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Dr. Cyprien Sikubwabo

Lecture, Graduate School
ADVCA-Musanze

Dr. Cyprien Sikubwabo (PhD) is a Rwandan education scholar, academic leader, and Senior Lecturer specializing in Educational Leadership and Management. He has over fifteen years of experience in higher education, teaching, research, and university administration. 

Dr. Sikubwabo holds a PhD in Educational Leadership and Management from the University of Rwanda, alongside Master’s degrees in English (Linguistics and Literature) and Educational Planning, Management, and Administration respectively. His academic and professional journey reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation in education, language studies, leadership, and institutional management.

Throughout his career, Dr. Sikubwabo has served in several senior academic and managerial positions, including Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of Kigali, Vice-Chancellor of Kigali Independent University (ULK), and Deputy Vice-Chancellor in Charge of Academics of Kigali Independent University (ULK). In these roles, he has provided strategic leadership in academic planning, curriculum development, quality assurance, policy formulation, and institutional growth. 

As a lecturer, Dr. Sikubwabo has taught a broad range of courses in education, linguistics, literature, research methodology, communication, and management at institutions such as the University of Kigali, Rwanda Polytechnic, Mount Kenya University, Mahatma Gandhi University-Rwanda, and INES-Ruhengeri. He has supervised many postgraduate and undergraduate research projects, demonstrating his commitment to mentoring emerging scholars and researchers.

Dr. Sikubwabo is also an active researcher and prolific author, with numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and published books focusing on educational leadership, student enrollment, language education, workforce transition, and institutional effectiveness. He serves as a reviewer for several international and regional scholarly journals.  Beyond academia, Dr. Sikubwabo is actively engaged in professional and regional higher education bodies, including the Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) and university governance structures.  

  • Books 
  1. Sikubwabo, C. (2026). Great Mistake. Nairobi : Bleeding Ink Scribes Publishing Ltd
  2. Sikubwabo, C. (2025). Key Determinants of University Graduates’ Success in Securing Employment in Labor Market. Moldova, ChiÈ™inău: Generis Publishing. 

 

  • Journal Articles
  1. Sikubwabo, C., Ndayisaba , J. C., Uwizeyimana, F., & Ngabonziza, J. C. (2026). Examining the Effect of Learner’s participation in Sport Activities on their Academic Performance in Secondary Schools: A Case of Rubavu, Rwanda . ULK Scientific Journal, 47(1). Retrieved from https://www.ajol.info/index.php/ulksj/article/view/320801
  2. Nyirabatagatifu, Y. & Sikubwabo, C.(2025). Effect of Employee Motivation Practices on Achievement of the Performance Contracts of Private Organizations: A case of Rutsiro District, Rwanda. ULK Scientific Journal, 46(2), 1-21.
  3. Maniteze, L., Oniye, A. O., & Sikubwabo, C. (2025). Comparative analysis of learning style preferences and learners’ academic performance in selected Rwandan secondary schools: Evidence from Rwamagana District. African Journal of Empirical Research, 6(3), 109–128. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.6.3.9
  4. Nshunguyimana, J. B., Owino, E. A., & Sikubwabo, C. (2025). Digital resource utilization and learners’ academic performance in technology-enhanced classrooms in secondary schools in Gakenke District, Rwanda. African Journal of Empirical Research, 6(3), 41–55. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.6.3.3
  5. Muyizere, L., Oniye, A. O., & Sikubwabo, C. (2025). Effect of communication techniques on learners’ academic performance in selected nine years basic education schools, Rubavu District, Rwanda. African Journal of Empirical Research, 6(2), 729–746. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.6.2.61
  6. Sikubwabo, C., Muhirwa, A. & Ntawiha, P. (2025). Regulatory Frameworks for Higher Education as a Predictor for the Decrease of Student Enrollments in Selected Private Tertiary Institutions in Rwanda. Interchange, 56(1), 31-54 https://doi.org/10.1007/s10780-025-09535-4
  7. Tuyishime, J.B. & Sikubwabo, C.(2025) Examining the Influence of Employee Training and Development on Service Delivery inRwandan Local Government Entities: A Case of Rubavu District, Rwanda. ULK Scientific Journal, 46(1), 1-26. https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ulksj.v46i1.4
  8. Sikubwabo,C., Ndayisaba, J.C., Uwizeyimana, F. & Ngabonziza, J.C. (2025) Understanding Root causes of Low Academic Engagement among University Students and Strategies for Improvement: A case of Rwanda. ULK Scientific Journal, 46(1), 1-23. https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ulksj.v46i1.2
  9. Irakoze, J., & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Determinants of Students’ Mastery of English Language as the Medium of Instruction in Rwandan Universities. African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(3), 614–628.  https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.3.53
  10. Ntahomvukiye, S. P., & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Effect of School Facilities on Learner’s Academic Performance in Science Subjects in Secondary Schools: A Case of Rutsiro District, Rwanda (2021-2023). African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(2), 690–709. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.2.61
  11. Mukuru, B., & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). The Role of Early Childhood Education in Boosting Learning Abilities at Subsequent Levels: A Case of Selected Primary Schools in Musanze District, Rwanda. African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(2), 725–735. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.2.63
  12. Musabwayire, J., & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Effect of School Leadership Practices on the Commitment of Secondary School Teachers in Musanze District, Rwanda. African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(2), 550–563. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.2.47
  13. Mutuyimana, V. & Sikubwabo C. (2024). Employees’ Motivation Practices and  the  Performance  of  Public  Institutions:  A  Case  of  Musanze  District  Rwanda. Journal of Human Resource & Leadership, 8 (3), 103-121. https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t2405
  14. Sikubwabo, D. C., Rukundo, D., Ruhumuriza, G., & Mukunzi, D. (2024, May 18). Transitioning from Academia to Workforce: Addressing the Challenges Faced by University Graduates in Securing Employments in the Labor Market. African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, 7(4), 167-173. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.2022/ajest.v7i4.1036
  15. Aradukunda, A., & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Influence of Financial Resources Management on Project Performance in Public Institutions: A Case of Kigali City (2018-2022). African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(2), 411–425. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.2.35
  16. Mbonimana, S., & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Effect of Learner-Centered Approach Application on Learning Outcomes in Secondary School at Advanced Level: A Case of Rulindo District, Rwanda (2021-2023). African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(2), 250–266. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.2.23
  17. Ntabwoba, L., & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Influence of Family Background on English Language Proficiency among Learners in Nine and Twelve Years Basic Education Schools: A Case of Musanze District, Rwanda. African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(2), 119–134. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.2.12
