MUBS AIMC
30th Annual International Conference

AIMC 2026 — Conference Programme

Annual International Management Conference • Makerere University Business School, Uganda

22 – 25 September 2026 Imperial Golf View Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda Theme: The Knowledge Revolution

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30th
Annual Edition
4
Conference Days
14
Thematic Tracks
6
Keynote Speakers

Conference Theme

"The Knowledge Revolution: Driving Innovation and Sustainable Development in Africa"

The 30th AIMC 2026 brings together scholars, practitioners, policymakers, students and stakeholders to exchange knowledge and address contemporary business, management and development challenges. The conference showcases research, exhibitions, scholarly discussions and practical engagements on issues critical to national and continental transformation, providing opportunities for knowledge sharing, research collaboration, networking, innovation, and translation of research into policy and practice.

Day 1 · Tuesday
22 September 2026
Official Opening Ceremony & Doctoral Colloquium. Keynote: Assoc. Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu. Chief Guest: Hon. Henry Musasizi, Minister of Finance.
Day 2 · Wednesday
23 September 2026
Academic Conference. Keynotes by Prof. Ken Kamoche & Prof. Munshi Sulaiman. Five parallel sessions covering Tracks 1–7.
Day 3 · Thursday
24 September 2026
Academic Conference + NWU PhD Hub. Keynotes by Prof. Andreas Brandner & Prof. Joseph Sekhampu. Five parallel sessions + KM4D Award Evening.
Day 4 · Friday
25 September 2026
Business Forum. Keynote: Dr. Arinaitwe Rugyendo. Four high-level panel discussions. Official Closing — Chief Guest: Rt. Hon. Jacob Oboth Oboth, Speaker of Parliament.

Imperial Golf View Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda

Conference Venue — Where Knowledge Meets Nature

Overlooking the magnificent Lake Victoria — Africa's largest freshwater lake — the venue sits minutes from Entebbe International Airport. Uganda, recently declared Ebola-free, offers a safe and welcoming environment for scholarly dialogue, innovation and collaboration. The 30th AIMC warmly welcomes delegates to Uganda — the Pearl of Africa.

🏌️ Entebbe Golf Club 🌿 Botanical Gardens 🦁 Uganda Wildlife Education Centre 🐒 Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary 🚤 Lake Victoria Boat Cruise 🍽️ Nile Perch & Local Cuisine

Keynote Speakers

Day 1 · 22 Sep

Assoc. Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu, PhD

Associate Professor of Economics & Dean, School of Economics, Makerere University • World Bank Consultant

Research focuses on economic growth, firm and household behaviour, public finance, corruption and governance. Extensive publications including Review of Development Economics and African Development Review. PhD from University of St Andrews, MA (Distinction) McMaster University.

Day 2 · 23 Sep

Prof. Ken Kamoche

Professor of HRM & Organization Studies; Director, Africa Research Group — Nottingham Trent University

Rhodes Scholar educated at University of Nairobi and St Catherine's College, University of Oxford. Visiting professor across Portugal, France, China, Australia, Kenya and beyond. Ranked in the top 2% of scientists globally (Stanford University, 2023).

Day 2 · 23 Sep

Prof. Munshi Sulaiman, PhD

Professor & Research Director — BRAC Institute of Governance and Development (BIGD), BRAC University

25-year research career on poverty, inequality, social protection and evidence-informed policy. Pioneer of the Graduation approach to reducing extreme poverty. PhD from London School of Economics; Postdoctoral Fellow at Yale University.

Day 3 · 24 Sep

Prof. Andreas Brandner, PhD

Executive Director, Knowledge for Development Partnership (K4DP); Adjunct Professor & Co-Founder, K4D Centre, MUBS

Austrian Knowledge Management pioneer since 2001. Founder of KMA Knowledge Management Associates and K4DP School of Knowledge Sciences. Adviser to international organisations, governments and development actors across Europe, Africa, Asia and America.

Day 3 · 24 Sep

Prof. Joseph Sekhampu

Chief Director, NWU Business School — North-West University, South Africa

Distinguished economist and higher education leader with expertise in corporate banking, economic development, public policy and executive education. Champion of the "Developmental Business School" concept driving local and regional transformation.

Day 4 · 25 Sep

Dr. Arinaitwe Rugyendo, PhD

Principal Press Secretary to the Speaker, 12th Parliament of Uganda • Journalism Scholar, Makerere University

27 years in journalism, media, academia and STEM education. Founder of ResearchFinds News and Young Engineers Uganda (12,000+ children). Archbishop Desmond Tutu Leadership Fellow. PhD in Journalism & Communication, Makerere University.

