Embassy of Belgium in Uganda

During a recent visit to Makerere University our DevCo colleague Laureen Van Assche joined Enabel in Uganda colleagues to observe how the Initiative MAV+ supports access to safe, effective and affordable health products through strengthened research collaboration.

From February to May 2026, seven African researchers are taking part in a fellowship programme combining mentorship, laboratory shadowing and specialised training across African and European universities. At the Infectious Diseases Institute - Makerere University, led by Prof. Damalie Nakanjako, Makerere is hosting fellows from Ghana, Malawi, and Nigeria, while two Makerere researchers are also undertaking placements abroad.

A strong reminder that collaboration, science and investment in African talent remain critical to transforming research into health solutions and building resilient health systems.



Enabel Diplomatie.Belgium European Union in Uganda

|🖤💛❤️ Each week we are happy to share the latest Belgian news with you. Don’t miss the top 5 handpicked stories of the week, you can check them out via the link below!

1.In the under-25 category, a Belgian rider dominates international show jumping competitions. https://focusonbelgium.be/en/sport/rider-thibeau-spits-world-number-one © Pixabay

2.A rare drawing by Peter Paul Rubens has made it to the museum in Antwerp dedicated to him. https://focusonbelgium.be/en/culture/rubenshuis-acquires-rare-drawing-handwritten-letter © Rubenshuis

3.On the clay courts of Paris, new Belgian tennis figures are taking their first steps in a Grand Slam tournament. https://focusonbelgium.be/en/sport/tennis-belgiums-next-generation-rise-blockx-and-collignon © Belga

4.Who said flax was a thing of the past? In the Belgian province of West Flanders, it’s a booming industry. https://focusonbelgium.be/en/business/flax-making-comeback-belgium © Pixabay

5. With Virginie Efira more dazzling than ever and Emmanuel Macchia— the breakthrough discovery of director Lukas Dhont—Belgian cinema shone brightly on the Croisette. https://focusonbelgium.be/en/international/belgian-cinema-spotlight-cannes-film-festival © Shutterstock

|🖤💛❤️ Each week we are happy to share the latest Belgian news with you. Don’t miss the top 5 handpicked stories of the week, you can check them out via the link below!

1️⃣ After her world crown in 2025, the young Belgian has seized the European title and confirmed that she truly is the world’s number one in taekwondo.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/sport/taekwondo-sarah-chaari-claims-third-european-title ©Association belge francophone de taekwondo

2️⃣Steven Lowette, a physics professor from the University of Brussels (VUB) will take on an important role at CERN, the site of the Large Hadron Collider.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/science/belgian-professor-gets-important-role-cern ©Pixabay

3️⃣ As the FIFA world cup is fast approaching, Belgian national team manager Rudy Garcia has announced his selection.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/sport/these-red-devils-will-conquer-world-cup-summer ©Pixabay

4️⃣ Researchers from the University of Leuven have discovered a protein that can predict a relapse in Crohn’s disease after an operation.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/science/crohns-disease-breakthrough-ku-leuven-researchers ©Pexels

5️⃣ Enjoy a drink high above the city, eyes fixed on the capital, while spending a great moment on Brussels’ most beautiful rooftops — including the largest in Europe.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/lifestyle/europes-largest-rooftop ©Pexels

The Research & Study Fair originally scheduled for Thursday 4 June 2026 has been postponed in agreement with the Ministry of Education & Sports & Makerere University.

A new date will be announced soon by the organisers.

|🖤💛❤️ Each week we are happy to share the latest Belgian news with you. Don’t miss the top 5 handpicked stories of the week, you can check them out via the link below!