  18. Hakizimana, F., & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Effect of Parents’ Participation in Secondary Schools Activities on Students’ Academic Achievement: A Case of Nyabihu District, Rwanda. African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(2), 98–108. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.2.10
  19. Sikubwabo, C., Mitari, M., Nkurikiyimfura, J. B., Uwamariya, J., & Niyonsaba, T. (2024). Exploring Effective Strategies to Address Shortcomings in Spoken English Among Students in Rural Primary and Secondary Schools in Non-Native English-Speaking Nations. African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(1), 463–475. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.1.45
  20. Mukamana,J. & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). The effect of monitoring and evaluation on the local government projects’ performance: A case of modern market building projectin Musanze District. Global Scientific Journals, 12 (1), 2460-258.
  21. Mukeshimana, A. & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Effect of Women’s Development Projects in Improving the Social Welfare of the Beneficiaries: A Case of Mother and Child Development Center in Gakenke District. Journal of Entrepreneurship and Project Management, 8 (2), 47-57. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t4247
  22. Nyirasafari, M. & Sikubwabo, C. (2024). Influence of project management skills on project sustainability:  A case of vision 2020 Umurenge program in Burera district. Global Scientific Journals, 12 (1), 667-727.
  23. Habiyaremye, A. D. & Sikubwabo, C. (2023). Effect of Project Planning Practices on the Performance of Tourism Projects: A Case of Sabyinyo Community Livelihood Association, Kinigi Sector, Musanze District. Journal of Entrepreneurship and Project Management, 7 (15), 152-162. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t2293
  24. Nkurunziza A., & Sikubwabo, C. (2023). Effect of Stakeholders’ Management  Practices  on  the  Performance  of Social  Protection  Projects:  A  Case  of  Girinka Program in Musanze District, Rwanda. Journal of Entrepreneurship & Project Management, l7(15), 140-151 DOI: https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t2289
  25. Zenawii, L.A. & Sikubwabo, C. (2023). Influence of Socio-economic factors on the performance of Agricultural projects: A case of Rwanda Dairy development projects, Musanze District, Rwanda. Journal of Entrepreneurship & Project Management, 7 (15), 21-33. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t4228
  26. Nzamwita, D. & Sikubwabo, C. (2023). Effect of Monitoring and Evaluation on Performance of Water Supply Projects in Gakenke District, Rwanda. Journal of Entrepreneurship & Project Management, 7 (9), 22-36.
  27. Masengesho, S. & Sikubwabo, C. (2023). Effect of students’ behaviors management strategies on their academic performance in secondary schools in Rwanda: A case of secondary schools in Burera district. Global Scientific Journals,11 (2), 264-274
  28. Mugiraneza, S. & Sikubwabo, C. (2023). The effect of African Institute for Mathematics and Sciences teacher training program on the improvement of teacing Mathematics and sciences at selected secondary schools, Musanze District, Rwanda, Global Scientific Journals,11 (1), 1428-1446.
  29. Niyonsaba, A. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Teacher personnel Management and learning effectiveness in Rwandan primary schools. A case of Burera District [Rwanda]. Voice of Research, 10 (4), 1-12.
  30. Umuhoza C. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Classroom management techniques and students’ academic performance in private secondary schools in Musanze District, Rwanda. International Journal of all research Writings, 3(7), 93-97.
  31. Uwanyirigira, M.C. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Teachers’ working conditions and learners’ academic performance in Rwandan public secondary schools: A case of Burera District (2014-2019). Voice of Research, 10 (4), 13-22.
  32. Mutabeshya, C. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Effect of family socio-economic status on students’ academic achievement in Nine Years Basic Education (NYBE) schools. A case of Rubavu District, Rwanda. Voice of Research, 41 (9), 36-52.
  33. Minani, J.P. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). The role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in empowering women in Rwanda: A case of Rubavu District. Voice of Research, 10 (4), 111-126.
  34. Ndandu, M. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Contribution of Competence Based Curriculum to the improvement of learning in Rwandan Secondary schools: A case of Burera District. Voice of Research, 41 (12), 25-40.
  35. Ngabonziza, J.C. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Investigating the causes of school dropout in Nine Years Basic Education schools in Rwanda and its possible solutions: A case of Rutsiro District. Voice of Research. 10 (4), 153-161. 
  36. Rukundo, D. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Contribution of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) program in promoting employment opportunities Among the youth in Rwanda: A case of Nyabihu District. Voice of Research, 10 (3), 17-31.
  37. Nshimiyimana, P. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Contribution of instructional supervision practices by the school authorities in improving learners’ academic performance in private secondary schools in Burera District, Rwanda.  Voice of Research, 10 (4), 23-29.
  38. Uwizeyimana, V. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Discipline enforcement techniques and students’ academic performance in Rwandan Nine and Twelve Years Basic Education schools: A case of Musanze District (2017-2019). Voice of Research, 10(3), 1-7.  