Full Conference Programme

Day 1 — Doctoral Colloquium & Opening Ceremony

Tuesday, 22 September 2026 • Venue: Crane Hall

Day Manager: Dr. Geoffrey Nkuutu
Session Manager: Mr. Peter Odoki
Online Moderator: Dr. Shakila Nagujja / Mr. Duncan Kato
Sign Language: Mr. Oguttu Philemon, Mr. Kisole Sezi
08:30 – 09:00

Arrival & Registration

09:00 – 10:30

Opening Session

  • Welcome Remarks — Assoc. Prof. Rachel Mindra Katoroogo, PhD, Deputy Principal (MUBS)
  • Opening Remarks — Prof. Moses Muhwezi, PhD, Principal (MUBS)
  • Keynote Address: Assoc. Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu — Dean, School of Economics, Makerere University
  • Chief Guest: Hon. Henry Musasizi — Minister of Finance, Planning & Economic Development
  • Group Photo
10:30 – 10:55☕ Health Break
Doctoral Colloquium
11:00 – 12:30

Mid-Morning Presentations

Session Chair: Assoc. Prof. Sulait Tumwine  |  Discussants: Prof. Vincent Bagire, Prof. Sheila Namagembe, Prof. J. Ntayi, Prof. S. Nkundabanyanga, Assoc. Prof. Henry Mutebi

  • 1. Credit Rationing and Financial Growth of Enterprises in Uganda (World Bank Enterprise Survey 2025) — Janet Kasule Nabaliika
  • 2. Financial Literacy, FinTech Adoption and Inclusive Growth among Women in Agribusiness, Central Uganda — Nambi Hellen Mwasa
  • 3. Governance and Sustainability of SACCOs in Post-Conflict Contexts: Evidence from Acholi Subregion — Francis Oyat Otoo
  • 4. Knowledge-Driven Brand Positioning of Uganda's NAROVAC in the Veterinary Biologics Ecosystem, East Africa — Ashiraf Migade, A.S. Bolatitto
12:30 – 1:00 PM❓ Q & A Session
Poster Exhibition & Knowledge Engagement
After Q&A
P1Why Traditional Value Chains Fail Policy — Kamba Raymond
P2Leadership and Capacity Needs for Sustainable Energy Transition — Sharon Nuwasiima
P3Generative AI in Knowledge Work: Productivity & the Local Economy — Silvia Castro & Lubega Michael Sseruga
P4Generative AI & The Social Fabric of Firms — Maren Mickeler & Nurperi Nurdan
P5From Flexibility to Consistency: Effect of Peer Interactions in Gig Work — Chinmay Bajpai
1:00 – 2:00 PM🍽️ Lunch
2:00 – 4:40 PM

Afternoon Presentations

Session Chair: Assoc. Prof. Samali Mlay  |  Discussants: Prof. Bagire Vincent, Prof. Ntayi Joseph, Prof. L. Orobia, Prof. T. Kawaase, Prof. M. Moya

  • 6. Integrating Excellence and Sensemaking Theories in Strategic Communication, Ugandan University — Yunia Musasizi Alele
  • 7. Knowledge in Promoting Sustainable and Inclusive Development in Bulambuli District — Woniala James
  • 8. Theoretical Foundations of Women's Social Entrepreneurship in Contexts — Philadelphia Sedio
  • 9. Knowledge Gaps in Halal Tourism: Uganda's Sustainable Hospitality Potential — Karibala Ibrahim
  • 10. Firm Heterogeneity, Statutory Alignment and Corporate Income Tax Compliance in Uganda — Richard Asiimwe
  • 11. Diversity Management Practices, Multigenerational Work Ethics and Public Agency Performance — Agnes Sansa, Prof. Florence Muindi Kagendo et al.
  • 12. Employability on the African Continent: A Systematic Literature Review — Michael K. Timuzigu, Joseph M. Ntayi et al.
4:40 – 5:00 PM❓ Q & A  |  5:00 PM Departure at leisure

Day 2 — Academic Conference

Wednesday, 23 September 2026 • Hall: Crane

Day Manager: Dr. Bob Ssekiziyivu
Chair: Dr. Moses Onyoin
Online Moderator: Dr. Shakila Nagujja / Mr. Duncan Kato
Sign Language: Mr. Oguttu Philemon, Mr. Mwinganiza Joseph
08:00 – 08:30

