and a Planner but will also open more opportunities towards her contribution to the development of the country.

Name: Kambabazi ImmaculateStudent Number: 214014907Registration Number: 14/U/6990/EVEDate of Birth: 8th December 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KisoroProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Quantitative EconomicsColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 759 647773


Ochieng Geofry Ariong is the second born out of nine children in the family. His father is a Security Guard earning a meagre salary and yet he has nine children to care for. Geofry is from Tororo district and his education journey has been extremely difficult because his father could not afford school fees on time. At 22 years, he is supposed to have graduated from the University but yet he is a freshman. This lends credence to how he had to sit at home as his father figured out where to get the children school fees, fortunately for him because of his excellent academic performance, he received a bursary from East High School where he sat for his Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education offering History, Economics, Divinity and Sub-math and scored 17 points.

While at East High School, he was appointed the Chairperson of Christian Community, Head of Scripture Union and Chairperson of the History. During his senior six vacation, he volunteered to work with the Youth Patron Grace Mayanja in running her business as a cashier, as well as helping one of the church members in running her mobile money shop. He also took part in the Padhola Youth Mission to Pallisa in the East where he walked door to door talking to people about alcoholism and its effects. He was successful for the MCF Scholarship and was elected as the Chairperson of the MCF Scholars at Makerere University. Because of his exemplary performance at East High School, Geofrey was appointed as a Mentor to the MCF Scholars at Brac - Uganda. Geofrey’s dream is to form an organization “African Transformers Foundation” in order to help the young poor Africans to overcome the deep rooted poverty, selfishness and greed for power.

Name: Ochieng Geofrey AriongStudent Number: 214012777Registration Number: 14/U/13758/EVEDate of Birth: 7th July 1992 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: TororoProgramme: Bachelor of Arts in Development EconomicsColleges: College of Business and Management SciencesHall of Residence: LumumbaPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 703 292227


Name: Nakibuule CatherineStudent Number: 214004843Registration Number: 14/U/11362/PSDate of Birth: 8th February 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: WakisoProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Biomedical SciencesColleges: College of Health SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 757 028673

3.0 COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Nakibuule Catherine is the second born out of three children. Her father is a single parent who takes care of their education and welfare since their mother died in 2002. From 2002-2009, Catherine’s father engaged in the business of selling tomatoes, but the risks were too high, and he opted to be a truck driver and earns a salary that he uses to educate his children.

Catherine attended Trinity College Nabbingo for her Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education where she studied Chemistry, Biology, Foods and Nutrition and Sub-math and scored 15 points. She has been admitted for the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences which is a foundation for her career dream. Her dream is to become a Medical Doctor as well as a Researcher. She wants to work harder than before because The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program is providing her with whatever she needs as a student. She wants to work in the hospital to save lives particularly serving the unprivileged community.


Nakabugo Elizabeth is the third born out of seven children. She attendedRubaga Girls School where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Biology, Chemistry, Food and Nutrition and Sub-math and scored 15 points. At Rubaga Girls School, she served as a Liturgy Prefect .Elizabeht has been admitted for the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical sciences This programme is in line with her career dream to become a Medical Doctor. Elizabeth looks forward to the day when she will begin saving lives as a Medical Doctor. She is determined to make good use of the opportunity given to her by The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program.

Name: Nakabugo ElizabethStudent Number: 214007420Registration Number: 14/U/10996/PSDate of Birth: 24th April 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: WakisoProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Biomedical SciencesColleges: College of Health SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 704 358961


Nankinga Brenda is the second born out of five children. Brenda’s father had a successful business and rental units and he easily afforded to pay for his children’s education. Unfortunately his failure to pay a bank loan led to collapse of the family business and sale of the rental units to recover money he owed the Bank. The collapse of the family business and losing the rental units led Brenda’s father into depression and mental instability to date. With no income to the family, life for the family is punctuated with hardship, but Brenda has been hopeful and focused on excelling academically and indeed while at Makerere College School where she sat for her Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education, Brenda scored 17 points.

