The University of Kigali Centre for Applied Logistics and Supply Chain Management successfully hosted a Career Mentorship and Guidance Workshop on May 9, 2025, bringing together leading industry experts to mentor and engage students pursuing degrees in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Speaking during the opening of the workshop, Prof George Kimathi, the Vice Chancellor, University of Kigali, affirmed the University’s commitment to fostering practical skills for its students.

The workshop forms part of the University’s commitment to equipping students with practical skills and professional insights aligned with Rwanda’s Vision 2050, the Second National Strategy for Transformation (NST1), and regional frameworks including the African Union Agenda 2063 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The event featured keynote presentations and expert panels focusing on the future of logistics, employer expectations, customs operations, warehousing, freight forwarding, and job readiness. The opening session was delivered by David Rwigema, Chairman of the Freight Forwarders Association in Rwanda, who emphasised the strategic importance of logistics in driving economic development and regional integration.

Additional speakers included: