Four students from the University of Kigali have embarked on an exciting international academic journey through the KA171 Erasmus+ Mobility Project 2026, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s expanding global Research agenda. The initiative, led by Dr Ronald Kwena, the Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor for Research, Innovation and Enterprise as Principal Investigator, is being implemented in collaboration with Hochschule Kempten University of Applied Sciences, Germany. This partnership reflects a growing commitment to strengthening international research collaboration, student mobility, and innovation-driven learning.
The programme brings together a diverse cohort of students from Germany, partner universities in the Western Balkans, and selected institutions across Rwanda; The students will be joining their counterparts from University of Rwanda (UR) and University of Lay Adventists of Kigali (UNILAK). Participants will engage in interdisciplinary teamwork, working virtually throughout the semester to co-develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. The Erasmus+ KA171 funding framework supports this collaboration by covering travel and accommodation costs, ensuring equitable participation and fostering inclusive academic exchange.
Throughout the semester, students will collaborate in multicultural teams, gaining exposure to different academic perspectives, digital collaboration tools, and problem-solving approaches. The programme emphasizes experiential learning, cross-cultural communication, and innovation, aligning closely with the University of Kigali’s strategic focus on research excellence and global competitiveness. The involvement of the Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor underscores the institution’s commitment to embedding internationalization within its research and enterprise agenda.
The programme will culminate in a high-profile final event scheduled for 25 June 2026 at Hochschule Kempten in Germany. During this event, participating teams will present and pitch their project outcomes alongside activities linked to the renowned “5 Euro Business” course. Selected students, including representatives from the University of Kigali, will travel to Germany during calendar week 26 (22–26 June 2026) to participate in the final presentations, networking sessions, and collaborative engagements.This initiative not only enhances the academic and professional development of participating students but also strengthens institutional partnerships and reinforces the University of Kigali’s position within the global higher education landscape. By engaging in such collaborative platforms, students gain invaluable international exposure, positioning them as globally competent graduates ready to contribute to innovation and sustainable development in their respective regions.
