Academic Excellence

Kabale University Freshers Warned Against Night Movement as Orientation Continues

Kabale, Uganda – August 12, 2026: Newly admitted students at Kabale University have been urged to prioritize personal safety, avoid unnecessary movement at night and remain vigilant as they adjust to university life and a new environment. The call was made by the University’s Principal Communications and Branding Officer, Godfrey Joseph Sempungu, during the ongoing orientation...

FROM HILLTOP TO HIGH RANKS: How Kabale University is reshaping Uganda’s Higher Education Landscape

Kabale University has officially climbed to the 4th position in Uganda and surged 731 places globally in the latest Webometrics University Rankings. This places the university directly behind Makerere University, Kampala International University, and Mbarara University of Science and Technology. The Webometrics University Rankings assess institutions based on various criteria, including their online presence, impact,...

Kabale University Welcomes 8 Nigerian Technical Aid Corps Experts to Strengthen Teaching, Research and International Collaboration

Kabale University today, July 30, 2026, has officially welcomed eight highly qualified academic experts from the Federal Republic of Nigeria under the Technical Aid Corps (TAC) Program, marking the arrival of the University's sixth TAC cohort and reaffirming its commitment to international academic collaboration and capacity building. The team, comprising senior academics...

Prof. Joy C. Kwesiga Begins Faculty Farewell Visits, Celebrating a Legacy of Transformative Leadership

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Joy C. Kwesiga, has commenced a series of visits to academic units across the University as part of her ongoing farewell engagements with staff ahead of the conclusion of her tenure. The visits provide an opportunity to personally appreciate members of staff for their dedication, commitment and unwavering...

Kabale University Staff Urged to Uphold Governance Policies with Integrity and Compliance

Kabale, Uganda | July 17, 2026 Kabale University has reinforced its commitment to good governance, accountability, and excellence in academic administration through a two-day Policy Dissemination and Legal Risk Mitigation Workshop aimed at strengthening compliance with institutional policies and reducing legal risks. The workshop, organized by the Office of the University Secretary through the Legal Unit, brought...

Senior Staff Attend a Workshop on Mentorship at Jinja Civil Service College

We are glad to strengthen our leadership and lay strategies for shaping the future. To achieve this several of our professors have been undergoing Senior Academic Staff mentorship training at the Civil Service College Jinja. This is part of our broader strategy to build a strong university that will be a centre of excellence in...

Kabale University Strengthens Open and Distance eLearning Capacity Through Erasmus+ Study Exchange in Europe

University delegation joins partners on international mobility under the ODeL-UG project Kabale University has taken part in an international study exchange visit to Portugal and the Netherlands under the Erasmus+ supported ODeL-UG project. The project, titled ‘Enhancing Access and Quality of the Higher Education Landscape in Uganda through Open Distance...

Hon. Justice Mike Chibita Inspires Future Lawyers at Kabale University with Wisdom on Law, Life, and Leadership

The Faculty of Law at Kabale University on Friday, May 22, 2026, hosted Hon. Justice Mike Chibita for an inspiring and thought-provoking engagement with law students at the University Teaching Facility. The distinguished Justice of the Supreme Court of Uganda delivered a powerful address centered on the rule of...

Kabale University Women of Influence Retreat Inspires Women to Lead with Confidence, Wellness, and Purpose

Kabale University's Female staff members, under their umbrella of WIKAB, held a successful Women of Influence Mentorship Retreat at Bunyonyi Safari Resort on 10th May 2026, bringing together female academic and administrative staff for a transformative engagement centered on self-awareness, mentorship, leadership, wellness, and professional growth. The retreat created a powerful platform for...

Prof. Mesharch Katusiimeh inspired students to remain focused during the MDD competitions at Kashaka Girls Secondary School in Mbarara.

During the school’s annual MDD competitions on Sunday, April 26, 2026, Assoc. Prof. Katusiimeh challenged the students that discipline and character are key to long-term success. He emphasized the importance of respecting parents and teachers to achieve success at their level. Assoc. Prof. Katusiimeh challenged the students that discipline and character are key to...