Dr. Babalanda Stanley is a dedicated scholar and assistant lecturer in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Makerere University, Uganda. With a first-class honors Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences from Kyambogo University and a Master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies from Makerere University, Dr. Babalanda’s academic journey reflects a deep passion for political science, particularly within the contexts of peace and conflict studies, security studies, and diplomacy. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD in Political Science, focusing on Violent Conflicts to further contribute to both academic knowledge and real-world peace building efforts.
Throughout his academic career, Dr. Babalanda has demonstrated a strong commitment to research and teaching, with a particular emphasis on environmental security and political dynamics in Africa. His teaching experience spans multiple higher education institutions, including Makerere University, Kyambogo University, and Islamic University in Uganda. His contributions extend beyond the classroom, having supervised and mentored students in their academic progress while also engaging in various curriculum review initiatives.
- Babalanda, S. (2022). Border porousness and cross-border mobility management at Mpondwe, along Uganda-DRC border (Master’s dissertation, Makerere University).
- Elizabeth, K., Kanyamurwa, J. M., & Babalanda, S. (2022). Democratisation Processes Amidst Cultural Diversity in Uganda. In Democracy and Africanness (pp. 213-229). Springer, Cham.
- Kanyamurwa, J. M., Kakuba, J. S., Kaddu, R., & Babalanda, S. (2022). Elections and Domestic Peace in Africa: Assessing Peace Opportunities in Uganda’s 2021 Presidential Election. In Democracy and Africanness (pp. 161-176). Springer, Cham.
- Kikooma, J., Kyomuhendo, G. B., Muhanguzi, F. K., & Babalanda, S. (2022). Engaging men in gender transformative work in institutions of higher learning: A case of the men's hub at Makerere University. Frontiers in Sociology, 7.
- Mpawenimana, A. S., Kakuba, S. J., & Babalanda, S. (2024). Rwanda-Uganda border closure: The border-users socio-economic and security experiences. African Journal of Political Science and International Relations, 18(3), 107-118.
