By our Reporter
In Dubai
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Kampala International University (KIU) has strengthened
its standing as one of Africa’s most dynamic and forward‑looking higher education
institutions after receiving the prestigious European Society for Quality Research (ESQR)
Quality Achievement Award. The ceremony, held yesterday at the prestigious Dusit
Thani Hotel Dubai, brought together over 50 global leaders in academia, business,
healthcare, construction, government agencies, diplomats and leaders in other sectors,
from 49 countries.
Representing KIU, Professor Muhammed Ngoma, the Vice Chancellor, delivered an
address that resonated with authenticity, pride and purpose. His words captured the
essence of KIU’s journey, its achievements, and its unshakable commitment to
transforming higher education on the African continent.
“Distinguished guests, fellow award winners, ESQR members, ladies and gentlemen,
good morning to you. On behalf of Kampala International University, together with my
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Professor Abanis Turyahebwa, you can wave to the people, it is
our honour to be here this morning to receive this ESQR award,” he began, drawing
warm applause from the international audience.
He expressed gratitude to ESQR for extending KIU a second opportunity to participate in
person after the university missed the earlier ceremony in Stockholm. “We missed out on
the function in Stockholm. Nonetheless, we are happy that ESQR agreed to invite us to
receive this award here in Dubai today,” he noted.
Professor Ngoma then turned to the university’s evolution and rising influence. “Kampala
International University leads the way in education excellence in the region. It is,
therefore, our great honour that we have been singled out to receive this award. This
award reflects our unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovation and
high‑quality education.”
Established in 2001, KIU has grown into East Africa’s largest private university. Its
multicultural footprint is reflected in a student body drawn from more than forty.