Arrival & Registration

08:30 – 10:30

Opening Session

  • Welcome & Opening Remarks — Assoc. Prof. Joshua Mugambwa
  • Keynote Address: Prof. Ken Kamoche — Nottingham Trent University
  • Keynote Address: Prof. Munshi Sulaiman — Research Director, BRAC Institute of Governance and Development (BIGD)
  • Sponsors Message  |  Group Photo
10:30 – 10:55☕ Health Break
Parallel Sessions — Mid-Morning (11:00 AM – 12:40 PM)
Session I — Crane
Track 1: Knowledge Leadership, Governance & Institutional Transformation
Chair: Dr. Regis Namuddu  |  Discussants: Prof. Kiiza Julius, Dr. Godwin Kwemalira, Prof. Joseph Sekhampu, Prof. E. Mutamba
  • Strategic Agility as a Driver of Organizational Performance (Kenya Revenue Authority) — Robin Mwira Munyirwa, Evans Aosa
  • Knowledge Leadership as a Catalyst for Governance Reform in the 21st Century — Aina-Obe Shamsuddin Bolatito, Nabukeera Madinah
  • Relational Knowledge Governance: Reframing Africa's Knowledge Revolution through Ubuntu and Mohlomi — Khali Mofuoa
  • The Role of Good Governance in Addressing Security Challenges in Northern Nigeria — Imrana Ahmad
  • Expansion Strategy Implementation — Cendrine Otieno, Vincent Machuki & Evans Aosa
  • Turnaround Strategy as a Knowledge-Driven Instrument: Kenya Power & Lighting Company — Evans Ochieng, Evans Aosa
Session II — Hippo
Track 2: Knowledge Management for Resource Efficiency, Climate Action & Green Growth
Chair: Dr. Ronette Atukunda  |  Discussants: Assoc. Prof. Susan Watundu, Dr. Ruth Atuhaire, Dr. Mukisa, Assoc. Prof. Ssekakubo Johnson
  • Morphological Evaluation of Sustainable LDPE/Rice Husk Waste Composites — Ibrahim Modu
  • Gendered Impacts of Climate Change: Policy Gaps in Plateau State, Nigeria — Stephen Chinmuk Damulak et al.
  • Climate Change Awareness and Community Development in Osun State, Nigeria — Hamzat Fatahi Owolabi et al.
  • Green Finance, Carbon Emission Intensity and Financial Performance: Eastern Africa — Powel Murunga Patrick
  • Electricity Price Forecasting Approaches: A Systematic Review — Alex Mugarura
  • Knowledge Absorptive Capacity and Sustainable Energy Management in Manufacturing SMEs — Alice Arinaitwe
Session III — Zebra
Track 4: Managing Indigenous Knowledge, Hospitality & Cultural Heritage
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Milburga Atcero  |  Discussants: Dr. Abbey Mutumba, Dr. Celestine Katongole, Assoc. Prof. Samson Otengei
  • Cultural Heritage Tourism: Fort-Baker, Gulu District — Local Economic Development — Walter Komakech
  • Social Capital and Cultural Authenticity of Indigenous Restaurants — Jackie Nakabuga
  • Managing Indigenous Knowledge: Maasai Hospitality Enterprises in Northern Tanzania — Nakuroi Parkepu
  • Tourism Benefit-Sharing around Queen Elizabeth National Park — Bwambale Delight
  • Cultural Festivals as Spaces for Preserving Indigenous Knowledge in Uganda — Provia Kesande
  • Smart Kitchen Technologies and Food Waste Reduction in Kampala Hotels — Esther Grace Nababi, Sophie Nasaka
  • Training and Performance of Tour Guides in Mountain Tourist Destinations — Celestine Katongole
  • Sustainability Orientation among Female-Owned Hospitality Ventures in Uganda — Priscilla Lwamwaka et al.
Session IV — Hippo 2
Track 6: Knowledge Industries, Services & Global Market Competitiveness
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Ahmed Walugembe  |  Discussants: Dr. Denis Nuwagaba, Dr. Kiggwe Musa, Dr. Godwin Ahimbisibwe, Assoc. Prof. Aron Acel
  • Import Demand, Supplier Concentration and Market Contestability in AfCFTA Trade — Aaron Ecel
  • Building Sustainable Competitiveness in Road Transport: Dynamic Capabilities — Bob Ssekiziyivu, Aaron Ecel, Rashid Kisekka
  • Payment Options Mediating Youth Online Shopping Behaviour — Ahmad Walugembe, Tom Tamale, Olivia Nakanwagi
  • Social Commerce Attitudes among Gen Z TikTok Shoppers in Uganda — Zuhra Nantege et al.
  • Destination Image as a Cognitive-Affective Mechanism in Tourist Loyalty — Chris Muhango et al.
Session V — Impala
Track 7: Knowledge Entrepreneurship & MSME Development
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Isa Nsereko  |  Discussants: Dr. Christopher Kusemererwa, Dr. Isma Nkambwe, Prof. Earnest Abaho, Dr. Siraje Iga
  • Entrepreneurial Competence Mediating Digital Tools Usage and Growth — Arua City, Uganda — Ajidiru Hope Sally et al.
  • Knowledge Management Practices and SME Debt Financing: Uganda and Kenya — Okello Apollo
  • Effects of Entrepreneurship Training on Youth Development in Plateau State, Nigeria — Iliya Michael Waba
  • Human Capital, Innovation and Sustainability Performance — West Nile Sub-Region, Uganda — Sebi Hussen et al.