She has been admitted at Makerere University offering Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. Brenda wants to specialize in forensic science where she can use the latest DNA profiling and forensic techniques to determine the exact cause of death so that it can be minimized for the next patients especially if it was from a tissue reaction.

Name: Nankinga BrendaStudent Number: 214003971Registration Number: 14/U/12573/PSDate of Birth: 2nd July 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: LuweeroProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Biomedical SciencesColleges: College of Health SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 778 045457


Emaru Emmanuel is the second born out of eight children. His father is the pillar of the family and he has taken care of them and values education. For his Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education, he attended St. Peters College Tororo and he was supported by FAWE-U. He considers the MCF scholarship as a great opportunity that will bring about remarkable transformation in him and his community. He chose to study Bachelor of Science in Nursing because he has always yearned to be in a medical setting where he is involved in saving people’s lives. He developed this inspiration from a scene in the hospital where patients were neglected and some had taken days without treatment because of few medical personnel. His dream is to become a professional medical worker in any part of the world. With the MCF scholarship opportunity, Emmanuel is confident that his dream will be fulfilled and he will be of great purpose to the community.

Name: Emaru EmmanuelStudent Number: 214003786Registration Number: 14/U/6226/PSDate of Birth: 15th August 1995 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: AmuriaProgramme: Bachelor of Science in NursingColleges: College of Health SciencesHall of Residence: University HallPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 777 291047


Gai David is the first born out of eight children in the family. He is an international student from South Sudan. David studied at Seeta High School for his Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education and scored 16 points. He has been admitted to Makerere Univesity and is studying Bachelor of Nursing. His career aspiration is to become a Nurse and work in one of the hospitals in his country (South Sudan) to save lives. He also aspires to become the Minister of Health where he will have the opportunity to improve on health policies of his country. After gaining some experience in the field as a Nurse, David wants to further his education in Human Medicine and Surgery. He believes that The MCF Scholars Program will make his dreams to become true and he is blessed to be part of this most exciting Program.

Name: Gai DavidStudent Number: 214020708Registration Number: 14/X/22295/PSDate of Birth: 1st December 1988 Sex: MaleNationality: South SudaneseDistrict of origin: Bor, South SudanProgramme: Bachelor of Science in NursingColleges: College of Health SciencesHall of Residence: NkurumahPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 758 229800


Abacha Isaac Sonne is the sixth and last born in the family. His father was a UPDF Solider but he is deceased. He was sponsored by Emmaus Foundation throughout his secondary school. This support enabled him to study at Bishop Cipriano Kihangire Secondary School where he sat for his Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education and scored 17 points. While at his school, he served as an altar boy in the Catholic Church. He believes The MCF Scholars Program has enabled him to access university education. He sees himself as a successful Pharmacist in Uganda after his undergraduate education.

Name: Abacha Isaac SonneStudent Number: 214012940Registration Number: 14/U/4150/PSDate of Birth: 26th May 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: MoyoProgramme: Bachelor of PharmacyColleges: College of Health SciencesHall of Residence: NsibirwaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2019Email: [email protected] Number: +256 701 888104


Galiku Denis is the first born out of eight children in the family. His mother is a market vendor and she has been very instrumental in his education ever since their father died. He attended Kampala Secondary School where he sat for the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Agriculture and scored 18 points. He is ambitious and wants to set up the biggest, advanced and well facilitated research institute in partnership with big investors having its headquarters in UGANDA and various branches allover AFRICA and OVERSEAS, tackling various fields of medicine and health to aid in research and diagnosis of the various epidemics and infectious diseases like Ebola and Marburg for the best solution in treatment, for Africans to have a good life which definitely starts with good health. Apart from academics, Dennis enjoys reading inspirational books from successful mentors like; “THINK BIG” by Dr Ben Carson, “WOMEN’S FREEDOM” by Mwalimu Julius Nyerere among others, socializing with friends, music dance and drama, and swimming to relieve stress.

