On July 30, 2015, President Museveni received a Degree of Doctor of Literature (Honoris Causa) from the University of Dar es Salaam, in recognition of his notable contribution in the application of knowledge to solve real problems. 

Prof. Rwekaza Sympho Mukandala, Vice Chancellor of the University of Dar es Salaam presented the certificate to His Excellency Yoweri Museveni at Serena hotel Dar es Salaam.