  • Knowledge Entrepreneurship and MSME Development in Sub-Saharan Africa: Panel Data Analysis — C. Dapula, F.M. Kapingura
12:40 – 1:00 PM❓ Q & A Session
1:00 – 2:00 PM🍽️ Lunch
Parallel Sessions — Afternoon (2:00 PM – 4:30/4:40 PM)
Session I Afternoon — Crane
Track 1 (cont.): Knowledge Leadership & Governance
Chair: Mr. George Mugerwa  |  Discussants: Dr. Isaac Kayongo, Dr. Tonny Kiggundu, Prof. Ken Kamoche
  • Responsible Leadership and Sustainability in Health & Sanitation Projects — Mahadih Kyambade
  • Toward a Theory of Knowledge Governance: Rules, Roles and Routines — Ndava Constantine Mupondo
  • Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Growth in Plateau State, Nigeria — Timothy Christopher Mamden
  • Knowledge-Driven Leadership: Lessons from Makini Schools, Kenya — Cendrine Otieno
  • ESG Initiatives and Growth of SME Agribusinesses — Edwill Mtengwa, Joseph Nembo Lekunze
  • Strategic Leadership, Governance and Service Delivery in State Corporations, Kenya — Jedidah Wambua
Session II Afternoon — Hippo
Track 3: Digital Knowledge Management & Inclusive Transformation
Chair: Dr. John Paul Kasse  |  Discussants: Dr. Edward Kabaale, Dr. Abdallah Kasule
  • AI and Urban Traffic Management in Jos City, Plateau State — Bassi Jeremiah Yusuf
  • Unlocking Nigeria's Digital Future: Public Administration and Technology — JKJ Okonkwo
  • Social Media Analytics Framework for Self-Regulated Learning in HEIs — Louis Amwine et al.
  • Digital Stewardship on the Rangeland — Linda Omundo, Cendrine Otieno, Evans Aosa
  • ICT Skills and E-Learning Adoption among University Students in Developing Countries — Sumaya Kogoya et al.
  • AVR-Enhanced Instruction in a Ugandan ICT Institute (Immersive Digital Knowledge Platforms) — Brenda Nakanjako
  • FinTech Adoption among Persons with Disabilities in Sub-Saharan Africa — Fatuma Nakawoya et al.
  • Mitigating Middlemen via Blockchain Technology in Agricultural Products — John Seetkuk Reuben et al.
Session III Afternoon — Zebra
Track 5: Managing Knowledge for Health & Social Wellbeing
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Roger Mwesigwa  |  Discussants: Dr. Hassan Bashir, Prof. David Katamba, Dr. Charles Kawalya, Prof. Nkanyiso Ndlovu, Prof. E. Mutamba
  • DNA Testing in Uganda in the Age of Nanotechnology and Globalization — Juliet Joy Apio
  • Social Entrepreneurship and Environmental Sanitation in Abakaliki, Nigeria — Ebere Florence Okorie et al.
  • Knowledge Management Practices among Health Care Professionals in Nigeria — K.N. Igwe, M.C. Igwe
  • Education and Training for Knowledge Management in Nigerian Universities — Kingsley N. Igwe
  • Employee Involvement and Retention at Moi Teaching & Referral Hospital, Kenya — Christopher Yego et al.
  • Knowledge Management in Uganda's Poverty Alleviation Interventions — Annet K. Nabatanzi-Muyimba et al.
  • Sustainable Healthy Eating Practices among Youth near Universities in Kampala — Kalumira Francis
  • Healthcare Technology Adoption for Chronic Disease Management in LMICs: Bibliometric Review — Nyesiga Catherine et al.
Session IV Afternoon — Hippo 2
Track 6 (cont.): Knowledge Industries & Market Competitiveness
Chair: Dr. Musa Kiggwe  |  Discussants: Assoc. Prof. Ahmed Walugembe, Assoc. Prof. Aaron Ecel, Dr. Denis Nuwagaba
  • Pedagogical Effectiveness in Marketing Education: Collaborative & Experiential Learning — Ahmad Walugembe et al.
  • Digital Adoption, Operation Efficiency and Market Performance among MSMEs in Rural Kenya — Jackline Zaina John et al.
  • Strategic Planning, Technical Management-Capacity and Service Delivery in Kampala — Mwelu Noah et al.
  • Marketing Distribution Channels and SMEs Financial Performance in Tanzania — Mbura K. Omary, Kagoya M. Sumaya
  • Social Media Marketing, Customer Engagement and Purchase Intention in QSRs — Phillip Mubiru et al.
Session V Afternoon — Impala
Track 7 (cont.): Knowledge Entrepreneurship & MSME Development
Chair: Dr. Christopher Kusemererwa  |  Discussants: Dr. Ismael Nkambwe, Dr. Edith Basalirwa, Prof. Forget Kapingura, Assoc. Prof. Sadat Nakyegwe Kimuli
  • Creativity Practices, Financing Mechanisms and SME Growth — Epaphras Niwamanya et al.
  • Entrepreneurial Skills, Outcome Expectations and Entrepreneurial Readiness among TVET Graduates — Aikiriza Apofia Fiona et al.
  • Debt Management Behavior and Business Continuity among SMEs in Lira City — Okello Apollo et al.
  • From Digital Adoption to Strategic Capability: MSME Digital Maturity Framework — Jackline Zaina John
  • Multi-Level Analysis of Academic Entrepreneurship in Uganda: Institutional Factors — Epaphras Niwamanya et al.
4:30/4:40 – 5:00❓ Q & A  |  5:00 PM Departure at leisure

