MUST, German university developing new wound care drug
This innovative solution is being developed by the Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), which has been collaborating with the University of Leipzig on a project focused on traditional medicines and plants, expected to conclude by 2025.
Danny Ssozi, Uganda's deputy Head of Mission at Uganda's Embassy in Berlin, Germany (front centre in dark blue suit) with German ambassador to Uganda Mathias Schauer during one of the events. This was during a visit by officials from the Free State of Saxony and the Federal Government of Germany, along with representatives from NGOs in Germany, who visited Uganda from May 28th to 31st, 2025. (Courtesy Photo)
By John Masaba
Journalists @New Vision
MBARARA - Uganda is set to announce a new breakthrough in traditional medicine that aims to strengthen the local pharmaceutical industry and reduce reliance on imports within its medical sector, New Vision Online has learnt.
This innovative solution is being developed by the Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), which has been collaborating with the University of Leipzig on a project focused on traditional medicines and plants, expected to conclude by 2025.
The project aims to enhance development in this area, pending approval from the National Drug Authority (NDA) before commercial production begins.
The initiative seeks to integrate traditional practices with scientific research to pave the way for innovative healthcare solutions, economic growth, and sustainable development.
This was revealed by Uganda's deputy head of mission in Berlin, Germany, Danny Ssozi, during a visit by officials from the Free State of Saxony and the Federal Government of Germany, along with representatives from NGOs in Germany, who visited Uganda May 28-31, 2025.
The delegation engaged with officials from the German Embassy in Uganda to discuss various operational issues and explore further collaborations. Additionally, discussions were held with members of the Uganda NGO Forum and representatives of several German NGOs to consider potential partnerships.
Collaboration potential
During their visit, the delegation attended a business dinner organised by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, aimed at connecting Ugandan businesses with potential areas of collaboration.
Some Ugandan businesses represented included the Makerere Innovation and Incubation Centre, Mobile Scan Technologies, and the ICT Association of Uganda.
The delegation also visited the Gogo Electric facility in the Namanve Industrial Area, owned by a German investor, which specialises in assembling electric motorcycles and batteries. The purpose of this visit was to demonstrate investment opportunities in Uganda and identify areas where businesses can thrive.
Additionally, the delegation visited the Jesuit Refugee Services Centre in Nsambya, which partners with a German school on development initiatives for refugees and host communities.
The centre provides skills training in fields such as tailoring and urban farming, aiming to help refugees from Ethiopia, Eritrea, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Rwanda, as well as some Ugandans, become self-reliant.
The visit concluded with a networking ceremony at GIZ offices, where several dignitaries presented their proposals for partnerships and collaboration. MUST also presented on the progress and achievements of their collaboration with Leipzig University regarding traditional medicine and plants.