UNIVERSITY OF KIGALI/ MUSANZE CAMPUS INDUCTION WEEK FOR NEW STUDENTS
The Induction Week at the University of Kigali /Musanze Campus was successfully conducted on 25/03/2026, marking a significant milestone in welcoming newly admitted students into the academic community. The event brought together key university officials, including the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academics (DVC-A), the Dean of Students, the Campus Administrator, the Quality Assurance Officer, the Head of the Department’s office, the Finance office, the Registrar’s office, and representatives from the Guild Council. The program was designed to formally introduce students to university life, academic expectations, and institutional values. Throughout the induction sessions, speakers emphasized the importance of discipline, integrity, and commitment to academic excellence as fundamental pillars for success. Students were encouraged to cultivate good character, actively engage in their studies, and take full responsibility for their personal and academic development. In addition to academic guidance, the induction provided an opportunity for students to familiarize themselves with university structures, support services, and governance systems. The presence of the Guild Council further highlighted the importance of student leadership and participation in campus activities. Taken together, the Induction Week was a success, effectively orienting new students to the university environment and equipping them with the knowledge and motivation needed to begin their academic journey with confidence and purpose. The event was well organized and highly engaging, with various presentations and interactions that enriched the students’ understanding of the university environment. Attached photographs from the induction sessions further illustrate students’ active participation and university officials’ involvement, providing visual evidence of the event’s success and impact.
University of Kigali Top Management conducts Strategic Benchmarking Visits to Kenyan Universities.
University of Kigali Top Management conducts Strategic Benchmarking Visits to Kenyan Universities. The University of Kigali (UoK) leadership team concluded a week-long benchmarking mission to leading universities in Kenya, aimed at strengthening academic quality, research capacity, and institutional governance in line with UoK’s 2025–2029 Strategic Plan. The high-level delegation included Prof George Kimathi, Vice Chancellor, Dr. Ronald Kwena, Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor Research, Innovation & Enterprise; Dr. Samuel Sindayigaya, Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor Academics; Dr. Wilson Musoni, Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration & Human Resources and Dean, School of Computing and Information Technology; and Mr. Bukomeko Bernadline, Associate Dean, Programmes. The visits to Strathmore University, Daystar University, and the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) focused on sharing experiences in research, academic programmes, student support, governance, and institutional management. From 24th to 26th September, the delegation was hosted by Strathmore University. The team engaged with the Centre for Teaching Excellence, which showcased innovative teaching practices and robust quality assurance systems for examinations. The delegation also met with the Institute of Healthcare Management, the Strathmore Research and Consultancy Centre, and the Centre for Intellectual Property & Information Technology, where discussions focused on research commercialization, consultancy, and intellectual property management. Strathmore University’s Vice Chancellor, Dr. Vincent Ogutu, emphasized the importance of culture and values as the foundation of institutional excellence. The visit concluded with a session at Strathmore Business School exploring opportunities for joint research, PhD supervision, and policy-driven innovation. UoK Team Meeting Strathmore University Vice Chancellor UoK Team Meeting Strathmore University Founder Prof Jim McFie UoK Team Meeting Strathmore Staff At Daystar University, the UoK team was hosted by senior management, including the DVC Administration, DVC Academic Affairs & Research, and the Director of Resource Mobilization. UoK Staff at Daystar University The delegation toured new infrastructure developments – including the School of Law Block, School of Nursing Block, student hostels, ablution blocks, a poultry project, water treatment plant, gymnasium, and Heroes Corner – which reflect Daystar’s investment in student welfare and campus expansion. Daystar also shared its successful models for resource mobilization, donor engagement, and alumni giving campaigns – valuable lessons for UoK as it diversifies its revenue streams. At CUEA, the UoK team met with leaders from the Vice Chancellor’s Office, the Directorate of Research and Innovation, the Academic Registry, and the University Press. Key highlights included: Research & Innovation Hubs for collaborative grants and regional partnerships; University Press & Publishing capacity for academic dissemination; Automation of academic registry functions and expansion of global library subscriptions and Innovation Hub for applied research and entrepreneurial initiatives. CUEA’s models offered solutions to some of UoK’s operational challenges such as delayed submission of marks, curriculum gaps, examination quality issues, and low research outputs.
Unity Club, UoK Urge ESSA to Embrace Ndi Umunyarwanda
Unity Club, UoK Urge ESSA to Embrace Ndi Umunyarwanda: The Unity Club Intwararumuri delegation visited the University of Kigali – Musanze Campus on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, to conclude the fourth phase of the 2025 “Ndi Umunyarwanda” program at the college and university level. The event was held at ESSA Ruhengeri, one of the secondary schools supported by the UBUMWE N’UBUDAHERANWA Club based at the University of Kigali – Musanze Campus. The Principal of the University of Kigali – Musanze Campus expressed his heartfelt gratitude to H.E. President Paul Kagame and the First Lady for initiating the Unity Club and for their continued leadership in promoting sustainable solutions that foster national unity. He warmly welcomed the Unity Club delegation, appreciating their consistent support and presence. He also extended his thanks to the management of ESSA Ruhengeri for their collaboration, and to all participants—especially the students—for their active engagement in the discussions centered on the theme: “NDI UMUNYARWANDA: Igitekerezo-ngenga cy’ukubaho kwacu” (The Foundational Idea of Our Existence). Dr. Hakizimana Leopord, Principal of the University of Kigali – Musanze Campus, delivering his remarks. Unity Club, UoK Urge ESSA to Embrace Ndi Umunyarwanda During the event, Madame Sylvie Ingabire, a member of the Unity Club and guest of honor from the Unity Club Intwararumuri Secretariat, was joined by several dignitaries, including Lieutenant Colonel Viateur Kabengera from the Rwanda Defence Force Command and Staff College (RDFCSC). In her address, Madame Ingabire began by recounting the origins of the Unity Club: “Unity Club is an organization founded on February 28, 1996, by Her Excellency First Lady Jeannette Kagame. She brought together Cabinet members, former Cabinet members, and their spouses to cultivate a culture of unity and peace, which serves as the foundation for a country’s sustainable development.” She emphasized the role and significance of unity and resilience forums within universities and higher learning institutions, highlighting that students in these environments have a responsibility to be catalysts of unity and resilience, given their position as intellectual leaders of society. PIC: Sylvie Ingabire, a member of the Unity Club, addressing the audience. Members of Ihuriro ry’Ubumwe n’Ubudaheranwa from the University of Kigali – Musanze Campus presented a play titled “Ishyano Risiga Irindi”, which depicted how Rwandans, once united during precolonial times, were divided by colonial forces. The performance illustrated how colonial rule introduced social classifications that led Rwandans to see themselves as belonging to separate groups. Fueled by the propaganda of a divisive regime, Hutu militias were manipulated into believing that the Tutsi minority were not human, leading to tragic neighbor-on-neighbor violence during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Years after the genocide, Rwanda now stands as a nation of peace and unity. Under the leadership of President Paul Kagame, the government has dismantled ethnic divisions and promoted Ndi Umunyarwanda as a shared national identity. The play also portrayed reconciliation efforts, including how convicted genocide perpetrators and survivors now live side by side in Reconciliation Villages—testimonies to the power of forgiveness and unity. Pic: During the dramatic performance by University of Kigali students, one scene portrayed how the Rwandan Patriotic Army (RPA) halted the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and restored security and stability to Rwanda.
