Makerere University is Uganda’s largest and oldest institution of higher learning, first established as a technical school in 1922, and the oldest currently active university in East Africa. It became an independent national university in 1970.
Established in 1922 as a humble technical school, Makerere University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Africa. In January of that year, the school, which was later renamed Uganda Technical College, opened its doors to 14-day students who began studying carpentry, building, and mechanics.
The college soon began offering various other courses in medical care, agriculture, veterinary sciences, and teacher training. It expanded over the years to become a Center for Higher Education in East Africa in 1935.
In 1937, the college started developing into an institution of higher education, offering post-school certificate courses.
