Mr. David Ochari, Acting Librarian at MUBS, is promoting reading, innovation, and a culture of knowledge-sharing during Library Week.
Makerere University Business School (MUBS) held its annual Library Week from October 6 to 10, 2025, urging students and faculty to reconnect with reading and innovation. The week’s theme was “Informed Readers, Empowered Communities”. The event highlighted the library’s enduring role as a hub for knowledge in an increasingly digital world.
MUBS Principal Prof. Moses Muhwezi, described the library as a “natural habitat” for academics and a hub for expanded horizons, especially in an age of digital distraction. “Library Week should serve as a platform to reconnect people with the library, a hub for knowledge and expanded horizons,”
He further stated that, “For academics, the library is more than just a resource, it’s a natural habitat that sparks creativity and provides a much-needed respite from digital overload. I urge everyone to prioritize seeking knowledge and explore innovative solutions, such as digital audio platforms, to enhance the reading experience.” The celebration aimed to raise awareness of the evolving role of libraries in the digital age, urging students and staff to embrace both traditional learning spaces and modern technological platforms. It was a week of reflection, engagement, and renewed commitment to knowledge-seeking.
Mr. David Ochari, Ag. Librarian at MUBS, emphasized the evolving role of libraries in today’s learning environment. “In today’s knowledge-driven world, being informed goes beyond simply reading,” he said. “It requires digital literacy, critical thinking, and the ability to evaluate and apply information effectively.” As the academic year progresses, the message from the Principal and the Library team serves as a timely reminder: in the pursuit of knowledge and innovation, the library remains an essential companion.
A key highlight of the week was the Library Quiz Competition, which brought together students from various faculties in a spirited academic contest. The Faculty of Procurement and Logistics Management emerged as the overall winner, followed by the Faculty of Business Administration in second place, and the Faculty of Commerce in third.