ARTS AND CULTURE

The Baganda Nkobazambogo champions the 2023 KIU Cultural Gala

Kampala International University (KIU), Main Campus-On Saturday 25th, February 2023, finally held the first cultural Gala since the outbreak of COVID-19 in 2020. Buganda Nkobazambogo edged KIU Kitara Students Association to claim the ultimate prize.

Hon. David Bahati, the minister of state for trade was the guest of honour at this year’s cultural gala. The Kisoro-born minister proved his love for culture by taking to stage to dance with the KIU Kisoro Students Association cultural dance performers.

Bahati advised students to love their heritage as it contributes greatly to their identity, values and orientation.

“What has happened today is not a competition amongst tribes or cultures, it is a celebration of unity in diversity. I, therefore, request each one of us to love their culture and heritage for it gives us a sense of belonging and contributes to patriotism, loving one’s country,” he said.

Bahati commended KIU for embracing cultural diversity and allowing students to exhibit and celebrate their cultures.

“I want to thank KIU for embracing culture, I am grateful to this University for having organized this, it is a celebration of Unity,” He said.

A total of 19 cultural Associations participated in the 2023 cultural gala and each presented with passion and pride.

 Basoga Nseete, Baganda Nkobazambogo, Banyarwanda, Bafumbira, Banyankole, Iteso, Samia, Bamasaba, Somali, Banyole, Banyoro, Batooro and others kept revelers on edge with some incredible performances, especially in the cultural dance.

Kampala International University Cultural Gala 2023

The cultural gala was attended by among others, KIU Vice-chancellor Prof. Mouhammed Mpezahingo, Assoc. Prof Janice Desire Busingye, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Finance and Administration, the acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor –Research Innovation and Extension Prof. Durraiz Rehman, Dean of student affairs, Ms. Agnes Najjuma, the University administrator, Ms. Judith Bakakimpa, the Guild President Moses Ebye, his cabinet and Guild representatives from other Universities.

Baganda Nkobazambogo performing

Read also:https://www.mak.ac.ug/slide/baganda-nkobazambogo-students-win-mak-annual-cultural-gala-competitions

Tumusiime Gorret

Recent Posts

Making Informed Choices: A Guide to Choosing the Right Course at University

Choosing the right university course involves more than just academic considerations—it also requires careful assessment…

6 days ago

Makerere University Call for Applications to Postgraduate Courses for Academic Year 2024/2025

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications for admission to Graduate Programmes (Postgraduate Diplomas,  Masters and Doctoral…

2 weeks ago

Make Learning Fun by Merging Education with These Entertainment Ideas

Make Learning Fun by Merging Education with These Entertainment Ideas

2 weeks ago

Vincent Lubega Nsamba Announced 90th Guild President of Makerere University

Vincent Lubega Nsamba has been declared the 90th Guild President of Makerere University. He won…

2 months ago

How to Apply for Students’ Loan Scheme for the Academic Year 2023/2024

The Higher Education Students Financing Board (HESFB) is inviting applications for study loans under the…

2 months ago

YMCA Comprehensive Institute Granted Charter

YMCA Comprehensive Institute (YCI), a leading Private Other Degree Awarding Institution (ODAI), vocational and technical…

2 months ago

This website uses cookies.