Name: Galiku DenisStudent Number: 214007260Registration Number: 14/U/6314/PSDate of Birth: 6th July 1992 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KampalaProgramme: Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory TechnologyColleges: College of Health SciencesHall of Residence: NkurumahPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 754 239303


Nasaazi Florence is the second born out of three children. Both parents are deceased, but she is being cared for by her aunt who is her guardian. Florence attended Gombe Secondary School where she studied Mathematics, Physics and Economics and sat for her Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations and scored 14 points. She received a scholarship from FAWE Uganda that enabled her to complete her secondary education. She is a devoted christian who has faith in God and believes after her three year degree programme, she sees herself working for the Anti-terrorist Unit of Uganda. Florence also looks forward to helping children in her family and community to attain university education.

4.0 COLLEGE OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SCIENCE

Name: Nasaazi FlorenceStudent Number: 214005781Registration Number: 14/U/12850/EVEDate of Birth: 24th November 1993 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: ButambalaProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Computer ScienceColleges: College of Computing and Information ScienceHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 702 381215


Adur Hilda is the first born out of the six children in the family. Her parents’ main source of income is subsistence farming. She is among the few girls who have attained the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education in her village. Hilda went to St. Katherine Secondary School in Lira District where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Physics, Economics, Mathematics and ICT and obtained 14 points. While at St. Katherine Secondary school, she was an active member of the Debating Club and was appointed a Counselor of the Science class. Hilda is an inspiration to young girls in her village.She sees herself as a successful Software Engineer and an independent lady.In future, she wants to support the youth of her village to attain University Education.

Name: Adur HildaStudent Number: 214007407Registration Number: 14/U/4339/EVEDate of Birth: 28th February 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: LiraProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Software EngineeringColleges: College of Computing and Information ScienceHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 756 136479


Arinaitwe Bonita is the third born of six children. She lost both parents at an early age when she was in primary school. She has been assisted by her maternal aunt Mrs. Musinguzi Jovita who is a Food Vendor in Rukungiri market. Bonita was able to obtain 17 points at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education in Bwanga High School in Rukungiri District in 2012 because she worked at school and during holidays to raise part of her fees. Two of her siblings dropped out of school at secondary level and she is the first in the family to join university. Bonita was admitted to Makerere University in academic year 2013/2014 but could not join because she did not have the funds. The MCF Program at Makerere University will enable her to achieve her goal. She will be able to get employment in an organization where she will work on records. She wants to become self reliant and be able to take care of her siblings and make contributions to the development of her community in Rukungiri District.

Name: Arinaitwe BonitaStudent Number: 214012758Registration Number: 14/U/5250/PSDate of Birth: 9th October 1992 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: RukungiriProgramme: Bachelor of Records and Archives ManagementColleges: College of Computing and Information ScienceHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 788 166040


Musanyana Jonah is the second born of the three children. He lost both parents while he was in primary school and his aunt who is a farmer took over the responsibility of his education. Jonah went to Kira College Butiiki where he sat for both Uganda Certificate of Education and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and was a member of Scouts Club and obtained 16 points. Jonah’s career aspiration is to become a Computer Engineer. Apart from improving the standard of living of his house hold, he also desires to help the Children in streets and in orphanages in the future.

Name: Musanyana JonahStudent Number: 214003069Registration Number: 14/U/9976/EVEDate of Birth: 21st January 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KibuukuProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Software EngineeringColleges: College of Computing and Information ScienceHall of Residence: LivingstonePeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 704 445539


Katusiime Justine is the second born in the family of eight children. Her parents are peasant farmers in Kibaale District. Because of Justin’s excellent academic performance, her aunt Mrs. Turyamureeba Gertrude sponsored her for secondary education. Justine studied Physics, Economics and Mathematics at Kings College Budo in Wakiso District and obtained 17 points. While in Kings College Budo she served as a Roll Call Prime. She chose to apply for Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Geo-science and Production because of the discovery of oil in the Albertine region of Uganda and the few Ugandan experts in the relevant profession to work in the oil industry. She believes she is an inspiration to the young people of her village.

