Jinja, Uganda: The Kyabazinga of Busoga, His Majesty William Wilberforce Kadhumbula Gabula Nadiope IV, has pledged support for a transformative partnership with Victoria University aimed at expanding access to modern, tech-driven learning across the Kingdom.
The commitment was made on Friday, June 27, during a high-level meeting between the Kyabazinga and Victoria University Vice Chancellor, Dr. Lawrence Muganga, at the Igenge Palace in Jinja.
Dr. Muganga, who described the audience with the Kyabazinga as inspiring and forward-looking, hailed His Majesty’s dedication to educational advancement and community development.
“His Majesty stands among the world’s most visionary and educated leaders. I greatly admire his firm commitment to the progress and welfare of the people of Busoga,” the VC said in a post via his official X account, shortly after the meeting.
During the engagement, the University’s Marketing and Student Recruitment Manager, Conan Businge Daniel, outlined VU’s innovative modular approach to learning, which left the Kyabazinga in awe. Businge commended the Kingdom’s zeal to champion education success in Busoga, describing Victoria University as the best-fit institution to deliver that vision.
“The Kingdom’s approach to a new phase in educating its people, and bringing Victoria University to the Royal table, is a sign that the footprint the institution has made is a deserved chest-thump,” said the University’s Public Relations Manager, Julius Bukyana.
On her part, the University’s Director of Cooperative Education, Dr. Shamim K. Matovu, briefed His Majesty Gabula Nadiope IV on Victoria University’s work placement and industry expert mentorship programs, which she said have redefined Uganda’s learning culture and erased outdated education traditions.
The Kyabazinga deeply expressed his sincere gratitude to a university whose global reputation he described as solid and dependable. He commended Victoria University for its steadfast growth over the past years and its commitment to making higher education accessible, innovative, and inclusive.
VC Muganga emphasized that Victoria University was eager to work closely with the Busoga Kingdom to ensure no learner is left behind and that young people can access opportunities that transform their lives and communities.
“By working together, I am confident we will unlock new opportunities, empower countless young minds, and build a brighter, more inclusive future for generations of Ugandans in Busoga and beyond,” Dr. Muganga added.
The Kyabazinga’s engagement with Victoria University affirms growing efforts by the institution to leverage technology and partnerships to bridge educational gaps in eastern Uganda.
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