University of Rwanda Celebrates 10th Graduation Ceremony with Over 8,000 Graduates

This year’s graduates came from six colleges within the university, including the Colleges of Education, Science and Technology, Arts and Social Sciences, Business and Economics, Medicine and Health Sciences, and Animal Sciences. Among the 8,068 graduates, 3,109 were female and 4,959 male. The university awarded undergraduate, master's, and PhD degrees, with 53 students receiving doctorates.

In his speech, Prof. Didas Kayihura Muganga, Vice Chancellor of the University of Rwanda, commended the graduates for their dedication. “You faced challenges, but those experiences shaped you into leaders and forward-thinkers,” he said. He emphasized the responsibility they bear as ambassadors of the university, urging them to remain humble and committed to service.

Prime Minister Dr. Ngirente encouraged the graduates to contribute to Rwanda’s growth, highlighting that the nation awaits the impact of their skills and knowledge. "We trust that the education you received here will help you tackle the pressing challenges Rwanda faces," he noted, adding that more than 100 graduates from 24 countries were among the class, a testament to the university’s reputation.

Minister of Education, Joseph Nsengimana, extended his gratitude to the families and faculty who supported the students, recognizing their shared role in the day’s achievements. He expressed confidence in the graduates’ potential to effect change both in Rwanda and beyond.

The ceremony, attended by high-ranking officials, business leaders, and family members, closed with a procession led by the University of Rwanda’s School of Music, symbolizing the start of the graduates' next chapter in life.

University of Rwanda sends over 8,000 graduates into the workforce

Prime Minister Dr. Ngirente urges UR graduates to uphold strong values