  39. Habihirwe, P.  &  Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Effects of information and communication technology on students’ learning behavior in Rwandan secondary schools in Musanze district. Voice of Research, 11 (1): 47-71
  40. Amani, M.C. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Effect of community engagement on learners’ academic performance in rwandan primary schools. a case of Kanzenze and Mudende sector (s) in Rubavu district (2015/2020). Voice of Research, 11(1): 97-108.
  41. Bizimana, E. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Planning for Teaching as a Predictor for Trainees Academic Performance in Rwanda Polytechnic: A Case of IPRC Huye and IPRC Kitabi. International Journal Of All Research Writings,
  42. Parsien, J.C. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Effect of Extracurricular Activities on Learning Process in Rwandan Public Boarding Secondary Schools: A Case of Rwamagana District/Rwanda (2014/2019). Voice of Research, 10(4): 30-36.
  43. Mugeni, M.C. & Sikubwabo.C. (2022). Effect of E-learning utilisation during Covid-19 on learning effectiveness in Rwandan public higher learning institutions : A case of UR-CAVEM, Voice of Research, 11(3): 97-108.
  44. Niyonzima, S. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Assessing Free Basic Education and learning outcomes of 12 years basic education schools : A case of Burera District. Voice of Research, 11(3): 33-45.
  45. Nduwayo, J. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022).  Effect of teacher professional development practices on English learning outcomes in Rwandan primary schools: A case of Musanze district. Voice of Research, 11(2): 1-12.
  46. Mpinganzima, S. & sikubwabo, C. (2022). Effect of teacher’s time management, preparation; and program completion on learner’s academic achievement in Rwandan primary schools. A case of Nyakabanda Sector, in Nyarugenge District (2014/2019). Voice of Research, 11(2): 13-27. http://www.voiceofresearch.org/Doc/Sep-2022/Sep-2022_2.pdf
  47. Ndayisaba, J.C. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Effect of school feeding program on students’ academic performance in Rubavu district of Rwanda (2020-2021). Voice of Research, 10(4): 74-84. https://econpapers.repec.org/paper/vorissues/2022-41-08.htm
  48. Mutabeshya, C. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Effect of family socio-economic status on students’ academic achievement in nine-year basic education (9YBE) schools. A case of Rubavu district, Rwanda. Voice of Research, 10(4): 85-110.
  49. Niyotwagira, M. & Sikubwabo, C. (2022). Parental Involvement And Learner’s Academic Performance In Nine Years Basic Education. Case Of Mukamira And Jenda Sectors In Nyabihu District, Rwanda. 2014/2019. Global Scientific Journals, 10 (2), 1113-1141.
  50. Sikubwabo, C. (2021). Understanding the effect of domestic violence on learning effectiveness among primary school learners. A case of Rubavu District. Inkanyiso: The Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 12(2), 13-33.
  51. Bavugirije, F. Umutoni, O. & Sikubwabo, C. (2021). Family background and academic performance of learners in some twelve years basic education schools of Rwamagana district in Eastern Province, Rwanda. International Journal of all Research Writings, 3(6), 2582-1008.
  52. Sikubwabo,C.,  Muhirwa, A. & Ntawiha, P. (2020). Considering graduate employability as a predictor for the shrinking of student enrollments in selected private tertiary institutions in Rwanda. African Journal for the Psychological Study of Social Issues, 23 (2), 54-70.
  53. Sikubwabo C., Muhirwa A. & Ntawiha P. (2020). Understanding the institutional influence on the falling of student enrollments in private higher education institutions: A case of Rwanda. International Journal of Community Research, 9(4): 89 – 99.
  54. Sikubwabo,C.,  Muhirwa, A. & Ntawiha, P. (2020). Exploring effective strategies to revamp the student enrolments in private tertiary institutions: A case of Rwanda. Inkanyiso: The Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 12(2), 130-144.
  55. Sikubwabo,C., Muhirwa, A. & Ntawiha, P. (2020). Investigating the Influence of Family Factors on the Decrease of Student Enrollments in Selected Private Higher Learning Institutions in Rwanda. IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science (IOSR-JHSS), 25(7), 46-58. DOI: 10.9790/0837-2507124658  
  56. Sikubwabo,C., Muhirwa, A. & Ntawiha, P. (2020). Investigating the Influence of Employment Factors on the Decrease of Student Enrollments in Selected Private Higher Learning Institutions in Rwanda. International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI. 7(7), 195-202.  
  57. Sikubwabo C., Muhirwa A. & Ntawiha P. (2020). An investigation of institutional factors influencing the decrease of student enrollments in selected private higher learning institutions in rwanda. European Journal of education studies, 7(9): 56 – 76. 

Dr. Cyprien Sikubwabo has research interests in educational leadership and management, particularly in higher education institutions. He focuses on student enrollment, access, retention, and academic success in universities. He is also interested in curriculum development, quality assurance, and institutional effectiveness. His work includes language education, pedagogy, and learner academic performance across education levels. Additionally, he studies higher education policy, governance, and graduate employability in relation to the labor market.

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