IEEE Energy Futures Summit
Theme: Building Uganda's Future Energy Workforce through Industry-Academia Collaboration
Friday, 11 September 2026
CEDAT Conference Hall, Makerere University
The IEEE Energy Futures Summit is a flagship professional development event organized by the IEEE Makerere University Student Branch to bridge the gap between academia and industry within Uganda's rapidly evolving energy sector.
Under the theme:
"Building Uganda's Future Energy Workforce through Industry-Academia Collaboration,"
the summit will bring together students, IEEE Young Professionals, academia, government agencies, and industry leaders from the power, energy, and oil & gas sectors to discuss emerging opportunities, workforce needs, and pathways for successful transition into professional practice.
The event will feature keynote talks, leadership panels, roundtable discussions, student innovation showcases, and structured networking sessions aimed at fostering mentorship, collaboration, and continued engagement within IEEE.
Participants will gain valuable insights into career opportunities, industry expectations, and professional development pathways while building meaningful connections with professionals and fellow future engineers.
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- 7062 University Rd, Kampala
- Wandegeya
- Kampala, Uganda
- Uganda 7062
- Building: CEDAT Conference Hall
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Agenda
Agenda
08:30 – 09:00
Registration and Networking
09:00 – 09:20
Opening Ceremony and Welcome Remarks
09:20 – 09:45
Keynote Address:
Uganda's Energy Future and Opportunities for Young Engineers
09:45 – 10:45
Industry Leadership Panel:
Preparing Uganda's Future Engineering Workforce
10:45 – 11:00
Tea Break and Networking
11:00 – 12:00
Industry-Academia Roundtable Discussion:
Bridging the Skills Gap and Strengthening Collaboration
12:00 – 12:30
IEEE Young Professionals Session:
From Student Member to Young Professional
12:30 – 13:00
Student Innovation Showcase
13:00 – 14:00
Networking Lunch and Mentorship Session
14:00 – 14:30
Closing Remarks, Way Forward and Group Photo
Organized by:
IEEE Makerere University Student Branch
In partnership with:
IEEE Young Professionals, IEEE Foundation and IEEE Uganda Section