5.0 COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES

Name: Katusiime JustineStudent Number: 214002105Registration Number: 14/U/7450/PS Date of Birth: 15th November 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KibaaleProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Geoscience and ProductionColleges: College of Natural SciencesHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 757 283063


Ninsiima Esther is the third born of five children. Her mother is a grade V Teacher and the father is a peasant farmer. She went to Bweranyangi Girls’ Secondary School on Directors’ scholarship because of her excellent academic performance. She studied Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and ICT and obtained 15 points. While at her high school, she served as the Deputy Head Girl in charge of Academics and Time Management and the President of the Science Club. Esther’s career goal is to become a Quality Manager in an oil exploration, extraction and distribution company. Esther is an inspiration to many youth of her community who have not yet joined the university.

Name: Ninsiima EstherStudent Number: 214002350Registration Number: 14/U/13237/PS Date of Birth: 4th March 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: BushenyiProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Geoscience and ProductionColleges: College of Natural SciencesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 705 838355


Mamer David is a refugee currently living in Uganda in Zaipi camp located in Adjumani District. He comes from Jonglei State, in Bor about 50km away from the capital city of Juba, South Sudan. He has been supported throughout his education by compassionate people. David went to St. Mary’s Secondary School, Kitende where he sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and ICT and obtained 15 points. While at secondary school, he participated in sports activities but was more interested in football. Since his primary school, he has dreamt of becoming an Engineer who will provide expertise in exploiting minerals in South Sudan. David developed the inspiration for the Engineering profession in 2005 when he paid a visit to Bentua, one of the mineral rich places in South Sudan and was shocked to see no country mate participating in the mining activities. Being in one of the best universities in the African continent and with holistic support from the MCF Scholars Program, David’s career aspiration will become a reality.

Name: Mamer DavidStudent Number: 214020714Registration Number: 14/X/22328/PS Date of Birth: 5th July 1993 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: Bor, South SudanProgramme: Bachelor of Petroleum Geoscience and ProductionColleges: College of Natural SciencesHall of Residence: NkurumahPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 789 575207


Sekyanzi Joseph is the third born of the seven children. His parents died when he was a little boy. He went to Masuliita Secondary School in Wakiso District where he studied Biology, Agriculture, Geography and Sub-math and obtained 16 points. Both his ordinary and advanced secondary education was funded by the Government of Uganda under the Universal Secondary Education (USE) and Universal Post Ordinary Level Learning and Training (UPLATE). Joseph and his siblings were able to cultivate their land in order to provide for their food and scholastic materials. He served as a Vice Chairperson of the Science Club in his former school. Joseph’s career aspiration is to become a Conservation Biologist and make contribution towards environmental sustainability.

Name: Sekyanzi JosephStudent Number: 214007587Registration Number: 14/U/14562/PS Date of Birth: 20th June 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: MukonoProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Conservation BiologyColleges: College of Natural SciencesHall of Residence: NsibirwaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 757 043987


Muwanguzi Enoch is the second born of four children in the family. His parents are peasant farmers in Mityana District. Enoch went to Central College Mityana where he sat for the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Physics, Economics, Mathematics and ICT and obtained 16 points. During vacations of secondary education, he collected scrap and sold for a few shillings which he used to support himself with scholastic materials. With the skills and knowledge that he will acquire through Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering, Enoch wants to make contribution towards the mechanization of agriculture in Uganda and would like to work in the private sector as a Consultant in Agricultural Engineering.

