Gulu University Strengthens Innovation and Entrepreneurship Through MIIC Partnership

Gulu University has on 16th October 2026 strengthened its capacity to promote innovation and entrepreneurship among staff and students following a three-day institutional readiness and capacity-building programme conducted by the Makerere Innovation and Incubation Centre (MIIC), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development and Gulu University.

The programme brought together university staff and students to strengthen practical skills in innovation, design thinking, problem-solving and the development of ideas into potential solutions to real-world challenges.

The engagement combined institutional readiness assessments, hands-on staff training and student mentorship, equipping participants with the knowledge and practical tools needed to support innovation within the university.

During the programme, lecturers and university staff received training in ideathon facilitation, problem and solution tree analysis, value proposition design, pitching techniques, prototyping basics and team role assignment.

Through its partnership with MIIC and the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Gulu University continues to strengthen its role in creating an environment where staff and students can develop innovative approaches to addressing societal challenges.