Nkumba University

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Established in 1994, Nkumba University has a profound history rooted in a commitment to education that dates back to a visionary kindergarten in 1952. From humble beginnings, the University evolved into a fully chartered private institution in 2006.
The story begins on a fateful day in 1951, when three visionaries, Ssalongo Erisa Kintu, Charles Kisitu Ffulu, and Zefania Mpanga, met to discuss the possibility of nurturing their community through education.

The three were later joined by other community members and so, on February 6^th, 1952, the journey began with the establishment of a kindergarten at Ffulu’s home, with a pioneer cohort of only twelve pupils. Records indicate that within two years, the number rose to over 150.

As the years went by, the small kindergarten grew into a primary school, then a junior secondary school, and later a senior secondary school.
In 1969, the secondary school transformed into a vocational institute, and in 1974, it became Nkumba College of Commerce and Advanced Studies.

Through dedicated efforts and academic excellence, Nkumba was cleared by the Government to operate as a university in 1994.

As a multifaceted University, the institution offers instruction in science, substantial arts, economics, and management studies with a diverse range of courses leading to certificates, Diplomas, Bachelor’s degrees, and Postgraduate Academic Qualifications. The current student population is estimated at 5,000.

The University’s mission is anchored on providing quality education that cultivates competence, confidence, creativity and high moral character in teaching and learning, research and community engagement.

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