Kampala University has graduated 3,514 students in various disciplines during its 23rd graduation ceremony held at its Ggaba campus. Of the total graduates, 1,812 were male and 1,702 were female.
The ceremony attracted thousands of parents, guardians and students.
Speaking at the event, Prof Mondo Kagonyera, the chancellor of the university, told the graduates that the milestone marked both an end and the beginning of a new journey filled with challenges and opportunities.
He urged them to be bold, innovative and resilient as they step into the world of work.
“Let integrity guide your actions and never underestimate the power of continuous learning. Learning should never stop,” Kagonyera said.
He added that degrees and diplomas should not be seen as mere certificates but as tools for transformation.
“Use them wisely to make a meaningful impact in your communities,” he said.
Kagonyera also called on graduates from the school of nursing to serve with professionalism and integrity, noting that they carry the trust of humanity.
He commended parents and guardians for their sacrifices in ensuring that students receive an education.
The chief guest, Dr Maggie Kigozi, praised the university’s founder Prof Badru Kateregga for his contribution to Uganda’s education sector.
Kigozi said Kateregga took a bold step in establishing the institution, which has since transformed many lives.
“During my time at the Uganda Investment Authority, we did not hesitate to grant him a licence because we had already seen his strategic vision,” she said.
She encouraged graduates to take up available job opportunities instead of waiting only for positions in their specific professions.
Kigozi also advised them to enrol in short courses to acquire additional skills that can complement their academic qualifications, citing business management among useful options.
This year’s graduation also saw several public figures graduate, including 12 members of parliament and a senior presidential adviser.
Among them was Kaliisa Karangwa, a senior presidential advisor who graduated from the School of Psychology.
