Kampala International University successfully passed out 2214graduates in a twin celebration where the university marked her silver jubilee in a colourful event graced by thousands across the country abroad and the university.
Of the total graduands 1,270 were female and 893 male graduates, showcasing the continued growth and impact of the university.
Under the Competence-Based Education for Sustainable Development”,the 31st graduates travelled all along from different destinations to Western campus in ishaka Bushenyi.
Filled with joy,the graduands flanked by their parents, sponsors and guardians,the joy couldn’t be hidden with the most unforgettable days of their careers coming to past
75years Old widow, Irumba Betty graduated with Masters Degree in Public Adminatartion setting a record of the first oldest Masters graduant in KIU
Vice Chancallor Dr. Muhammed Ngoma in his remarks emphasized that the University natures a genenration that not only excel intellectually but also uphold values of intergrity , creativity and critical inquiry.
He stressed that over the past decade, we have grown from the grassroots to become the top-ranked private university in East Africa and the second-best university overall in Uganda.
Chairman Board of Trustees Al Hajji Hassan Basajjabalaba credited the staff – student grant model where many lectures and students managed to win different grants and the university is fully ready to support and widen the scope of the grant module
Ambassador John Shama Shaga Head of Mission Nigerian High commision in Uganda graced the 31st Graduation as the Guest of Honor encouraging the the graduants to apply the skills and values instilled in them during the course of study since the world they are now going into is more complex and competitive.
Kampala International University (KIU) is a private university in Uganda, established in 2001, and is known for its strong academic programs, research initiatives, and international diversity.
It is the top-ranked private university in Uganda and East Africa, according to the Webometrics rankings. KIU has two campuses in Uganda (Kampala and Ishaka-Bushenyi) and one in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. The university offers a wide range of programs in health sciences, science and technology, engineering, business, law, humanities.
KIU operates multiple campuses in Uganda and Tanzania and has attracted students and faculty from across Africa and beyond, fostering a multicultural learning environment.
KIU emphasizes research and innovation, with a commitment to fostering a research-driven culture.