1️⃣ After a dramatic round of the World Rally Championship, Thierry Neuville secured his first victory of the 2026 season.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/sport/thierry-neuville-wins-rally-portugal © Shutterstock

2️⃣ The research institute Imec has just taken a major step forward in the semiconductor industry with a new machine capable of engraving chips at dimensions below one nanometer.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/business/worlds-most-advanced-machine-located-belgium © Imec

3️⃣ The Belgian establishment The Jane has been included in the ranking of the world’s best restaurants by a British travel magazine.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/lifestyle/belgian-restaurant-among-best-world © Pixabay

4️⃣ As part of the “160 Years of Friendship between Japan and Belgium” programme, the Folon Foundation presents an exhibition dedicated to Japanese architect Kengo Kuma.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/events/kengo-kuma-architecture-dialogue
© Fondation Folon/ADAGP, Paris, 2022

5️⃣ Charles Morren, the man who mastered vanilla
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/Do%20you%20know%20these%20Belgians/charles-morren-man-who-mastered-vanilla © Pixabay

Discover study, scholarship and research opportunities in Europe at the EU-Uganda Research and Study Fair!

📍Venue: Makerere University, Freedom Square
🗓️Date: 4 June 2026 |⏰08:30–17:00
🎟️Entrance: Free of charge

👉 Register: https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/1151c3ca-4da4-681d-859c-e28d0324cc58

|🖤💛❤️ Each week we are happy to share the latest Belgian news with you. Don’t miss the top 5 handpicked stories of the week, you can check them out via the link below!

1️⃣ Belgian para-athlete Léa Bayekula has improved her own world record in the 200 metres wheelchair race.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/sport/lea-bayekula-breaks-her-own-200-m-world-record © Gilles Dehérand / Paralympic Team Belgium.

2️⃣ Michelin Guide has unveiled all the awards granted to the best restaurants in Belgium.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/lifestyle/new-stars-michelin-guide-2026 © Shutterstock

3️⃣ Young cellists from all over the world are gathered in Brussels until June 10 for an edition marking the 75th anniversary of the prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/culture/cello-spotlight-queen-elisabeth-competition © Pexels

4️⃣ Researchers from Ghent University have just discovered a new and unprecedented trait in this emblematic representative of Australia’s wildlife.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/science/remarkable-trait-platypus-brought-light © Pixabay

5️⃣ Around twenty restaurateurs are joining forces to create the largest open-air restaurant on the Belgian coast. 🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/lifestyle/largest-open-air-restaurant-belgian-coast © Pexels

🇧🇪🇪🇺 On this , Belgium reaffirms its commitment to an EU built on democracy, the rule of law, human rights and solidarity.

A strong and united EU is key to remain a credible and reliable global partner, strengthening our capacity to safeguard security and prosperity.

🇪🇺 Happy ! We were delighted to join the festivities at the European Union in Uganda residence with colleagues and friends. As a founding member of the EU, we're proud to celebrate 76 years since the signing of the Schuman Declaration and also mark 50 years of the partnership!

|🖤💛❤️ Each week we are happy to share the latest Belgian news with you. Don’t miss the top 5 handpicked stories of the week, you can check them out via the link below!

1️⃣ Big birthdays call for big celebrations. This year’s Pride Week marks the 30th time the LGBTQ+ community takes to the streets of Brussels.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/events/big-anniversary-brussels-pride © Pexels

2️⃣Business is booming for Safran Aero Leaders, a Belgian company active in the aviation industry.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/business/safran-aero-leaders-becomes-billion-euro-company © Pexels

3️⃣ Have you heard of the tech hub in Ghent situated in a historical landmark that used to be a winter circus?
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/business/winter-circus-ghent-ai-hub © Pixabay

4️⃣ Belgian scientists are looking to the sea to explore a possible cure for fatty liver disease: they’re studying the impact of microalgae.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/science/can-belgian-researchers-work-microalgae-miracle-cure-liver-disease © Pixabay

5️⃣ UCB, a Belgian pharmaceutical company has taken over a US company in a move to spearhead the fight against epilepsy with a new treatment.
🔗 https://focusonbelgium.be/en/business/belgian-pharma-giant-takes-over-us-company © Pixabay