Category: Higher Education & Vocational Training
Focuses on universities, TVET, skill development programs, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Great Contraction: How 2025 Became the Year the Borders Closed to Students
The era of unfettered international student mobility is over. Driven by housing crises and political pressure, the “Big Four” destinations—Canada, Australia, the UK, and the US—have implemented the most severe restrictive measures in decades, fundamentally altering the global education market.
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Rwanda’s Schools Grow to Nearly 5,000, But Overcrowding Worsens
Education in Rwanda is growing rapidly, driven by curriculum reforms, improved teacher training, and expanded school infrastructure. According to the Ministry of Education’s 2023/2024 report, Rwanda had 4,986 schools by July 2024, enrolling about 4.8 million students — a 7% increase from the previous year. Despite progress, overcrowding remains a challenge, with an average of 52 pupils per classroom compared to the recommended 46 by UNESCO. Primary education dominates the system, accounting for over 3 million learners, while tertiary enrolment reached 130,474 students. Teacher numbers rose to 123,818, yet many still lack professional training.
Source: Jean Baptiste Nshimiyimana, “Education in Rwanda in Numbers,” published 24 October 2025, Igihe.com
University of Kigali Opens New Remera Campus, Earns Global Ranking
The University of Kigali has launched a new, state-of-the-art campus in Remera, Kigali, signaling a major step toward innovation, sustainability, and global competitiveness in Rwanda’s higher education. The new facility features smart classrooms, eco-friendly design, and modern student amenities.
University of Rwanda Holds 11th Graduation Ceremony in Huye
The University of Rwanda marked its 11th graduation ceremony on October 17, 2025, at Huye Campus, celebrating over 9,000 graduates in a vibrant event broadcast live on RwandaTV. As UR scales its output of skilled graduates, questions about infrastructure, access, and future workforce readiness take center stage in Rwanda’s higher education journey.
University of Rwanda Admits Over 14,000 Students in Merged Intake
The University of Rwanda has admitted 14,152 first-year students for the 2025/2026 academic year after merging the 2024 and 2025 student intakes. The move aims to reduce the waiting time between secondary school completion and university admission, according to Vice Chancellor Prof. Didas Kayihura Muganga.
WHO Africa Advances Health Professions Education with Competency-Based Curricula
WHO Africa introduces competency-based curricula to revolutionize health professions education, aiming to equip healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to address Africa’s evolving health challenges.
2025 Graduation Around the Corner: A Remarkable Surge in Graduates
The University of Rwanda is set to host its 2025 Graduation Ceremony on 17 October, with over 9,500 students expected to receive their degrees, highlighting a significant increase from previous years and reflecting the university’s growing academic excellence.
Welcome to October, 2025: Kigali to Host IAU 2025 International Conference on Building Trust in Higher Education
Kigali will host the IAU 2025 International Conference on “Building Trust in Higher Education” from 21–23 October, bringing together global leaders to discuss academic integrity, governance, and innovation.