6.0 COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Name: Muwanguzi EnochStudent Number: 214011389Registration Number: 14/U/10222/PS Date of Birth: 22nd February 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: MityanaProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Agricultural EngineeringColleges: College of Agriculture and Environmental SciencesHall of Residence: LumumbaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 787 549 017


Kikurohoki Richard is the third born in a family of six. He was raised by his mother single handedly after the death of the father. The mother is a tailor in Hoima District. He went to St. Andrea Kaachwo’s College for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education and he studied Geography, Economics and Agriculture and obtained 16 points. While at secondary school, he served as an Academic Prefect. Richard’s career goal is to become the Minister of Agriculture in Uganda with an aim of promoting sustainable agricultural development. Agriculture is the back bone of Uganda’s economy and Richard believes that his degree in Agricultural Rural Innovation will enable him to make contribution towards the transformation of the Agricultural sector in Uganda.

Name: Kikurohoki RichardStudent Number: 214006868Registration Number: 14/U/7887/PS Date of Birth: 9th October 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: HoimaProgramme: Bachelor of Agricultural Rural InnovationColleges: College of Agriculture and Environmental SciencesHall of Residence: NsibirwaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 777 729571


Adhieu Santino came to Uganda in 2004 as a refugee after losing both parents and joined Supiri Primary School where he completed his primary education. He is the six born of eight and the only one who has attended school. Santino has been financially supported by relatives for his education. He went to St. Joseph’s College Ombaci in Arua for his ordinary level from 2006 – 2009. He immediately went back to South Sudan and returned to Uganda in 2012 and joined Standard High School Zzana for his Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education where he studied Agriculture, Economics and Geography and obtained 15 points. After his degree programme from Makerere University, Santino wants to become a South Sudan Development Actor who will make contribution towards modernization of agriculture.

Name: Adhieu SantinoStudent Number: 214020686Registration Number: 14/X/22267/PS Date of Birth: 12th September 1995 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: South SudanProgramme: Bachelor of Agricultural Rural InnovationColleges: College of Agriculture and Environmental SciencesHall of Residence: NsibirwaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 774 455585


Mulumba Matia is the six born of eight. After the death of both parents, he started living with his grandmother. He went to primary school on the Universal Primary Education (UPE) and was on scholarship throughout his secondary education. Matia did casual work during holidays to raise funds for scholastic material and upkeep. He went to St. Charles Secondary School in Ntungamo District where he sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Mathematics, Agriculture and Economics and obtained 14 points. While at secondary school, he participated in debates and sports. In 2012, when there was an outbreak of Ebola epidemic in Kibale District, Matia volunteered under the Uganda Red Cross to sensitize the population and he provided his labor to build temporary structure for the Ebola victims. Matia will use the knowledge and skills acquired from this programme of study to improve the welfare of the farmers in his community by advising them on the modern methods of farming and value addition.

Name: Mulumba MatiaStudent Number: 214011546Registration Number: 14/U/9882/PS Date of Birth: 31st December 1986 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: NtungamoProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Agri-Business ManagementColleges: College of Agriculture and Environmental SciencesHall of Residence: LumumbaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 781 502676


Namuyanja Sarah is the second born of three in a family of three children. The parents are market vendors in Masanafu, Kampala city. Although her parents did not attend school, they worked hard in addition to getting loans in order to clear school fees. Sarah went to St. Mary’s Secondary School, Kitende in Wakiso District for her advanced secondary education. She offered Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry and was able to obtain 14 points. While at secondary school, she participated in music, dance and drama which was used to raise funds for the needy. Her career goal is to become a Cardiologist in order to serve people who have heart complications. Her role model is Dr. Kiyingi who is a famous Ugandan Cardiologist based in Australia. After an undergraduate degree in Biomedical Laboratory Technology, Sarah wants to enrol for a Masters degree in Medicine and specialise in Cardiology.