Day 3 — Academic Conference & K4DP Partnership Meeting

Thursday, 24 September 2026 • Hall: Crane

Day Manager: Dr. Irene Namugenyi
Chair: Prof. Janet Kyogabirwe Bagorogoza
Online Moderator: Dr. Shakila Nagujja / Mr. Duncan Kato
Sign Language: Mr. Mwinganiza Joseph, Mr. Kisole Sezi
08:30 – 09:00

Arrival & Registration

09:00 – 10:30

Opening Session

  • Welcome & Opening Remarks — Dr. Annet K. Nabatanzi Muyimba, Director, MUBS K4D Centre
  • Keynote Address: Prof. Andreas Brandner — Executive Director, K4DP, Vienna, Austria
  • Keynote Address: Prof. Joseph Sekhampu — North-West University, South Africa
  • NWU PhD Hub Showcase — Prof. Emmanuel Mutambara
  • Group Photo
10:30 – 10:55☕ Health Break
Parallel Sessions — Mid-Morning (11:00 AM – 12:40 PM)
Session I — Zebra
Track 8: Education, Vocationalisation, Lifelong Learning & Knowledge Societies
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Gideon Nkurunziza  |  Discussants: Dr. Patsy Katutsi, Assoc. Prof. Sadat Kimuli N., Prof. Janat Kyogabirwe, Assoc. Prof. Sulait Tumwine
  • Knowledge Sharing Methods for Lifelong Learning in Higher Education — Harriet Ayiorwoth, David Onen
  • Social Media Adaptability and Public Relations in HEIs, Kampala — Ninsiima Adah et al.
  • Inclusive Pedagogies as Catalysts for the Knowledge Revolution in Higher Education — Sophia Nasaka et al.
  • Challenges in Strategy Implementation in TVET Institutions (Nairobi, Kenya) — Judith Kituto, Cendrine Otieno & Evans Aosa
  • Redesigning Resilience: How HEIs Can Thrive Amid Disruption and Digitalization — Fredrick Githui & Catherine Gatari
  • Integrating Wisdom Pedagogy into Competency-Based Education — Miiro Farooq
  • Knowledge Management as Catalyst for CBE Implementation in TVET, Nairobi County — Judith Mueni Kituto et al.
  • Digital Transformation, AI & Industry–University Collaboration for Graduate Competencies in Uganda — Robinah Nabafu et al.
Session II — Impala
Track 10: Financial Governance, Accountability & Sustainable Value Creation
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Irene Nalukenge  |  Discussants: Dr. Eva Mpaata, Prof. Arthur Sserwanga, Prof. S. Nkundabanyanga, Prof. Twaha Kawaase
  • Accounting-Based Financial Indicators in the Nigerian Transportation Sector — Dikk Bello
  • Asymmetric Nexus between Export and Economic Growth in Nigeria (ARDL) — Mahmud Sunusi Shehu et al.
  • Audit Committee Effectiveness, External Audit Quality and Financial Reporting in Uganda — Walugo Arafat Kadaali et al.
  • Intellectual Capital and IFRS 17 Adoption Readiness — Uganda's Insurance Sector — Gorrettie Nakyeyune & Prossy Nagujja
  • Research Excellence in Promoting Financial Inclusion (Serere District) — Okello Francis Xavier
  • Knowledge Capital and Financial Transformation in Africa — Joseph Jakisa Owor
  • Budget Planning, Implementation, Control and Accountability of NGOs in Uganda — Sharon Nuwasiima
Session III — Crane
Track 1 (cont.): Knowledge Leadership, Governance & Institutional Transformation
Chair: Dr. Freddie Lwanga  |  Discussants: Prof. Janat Kyogabirwe, Dr. Mariam Tauba, Dr. Bob Sekiziyivu, Dr. K.V. Mofuoa, Prof. E. Mutamba
  • Infrastructural Development, Community Empowerment and Sustainable Affordable Housing — New Cities, Uganda — Kinatta Moses
  • Institutional Governance, Resilience and Sustainability in Health-Related Sanitation Systems — Mahadih Kyambade
  • Finance Bill, Governance and Generational Resistance: Kenya's 2024 Finance Bill & Gen Z Civic — Erick Kipkirui Ngeno
  • Institutional Policy Incoherence and Informal Sector Livelihoods — Uganda's PDM-MSMEs — Wilson Williams Mutumba
  • Making Help Visible: Experiential Evidence from a Workplace Recognition Program — Silvia Castro, Hoa Ho, Maren Mickeler
Session IV — Hippo
Track 3: Digital Knowledge Management & Inclusive Transformation
Chair: Dr. Edward Kabaale  |  Discussants: Assoc. Prof. Robert Kyeyune, Dr. Male Ssentumbwe, Dr. Babra Kayondo
  • Information Protection Mechanisms and Information Security Management at MM Bekar CPA Uganda — Kyalimpa Stella
  • Model for Assessing IoT Readiness in Public Toilets of Kampala — Makubuya Rogers & Dr. Namatovu Hasifah Kasujja
  • Virtual Reality Integration in Moodle-Based Courses for Student Engagement — Ugandan HEIs — Angella Nassimbwa et al.
