Kigali, October 17, 2025 — The University of Rwanda (UR) today celebrated its 11th Graduation Ceremony, conferring degrees and diplomas on 9,526 students from its seven constituent colleges.
Among the graduates, 3,978 are women, representing 42 percent, and 5,548 are men. The academic awards presented include 52 diplomas, 238 advanced diplomas, 8,462 bachelor’s degrees, 697 master’s degrees, 27 postgraduate certificates, 14 subspecialty certificates, one ordinary degree, and 35 PhDs.
The ceremony, held in Kigali, was presided over by Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva, alongside the Minister of Education, senior government officials, university leaders, and proud families of the graduates.
In his address, Professor Didas Kayihura, UR’s Vice Chancellor, congratulated the graduates and urged them to remain adaptable, ethical, and forward-thinking in a world rapidly transformed by artificial intelligence and digital innovation.
“Continuous learning is a tool for staying relevant and at the forefront of knowledge and skills,” Kayihura said. “The employment landscape is evolving faster than ever. Curiosity, integrity, and adaptability will be your greatest assets in the years ahead.”
He emphasized that while technology offers immense opportunities, it must always be guided by ethics and concern for human well-being.
Established in 2013 through the merger of the National University of Rwanda and six other public higher learning institutions, the University of Rwanda now serves over 30,000 students across six colleges nationwide.
UR offers 87 undergraduate and 138 postgraduate programmes, reinforcing its position as the country’s premier institution for higher education, research, and innovation.