St Lawrence University has held its first graduation at a function where over 600 students got Degree and Diploma certificates in different disciplines.

Uganda Vice President, Prof. Gilbert Bukenya

The Chancellor of the University, Uganda Vice President Prof. Gilbert Bukenya thanked government of Uganda for liberalizing university education in Uganda.

He said by letting individuals, groups and organizations set up and operate universities, the government has opened Ugandans to more higher education opportunities.

Prof. Bukenya says this has enabled more Ugandans to achieve quality education to improve their chances at a better career and future.

The Attorney General, Prof. Kiddu Makubuya who represented the government at the function said the government is looking to private education institutions to provide relevant solutions to the country’s current development needs.

He said the government has started focusing on vocational training to respond to concerns of practical education that provides learners with skills to create their own jobs.