  • Transforming Institutional Data into a Knowledge Ecosystem: A Governance Framework for Uganda — Gastervas Geofrey Rutwara
  • Software Engineering Capstones as Work Integrated Learning Pathways — Uganda — Ismael Kato, Daralle van Greunen
Session V — Hippo 2
Track 13: Knowledge for Development Partnership Meeting
Chair: Dr. Mary Suzan Abbo  |  Theme: Co-Creating Africa's Knowledge Future — Building Strategic Partnerships for a Continental Knowledge Agenda
  • Transforming Uganda into a Knowledge Economy — Mr. Joseph Enyimu, MoFPED Commissioner
  • Knowledge Management at the African Union — Mr. Asmerom Girma, AUC (online)
  • Advancing Knowledge Societies in Africa — Dr. Sally Mabrouk, ICESCO (online)
  • The Global Knowledge Index: Learnings for Africa and Uganda — Ms. Stephanie Boustany, UNDP (online)
  • Knowledge Management in Kenya and KRA — Dr. Cosmas Kemboi, Kenya Revenue Authority
  • Knowledge Management in South Africa — Mr. Kholane Chauke (online)
  • The Uganda Case: KM in Practice — Dr. Annet K. Nabatanzi Muyimba & Mr. George Wafula, MoPS
  • Greater Mekong Subregion Knowledge Network as Benchmark for African Subregions — Antonio Ressano, ADB (online); Prof. Andreas Brandner, K4DP
12:40 – 1:00 PM❓ Q & A Session
1:00 – 2:00 PM🍽️ Lunch
Afternoon Parallel Sessions (2:00 PM – 4:30 PM)
Session I Afternoon — Zebra
Track 9: Knowledge-Driven Procurement & Logistics for Sustainable Development
Chair: Prof. Sheila Namagembe  |  Discussants: Dr. Bonny Bagenda, Assoc. Prof. Benjamin Tukamuhabwa, Dr. Hamida B. Nsereko
  • CSO Experiences with the Contract Monitoring System in Public Procurement — West Nile, Uganda — Lawino Giovanna et al.
  • Thematic Analysis on Stakeholder Perception of Waste Disposability in Bida, Niger State — Ojo Kayode Abayomi, Bome Johnson
  • Knowledge-Driven Digital Procurement and Logistics for Transparency — Direct Aid Society, Uganda — Tulyatunga Twalik
Session II Afternoon — Impala
Track 12: Knowledge Management for Youth, Gender & Inclusive Development
Chair: Dr. Fiona Muliira  |  Discussants: Dr. Charles Kawalya, Dr. Kassim Ssenyange, Dr. Mariam Nakate, Prof. Nkanyiso Ndlovu, Prof. Forget Kapingwa
  • Gender Inequality, Female Unemployment and Inclusive Development in South Africa — Tebello Hilda Msimanga
  • Cash Transfer Intervention and Livelihood of Elderly People — Machakos County, Kenya — Erick Kipkirui Ngeno
  • Prohibition of Riba, Regulatory Framework and Financial Empowerment — Kibuli Slum, Uganda — Hakimu Buyondo, Jamilu Serwanga
  • Anti-Racism Across Borders: Lessons from Uganda and Scotland — Pheona Matovu
  • Land Fraud Practices in Wakiso District: An Investigation of Major Loopholes — Rogers Matovu
Session III Afternoon — Crane
Track 1 (cont.): Knowledge Leadership & Governance
Chair: Dr. Grace Nalweyiso  |  Discussants: Dr. Tonny Kiggundu, Prof. Emmanuel Mutambara, Prof. Nkanyiso Ndlovu, Dr. Kawalya Charles
  • Ethical Governance, Knowledge Leadership and Institutional Transformation in Uganda — Wilson Williams Mutumba
  • Organizational Policies and Knowledge Sharing among Bulawayo City Council Employees — Ntombikhayise Nkomo & Peterson Dewah
  • Governance of Traditional Knowledge in Africa: Scoping Review — David Onen
  • Leadership, Culture and Knowledge Sharing in Manufacturing Firms — Monica Tushabe, Andrew Kimwolo, Ronald Bonuke
  • Effects of Supportive Leadership Training on Bottom-Up Knowledge Sharing — Silvia Castro et al.
Session IV Afternoon — Hippo
Track 7 (cont.): Knowledge Entrepreneurship & MSME Development
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Earnest Abaho  |  Discussants: Dr. Silvia Aarakit, Dr. Siraje Yiga, Prof. Joseph Sekhampu, Dr. Gastervas G. Rutwara
  • Ubuntu-Informed Knowledge Ecosystems for African MSME Competitiveness — Theresa Lisita
  • Does Scope Clarity Drive Project Success? Urban Road Construction in Kampala — Victor Birungi
  • ESG Initiatives and Growth of SME Agribusinesses — Joseph Nembo Lekunze, Edwill Mtengwa
  • Knowledge Entrepreneurship and MSME Development in Sub-Saharan Africa: Panel Data — Forget Mingiri Kapingura
  • Family Resources, Resilience and Absorptive Capacity in Family Businesses — Eunice Kabahinda
4:00 – 4:30 PM🤝 Networking Break
Power for Food Knowledge Partnership (2:00 – 4:00 PM) — Session Chair: Prof. Janet Kyogabirwe Bagorogoza
2:00 – 4:00 PM

