A total of 9,526 students are graduating today, Friday, October 17, during University of Rwanda's 11th Graduation Ceremony

The students are from the university’s seven colleges, offering different courses.

Among them, 3,978 are females, representing 42 per cent of the total, while 5,548 are males.

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The academic awards featured at the ceremony 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 was graced by Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva, who joined the Minister of Education, senior government officials, university leaders, and parents.

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Didas Kayihura, UR&039;s Vice Chancellor, urged graduates to remain adaptable and ethical in an era defined by rapid technological change.

He reminded them that "continuous learning is a tool for staying relevant and at the forefront of knowledge and skills.”

Kayihura emphasised that the world of work is evolving faster than ever before, driven by artificial intelligence and digital innovation.

"Employment is as dynamic as the concept of change, curiosity and adaptability would be the greatest assets for the next generation of professionals. Use technology responsibly, noting that while AI offers great potential, it must be guided by integrity and concern for human well-being,” he said.

UR was formed in 2013 following the merger of the former National University of Rwanda and six other public institutions of higher learning.

It has more than 30,000 students in six colleges across the country. It offers up to 87 undergraduate programmes and 138 postgraduate programmes.