Overview
At the Directorate of Research and Graduate Training (DRGT) at Makerere University, we recognize the importance of strong partnerships in driving innovation and creating real-world impact. Our collaborations with industry, government, and professional bodies are central to our mission of advancing research and graduate training that meets the evolving needs of society.
Through our industry partnerships, we bridge the gap between academia and the practical demands of the marketplace. These collaborations enable us to apply cutting-edge research to solve real-world problems, enhance the relevance of our academic programs, and provide our students with opportunities for hands-on experience in their fields of study. We work closely with our partners to co-develop research projects, offer professional development programs, and create solutions that contribute to national development and global challenges.
DRGT is committed to building and sustaining mutually beneficial relationships that foster innovation, drive economic growth, and support sustainable development. We invite industry leaders, businesses, and professional organizations to join us in creating impactful partnerships that leverage the strengths of both academia and industry for the greater good.

Makerere-Sweden
Partnership between Makerere University and Embassy of Sweden.

Next Generation of African Academics (NGAA)

Cambridge-Africa Partnership for Research Excellence (CAPREX)

Development Research Uptake in Sub-Saharan Africa (DRUSA)
Partnership between Makerere University and Embassy of Sweden.

Intrac-ACP-arise

Consortium of Advanced Research Training

Research Professional Africa

Grant Writing and Publication Project

The Association of Commonwealth Universities

Worldwide Universities Network

AAUN: Australia-Africa Universities Network

Alliance for African Partnership

African Research Universities Alliance - ARUA

IAU - International Association of Universities

Association of African Universities

PLuS Alliance

CODESRIA – Council for the Development of Social Science

Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture

CIVIS, Europe's Civic University Alliance

The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa

International Institute of Online education (IIOE)

Universities 4 Good Health

Inter-University Council of East Africa

Africa Institute for Capacity Development