Special Partnership Session

Advancing the Power for Food Knowledge Partnership

  • Introduction to the Power for Food Partnership and its KM Framework — Dr. Mary Suzan Abbo, CREEC
  • KM for Agricultural Development in Africa — Mr. Benjamin Abugri, FARA (online)
  • Knowledge Café: Towards a Power for Food Knowledge Agenda — Facilitated by Prof. Andreas Brandner
Evening Session — KM4D Award Ceremony (4:30 – 5:30 PM) — Chair: Mr. George Wafula, Commissioner HRD, Ministry of Public Service
4:30 – 5:30 PM
  • Introduction to the KM4D Award — Prof. Andreas Brandner
  • Keynote: Knowledge Management for Inter-American Development — Dr. Lorena Rodrigues, Division Chief, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) (online)
  • KM4D Award Ceremony & Speeches of Award Winners
5:00 PM🚗 Departure at Leisure

Day 4 — Business Forum & Official Closing Ceremony

Friday, 25 September 2026 • Hall: Crane Hall

Day Manager: Assoc. Prof. Rogers Matama
Chair: Prof. Vincent Bagire
Online Moderator: Dr. Shakila Nagujja / Mr. Duncan Kato
Sign Language: Mr. Oguttu Philemon, Mr. Mwinganiza Joseph, Mr. Kisole Sezi
08:00 – 08:30

