Faculty of Applied Science and Technology (FAST)

Members of the automation club with their mentor Mr. Asiimwe Robert. The Automation Club empowers engineering students to build real-world smart systems, enhance practical skills, and drive innovation through robotics, IoT, and AI. @mues_must @MUST_CITT @MUCOSAMUST @MbararaUST

The Estates and Works team commended FAST students for their outstanding work demonstrated so far and reaffirmed their commitment to providing full support toward future collaborative initiatives.

This partnership marks another step forward in FAST’s mission to bridge theory and practice — preparing competent engineers ready to make a meaningful impact.

The Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology (FAST) had the pleasure of hosting the University Engineer, Eng. Byabashaija Achilles, and the Head of Procurement, Mr. Aggrey Amanyabyoona, in a strategic engagement aimed at strengthening collaboration.

Congratulations to Mulondo Nelson Trevor (Year 2, PEEM) of @MbararaUST on emerging overall winner of the Essay Writing Competition at the 11th Annual Oil & Gas Convention. A proud moment showcasing excellence in energy discourse and innovation. Succeed We MUST

Indeed, this was a timely and insightful visit. We extend our sincere appreciation to @PbyakikaPauline for your able leadership, and to @EDiC and @NsteiSep for the valuable experience shared. We remain committed to strengthening and expanding our collaboration moving forward.

Celebrating the hard work and innovation of our staff and students driving the future of science and technology. #LabourDay #FASTMUST

I opened the 11th Oil and Gas Convention at Speke Resort Munyonyo today morning. This year’s convention comes at a defining moment in Uganda’s oil journey, as we count down the days to first oil. Oil production will no doubt unlock Uganda’s full economic potential. The petroleum sector is a strategic catalyst for our tenfold growth ambition—from a $50 billion economy to $500 billion by 2040—anchored in agro-industrialisation, tourism, mineral-based industrialisation, and science and innovation. @Parliament_Ug remains fully committed to providing the necessary legislative support and oversight to ensure this sector delivers real value to Ugandans. We must prioritise transparency, strong local content participation, and meaningful investment opportunities for our people, especially in high-value segments of the industry. As we move from the infrastructure development phase to the oil production phase, the real opportunity lies in sustained enterprise growth, technology transfer, and positioning Uganda as a regional energy hub. The message is clear: the foundation has been laid—what we need now is disciplined execution. We used the same occasion to launch the new National Petroleum Policy 2025 which is a successor to the National Oil and Gas Policy, 2008. The new policy provides a comprehensive framework for the entire petroleum value chain as the country prepares for the first oil production this coming July. I congratulate the Minister @NankabirwaRS and her technical team @MEMD_Uganda on this milestone. I call upon all stakeholders; government, the private sector, and our regional partners to work together to ensure that petroleum becomes a driver of industrial transformation and shared prosperity for generations to come.

Big congratulations to Mulondo Nelson (Overall Winner ) and Katamba Calvin (2nd Runner-Up ) in Essay Writing at the 11th Annual Oil & Gas Convention. Proud moment for Department of Petroleum engineering and the entire FAST community where innovation meets excellence. @UNOC_UG

Well done. Succeed we Must

@kabuniversity @kiuvarsity @SorotiUniversi1 @EcureiUG 🤝 Powered by Sponsors This success was made possible by: Mbarara Sports Hub Bethany Engineering Limited Kreative Kampus Fundi Bots Nile Breweries @NBLUganda @FundiBots @BethanyEngrgLtd

🌍 Innovation without borders! Brilliant minds joined from: @kabuniversity @kiuvarsity @SorotiUniversi1 @EcureiUG Together, shaping the future of engineering in Uganda 🇺🇬✨

MUES Innovation Week 2026 Hosted by Mbarara University Engineering Students Society and graced by Chief Guest Dr. Hon. Elioda Tumwesigye, the event brought together top engineering minds for a week of innovation and impact. @MbararaUST @Dr_Elioda

💬 Key Message: Innovation Beyond Competition Chief Guest @Dr_Elioda emphasized: Every idea has impact potential Refine & scale your innovations Register companies Focus on commercialization 🚀 Think beyond the competition build solutions that matter. @PbyakikaPauline

@kabuniversity @kiuvarsity @SorotiUniversi1 @EcureiUG 💡 A Week of Innovation & Competition Activities included: ✔️ Quiz Challenge ✔️ MUES Debate ✔️ Paper Contest ✔️ Innovation Challenge (Main Event) Where ideas turned into real solutions.

Held from 13th–17th April 2026, the event brought together innovators from Mbarara University of Science and Technology and beyond