education 9 April 2026 Howwe Entertainment
Gracious Kadondi Wins Makerere Guild Presidency Over Hannah Karema
Gracious Kadondi of the National Unity Platform (NUP) has been elected as the 92nd Guild President of Makerere University, defeating Hannah Karema with 6,801 votes to her 5,787. The race made history as it featured two prominent female candidates, boosting female representation in student politics. Source: https://www.howwe.ug/news/entertainment/42777/kadondi-defeats-hannah-karema-in-makerere-guild-race
Gracious Kadondi, representing the National Unity Platform (NUP), has emerged victorious in the Makerere University Guild President election. She clinched the position of the 92nd Guild President by securing 6,801 votes against Hannah Karema’s 5,787.
This election stands out as a landmark event, with both top contenders being strong female candidates. It has shifted the dynamics of student leadership at Uganda’s leading university.
Despite Hannah Karema’s energetic campaign and optimism, she narrowly missed the win in this intensely followed contest.
Kadondi’s success marks a significant achievement for NUP on campus and establishes her as a key figure in Makerere’s history. The competition has been lauded for promoting women in leadership and motivating future student leaders.
Source: Howwe Entertainment