Arrival & Registration

08:30 – 10:30

Opening Session

  • Welcome & Opening Remarks — Assoc. Prof. Rachel Mindra Katoroogo, PhD, Deputy Principal (MUBS)
  • Keynote Address: Dr. Arinaitwe Rugyendo — Principal Press Secretary to the Speaker, 12th Parliament of Uganda; Journalism Scholar, Makerere University; Managing Editor, ResearchFinds News & Science TV
  • Guest: Ms. Olive Lumonya — Chairperson, Makerere University Business School Council
  • Group Photo
10:30 – 11:00☕ Health Break
Business Forum — Panel Discussions
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Panel I — Entrepreneurship and Economic Growth

  • Mr. Bryan Mbasa — Senior Manager, MTN Foundation
  • Mr. Alex Asiimwe — Commissioner, Labour and Productivity
  • Mr. John Peter Mujuni — Executive Director, Microfinance Support Centre
  • Mr. Richard Zulu — Principal, Outbox
  • Ms. Babra Kasekende — Uganda Development Bank
  • Mr. Tillmann I. Guenther — Adolescent Development Manager, UNICEF Uganda
Moderator: Assoc. Prof. Diana Ntamu
12:00 – 1:00 PM

Panel II — Governance and Inclusive Development

  • Nesta Paul — CEO, Otic Foundation
  • Smith Matsiko — Commissioner, Ministry of Lands and Urban Development
  • Hon. Lenia Charity — Vurra County
  • Prof. Emmanuel Mutambara — Northwestern University
  • Hon. Gerald Nangoli — Elgon North County
Moderator: Dr. Maureen Basuuta
1:00 – 2:00 PM🍽️ Lunch
2:00 – 3:00 PM

Panel III — Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development

  • Steven Paul Ojambo — Uganda Revenue Authority
  • Andrew Ssali — National Planning Authority
  • Victoria Mbigidde — National Agricultural Research Organisation / FARA
  • Prof. Alice Lamwaka — Gulu University
  • Jude Rwamisisi — Uganda Management Institute
  • Dr. Andrew D. Kambugu — Infectious Disease Institute, McKinnel Knowledge Centre, Makerere University
Moderator: Dr. Annet K. Nabatanzi Muyimba
3:00 – 4:00 PM

Panel IV — Hospitality and Tourism for Sustainable Development

  • Mr. Kawere Richard — Principal, Hotel and Tourism Training Institute
  • Ms. Lilly Ajarova — Conservationist and Senior Presidential Advisor
  • Mr. Boaz Tumwesigye — Project Manager, Enabel
  • Mrs. Yewagnesh Birigwa — President, Uganda Tourism Association
  • Prince Wasajja — University of Kigali
Official Closing Ceremony (4:00 – 5:00 PM) — Crane Hall
4:00 – 5:00 PM

Official Closing Ceremony

Welcome & Opening Remarks — Prof. Moses Muhwezi, PhD, Principal, Makerere University Business School

Chief Guest: Rt. Hon. Jacob Oboth Oboth — Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda

Session Manager: Mr. Peter Odoki

5:00 PM🚗 Departure at Leisure

Acknowledgements

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Makerere University Council, Top Management, Principal Prof. Moses Muhwezi and Deputy Principal Assoc. Prof. Rachel Mindra Katoroogo for their invaluable guidance, leadership and support towards the successful organisation of this Conference.

We are deeply grateful to the Conference Organising Committee, particularly the Deans of Faculties and Heads of Departments, for mobilising scholarly contributions and providing leadership in chairing the various Conference tracks. We warmly acknowledge our Keynote Speakers, Panel Discussants, Presenters and Participants — including international delegates from University of Fort Hare and North West University — for enriching the Conference through their knowledge, expertise and active engagement.

Special appreciation goes to the Conference Organising Secretariat led by Mdm. Serina Atenyi and the dedicated team: Annet Bukenya, Deborah Bukenya, Pamela Ibembe, Dorothy Namara, Ali Masabira, Hadija Nabawanda, Patience Nuwenyine, Vivian Najjengo, Raymond Kamoga, Wycliff Kusiima, Rita Katusabe Morgan, Henry Kigozi, Ritah Naggayi, Babra Watata, Jennifer Namubiru.

Our sincere appreciation also goes to Online Moderators Duncan Kato and Dr. Shakila Nagujja; Communications Officer Mr. Peter Odoki; and the Publications Unit: Erinah Najjingo, Sumaia Namuyingo, Babra Owomugisha, Maria Amentono, Nanyondo Mwamini, Aisu Emmanuel.

— Assoc. Prof. Joshua Mugambwa, Dean Faculty of Management, Conference Chair, 30th MUBS AIMC 2026

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