Museveni Appoints Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda As Gulu University New Chancellor

Posted on Feb 23, 2023
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Former Prime Minister of Uganda Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda has been appointed as the new chancellor Gulu University by President Museveni.

Dr Ruhakana who served as Uganda's Prime Minister from 2014-2021 and now the president's special envoy for special duties, is to be installed tomorrow Friday as Gulu University chancellor.

He replaces Prof Frederick Kayanja who previously served Vice Chancellor Mbarara University of Sciences and Technology.

The news was received with excitement and admiration by students, faculty, and staff of the university, who are eagerly awaiting Dr Rugunda’s installation on Friday 24th February 2023.

His appointment as the new chancellor of Gulu University is a significant development in Uganda’s academic landscape. 

Dr Rugunda's leadership is expected to transform the university and inspire a new generation of students, academics, and researchers to strive for excellence and innovation. As the installation ceremony draws near, the academic community in Uganda eagerly anticipates the start of a new era in the history of Gulu University.

According to Section 30 of the Universities and other tertiary institutions (Amendment) Act, 2006, the chancellor of a University shall hold office for a period of four years but shall be eligible for reapportionment for one more term.



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