Dr. Hellen Nambalirwa Nkabala

Dr Hellen Nambalirwa Nkabala is the Principal of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) at Makerere University. She holds a Ph.D. from a joint program between the University of Stavanger and Makerere University, along with postgraduate degrees in theology, peace and reconciliation studies, and educational technologies. With over 20 years of experience in teaching, research, and administration, Dr Nkabala specializes in biblical studies, peace and conflict resolution, and education management. She has held key leadership roles at Makerere, including serving on the University Council, Senate,
and as the first Director of the Rotary Peace Center. A seasoned resource mobilizer, she has secured and managed grants exceeding UGX 12 billion.
She is also a Paul Harris Fellow and a recipient of multiple international fellowships. As Principal of CHUSS, she is committed to advancing humanities and social sciences through research, teaching, and impactful collaborations.