The Ruparelia Foundation, represented by Dr. Sudhir and Mrs. Jyotsna Ruparelia, has announced 100 fully sponsored Master’s Degree scholarships to outstanding students under the newly launched Rajiv Ruparelia Bursary.
The announcement was made during Victoria University’s 9th Graduation Ceremony held at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, Munyonyo, in a gesture that underscores the institution’s deep commitment to advancing access to higher education and nurturing future leaders.
The bursary, named in honour of Rajiv Ruparelia, the university’s Managing Director, celebrates his contribution to transforming Victoria University into one of the region’s most innovative, student-centred institutions. It will support exceptional graduates pursuing postgraduate studies in critical fields aligned with Uganda’s development priorities.
“This is part of our ongoing mission to empower the next generation through education and innovation,” the Ruparelia Foundation said in its announcement, reaffirming its legacy of philanthropy and youth empowerment.
2,500 Students Graduate at Speke Resort Munyonyo
The generous pledge set the tone for a colourful ceremony in which over 2,500 students graduated in various disciplines, marking a major milestone for Victoria University as it celebrated a decade of academic excellence.
Held under the theme “Shaping the Future: Innovation, Digitality & Employability,” the ceremony highlighted the university’s transformation into a leading hub for practical, technology-driven education.
Dr. Harriet Mimi Uwineza, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and Chairperson of the Graduation Publicity Committee, described the event as a moment of both achievement and reflection.
“Please join us as we honour excellence and create memories that last a lifetime,” she said, emphasizing the university’s commitment to digital education and employability.
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Excitement and Reflection
The day was filled with emotion as graduands celebrated years of dedication and perseverance.
Mugisha Isaac, one of the 2025 graduates, shared his joy:
“Excited to be part of the graduating class of 2025. Thank you for shaping our future! With God, all things are possible.”
His sentiments were echoed by fellow graduands Ssebadduka Trevor, Bernard Kwiringira Japhali, and Barbie Taicy, who called the day a “dream fulfilled.”
Innovation, Employability, and Impact
Since its founding in 2013, Victoria University has distinguished itself for its focus on employability, innovation, and global readiness. With programs in business, law, engineering, humanities, education, and health sciences, the university continues to pioneer digitally enabled learning and industry-aligned curricula.
The introduction of the Rajiv Ruparelia Bursary marks a new chapter in the institution’s mission to make higher education both accessible and transformative.
As the event closed, the atmosphere was one of optimism, a celebration not only of graduates but also of a university and foundation working together to shape the next generation of innovators, professionals, and nation-builders.