7.0 COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE, ANIMAL RESOURCES AND BIOSECURITY

Name: Namuyanja SarahStudent Number: 214014345Registration Number: 14/U/12429/EVE Date of Birth: 24th December 1993 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KampalaProgramme: Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory TechnologyColleges: College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and BiosecurityHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 701 046542


Being the first born of eight with parents who are peasant farmers in Namayingo District, it would have been difficult for Omondi Joflet to join the University despite the fact that he had obtained good grades. Joflet studied Physics, Chemistry and Biology at Bukoyo Secondary School in Iganga District and obtained 15 points. While at secondary school, he played football for the school team. His career goal is to become a Laboratory Technologist. He developed his inspiration from what happened to him when he had gone to the nearest health center II to test for his blood group, HIV status and hepatitis B. The Laboratory Technologist, who was there, performed the tests unprofessionally and released wrong results due to miss handling of specimens, wrong labeling and interchange of working procedures. He promised himself to be the best Laboratory Technologist in future and provide professional services to the people.

Name: Omondi JofletStudent Number: 214006476Registration Number: 14/U/14117/EVE Date of Birth: 18th October 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: NamayingoProgramme: Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory TechnologyColleges: College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and BiosecurityHall of Residence: LivingstonePeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 785 769551


Name: Omondi JofletStudent Number: 214006476Registration Number: 14/U/14117/EVE Date of Birth: 18th October 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: NamayingoProgramme: Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory TechnologyColleges: College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and BiosecurityHall of Residence: LivingstonePeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 785 769551

Akello Nancy is the third born of the seven children in her family. The father is a policeman and she lives with her mother in Ntinda Police Baracks. Nancy went to Cornerstone Leadership Academy on a scholarship where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in History Economics, Geography and Sub-math. She chose to apply for Bachelor of Science in Urban Planning because it is in line with her vision which is “To surround herself with the social system (friends, family and environment), build relationships with like minded friends but above all preserve the integrity of the family unit because the basis for all societies is the family unit. After undergraduate program, Nancy wants to pursue a master’s degree because her career goal is to become one of the greatest Urban Planners. She dreams of working with the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development.

8.0 COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING DESIGN, ART AND TECHNOLOGY

Name: Akello NancyStudent Number: 214018569Registration Number: 14/U/4735/PS Date of Birth: 11th June 1993 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: GuluProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Urban PlanningColleges: College of Engineering Design, Art and TechnologyHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 788 129831


Mulungi Damalie Rachel lost her father when she was a young girl in primary school. She was raised by her mother who is a Teacher in Rakai District. She went to Ndejje Secondary School where she sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in Mathematics, Economics, Technical Drawing and Computer. While at secondary school, she played Chess and was on the school team. In her senior six vacations, she worked in a super market where she did sales promotions. Damalie is a source of inspiration to the children and youth of her community. Her career goal is to become a professional Land Economist & Surveyor.

Name: Mulungi Damalie RachelStudent Number: 214005230Registration Number: 14/U/9885/PS Date of Birth: 9th June 1995 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: RakaiProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Land EconomicsColleges: College of Engineering Design, Art and TechnologyHall of Residence: CCEPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 794 129507


Mirugwe experienced difficulty in raising fees since the death of his father in 2004. Although his mother is illiterate, she believed that the only way of breaking the poverty cycle was through education. She was only able to provide Alex with Scholastic materials. Alex was sponsored by Broadway High School because he was bright but economically disadvantaged. He studied Physics, Economics and Mathematics at Broadway High School, Kawempe in Kampala where he sat forUganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations and obtained 17 points. While at his secondary school he participated in debating. Dr. James Mulwana (RIP) and Mr. Herman Kasekadde are his role models because of their contribution to the economy of Uganda. Joining Makerere University coupled with the support from The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program was a dream come true for Alex. His desire is to form a technology company in Uganda that will generate employment opportunities to youth who are facing a challenge of unemployment.

