When Prof. Abdul Kaziba Mpaata received the symbolic keys to the new Faculty of Engineering and Technology building at the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU), it wasn’t just a handover—it was history in the making.
IUIU took over the newly constructed faculty complex from Vicon Construction Limited during a ceremony held at the university’s Main Campus in Mbale.
The milestone marks the university’s first purpose-built academic facility, specifically designed and constructed for engineering and technological education.
Speaking at the event, Prof. Mpaata, Vice Rector in charge of Finance and Administration, hailed the handover as a new dawn for the university. “This marks a new beginning, and we are committed to ensuring the facility is operational by August 4th, even if it means using our furniture,” he said, reaffirming IUIU’s readiness to welcome engineering students in the upcoming academic year.
Prof. Eng. Badru Kigundu, who represented the Chairperson of the University Estates and Works Committee, described the project as a landmark achievement in IUIU’s development journey.
“All previous faculties were adapted from existing structures. This makes today’s handover a special moment in the university’s history,” he stated.
The facility, valued at USD 13 million, was funded by the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) and has been under development since 2018.
Despite construction delays and technical hurdles, the project was seen through to completion thanks to the resilience of the university’s Estates and Works Committee, technical teams, and the contractor.
A representative from Vicon Construction praised the collaborative spirit throughout the process. “This building is not just a structure; it’s a legacy that we hope serves generations to come,” he noted.
The ceremony concluded with the symbolic handover of keys to the university’s Estates Committee, sealing the official transition. With students expected to begin learning in the facility in the next academic calendar, IUIU has taken a major leap forward in advancing engineering education in Uganda.
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