Kyambogo University has admitted 19,399 students under the Direct Entry Private Sponsorship Scheme for the 2026/2027 Academic Year, according to the Provisional Admission List released by the Office of the Academic Registrar. The list, which is 851 pages long, includes admissions into various programs.

Makerere University has announced the availability of 40 fully-funded scholarship slots for female students from disadvantaged backgrounds for the 2026/2027 academic year. The Fees Waiver Female Scholarship, which allows selected students to study at Uganda's premier university without tuition costs, was approved by the Makerere University Council in December 2010. Applications are now open for eligible candidates.

Gulu University has released the official cut-off weights for privately sponsored students seeking admission for the 2026/2027 academic year, following the announcement of its Direct Entry Scheme admission list. The medical and pharmacy programmes have the highest cut-off weights, according to the Office of the Academic Registrar.

Makerere University has been ranked 23rd in Africa and 639th globally in the US News and World Report Best Global Universities Rankings for 2026–2027, marking its exit from the continent's top 20. The university achieved an overall global score of 44.9% in the assessment, according to CampusBee.

Makerere University has launched its Strategic Plan for 2025/26–2029/30, aiming to transform into a fully research-led institution. This initiative aligns with Uganda’s Fourth National Development Plan and the Vision 2040 Tenfold Growth Strategy. The launch event took place at the University Main Hall and was attended by government officials, academic representatives, and development partners, highlighting the collaborative effort towards this goal.

Makerere University has been ranked 23rd among universities in Africa, according to a report from JamiiForums. This ranking reflects the institution's academic performance and reputation within the continent's higher education landscape.