About Us
Our Team
Our dedicated team of researchers, scholars, and experts brings together the best of China and Uganda to foster impactful academic exchange and drive innovative solutions.
Dr. Joshua Mugambwa
Dr. Mugambwa Joshua, Dean of the Faculty of Management at Makerere University Business School (MUBS), Kampala, Uganda. He holds a PhD in public policy from Makerere University. With a diverse educational background, including master's degrees in governance and development, management, and postgraduate diplomas in education and management, he also earned a Bachelor of Industrial and Fine Art from Makerere University. In 2022, Dr. Joshua contributed to the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) China project, conducting year-long research on the impact of Chinese investments in Uganda. His research interests span public policy, leadership, children in development, sustainable development, and governance.
Judith Flavia Nakirijja
Judith Flavia Nakirijja, PhD candidate and lecturer at Makerere University Business School (MUBS), earned her master's in business administration from MUBS. In 2022, as part of the United States Institute of Peace's (USIP) China Project, she focused on researching Chinese investments in Uganda's energy sector.
Joel Odota
Joel Odota, with a Master of International Relations (China-focused) from the Yenching Academy of Peking University, Beijing, is currently pursuing a second master's in international relations at the Australian National University. His expertise encompasses China-Africa relations and China-US relations.
Richard Mbayo
Richard Mbayo is a PhD student at the Department of Politics and International Affairs of Northern Arizona University, USA, researching US-China relations in Africa on peace, security, and foreign aid diplomacy. He holds a Master of China Studies from the Renmin University of China.
Focus Areas
We specialize in diverse research areas crucial to both China and Uganda within the broader international system. Our expertise spans topics ranging from the Chinese Belt and Road Initiative to party politics, culture, education, and more, demonstrating our commitment to a comprehensive understanding of key issues.
Politics & Diplomacy
Our research focuses on Chinese and Ugandan politics and diplomacy throughout various historical periods, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of contemporary China-Uganda relations.
Economy
China has emerged as Africa's largest trading partner, a prominent credit provider, and a substantial source of foreign direct investment (FDI) over the past two decades. Uganda has been one of Africa's largest beneficiaries of the Chinese rise. We explore the challenges and opportunities in China-Uganda economic relations.
People & Culture
The growing interaction between China and Africa underscores the need for a nuanced understanding of the respective peoples and cultures. Our think tank delves into people-to-people interactions, revealing the evolving dynamics between these two diverse groups.
Environment & Health
In recent times, the surge in Chinese investments in Uganda's infrastructure has sparked debates on sustainability and the ecological impacts of these projects. Simultaneously, the outbreak of COVID-19 exposed vulnerabilities in the public health systems of both countries. However, the reactions of China and Uganda during this crisis significantly influenced the shape of their relations. Through critical research, we delve into these dynamics to uncover valuable insights.
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