Name: Mirugwe AlexStudent Number: 2140118677Registration Number: 14/U/9259/PS Date of Birth: 20th December 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: RakaiProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Computer EngineeringColleges: College of Engineering Design, Art and TechnologyHall of Residence: NsibirwaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 701 +120534


Akot Arkanjelo came to Uganda in 2002 as a refugee and he has been in the country for most of his education. He is the fifth born of six and the parents are peasant farmers. In Uganda, he started his education journey in Longamere Primary School located near Imvipi refugee settlement where he lived. He attended Standard High School Zzana in Wakiso District where he completed the Uganda Certificate of Education in 2011. He went to Bishop Cipriano Kihangire Secondary School, Bbina where he completed the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education and obtained 15 points. Joining Makerere University is a big achievement for him considering his early education background. Arkanjelo’s career goal is to become a Civil Engineer and he is determined to contribute to rebuilding the war tone country- South Sudan.

Name: Akot ArkanjeloStudent Number: 214020700Registration Number: 14/X/22272/PS Date of Birth: 18th January 1992 Sex: MaleNationality: South SudaneseDistrict of origin: Tonj, South SudanProgramme: Bachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringColleges: College of Engineering Design, Art and TechnologyHall of Residence: NsibirwaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 757 828312


Adongo Sabella is the second born of eight and her parents are peasant farmers in Otuke District. She is a pride to her parents because she is the first child in the family to join University education. She went to Restore Leadership High School in Amuru District where she studied History, Economics and Divinity and sat for Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education examinations in 2013. at Restore High School, she served as the Head of the Debate Club. Her career aspiration is to become a Teacher and she wants to specialize in teaching History and Economics. As a teacher, she believes she will make a big contribution towards the education sector of Uganda. She plans to invest in a school that will be affordable for people living in her community.

9.0 COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND EXTERNAL STUDIES

Name: Adongo SabellaStudent Number: 214009598Registration Number: 14/U/4328/PS Date of Birth: 30th May 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: OtukeProgramme: Bachelor of Arts with EducationColleges: College of Education and External StudiesHall of Residence: AfricaPeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 777 179248


Despite the death of both parents, Narinda Shirah was determined to work hard with the support from FAWE- Uganda that sponsored her throughout her secondary education. Shirah went to Nabisunsa Girls Secondary School for the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education where studied History, Economics and Geography and obtained 14 points. While at Nabisunsa Girls School she participated in sports and was in the valley ball team. Her Career goal is to become an Accountant.

Name: Narinda ShirahStudent Number: 214004893Registration Number: 14/U/12847/EXTDate of Birth: 24th June 1994 Sex: FemaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KabaleProgramme: Bachelor of Commerce (External)Colleges: College of Education and External StudiesHall of Residence: Mary StuartPeriod of Study: 2014- 2018Email: [email protected] Number: +256 703215905


Mbago Grace is the first born of eight children and the parents are peasant farmers in Kamuli District. Despite the challenges of school fees during his secondary education, Grace was always determined to excel in class. He studied Mathematics, Economics, Geography and ICT at Jinja Progressive Secondary School and obtained 14 points at the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education. While at Secondary School he participated in Valley Ball and Football. His role models are Hon. Rebecca Kadaga Alitwala, the Speaker of Uganda Parliament and Hon. Salam Musumba, the L C V Chaiperson of Kamuli District because of the exemplary leadership skills. He wants to become a Teacher and contribute towards the improvement of education sector of Uganda. His dream is to work with the Ministry of Education and Sports and make contribution towards the designing of the curriculum to be more practical than theoretical. He believes that by emphasizing practical subjects, the unemployment level in Uganda will reduce because the education will produce more job creators than job seekers. Grace also plans to invest in a secondary school which he will open in his community.

Name: Mbago GraceStudent Number: 214017751Registration Number: 14/U/9161/PSDate of Birth: 10th February 1994 Sex: MaleNationality: UgandanDistrict of origin: KamuliProgramme: Bachelor of Science with EducationColleges: College of Education and External StudiesHall of Residence: LivingstonePeriod of Study: 2014- 2017Email: [email protected] Number: +256 789 665854

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