Prof. Moses Muhwezi with a group of MUBS Mbarara Campus alumni who attended the annual dinner held at Les Vegas Hotel, Mbarara

September 28, 2025 – MUBS Mbarara Regional Campus marked a historic milestone with its 3rd Alumni Dinner, held at Les Vegas Hotel.

The colorful event, themed “Lighting the Western Star: Celebrating MUBS Mbarara since 2006,” brought together alumni, staff, and key stakeholders to celebrate the Campus’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a thriving regional center of excellence in business and management education.

The evening opened with a heartfelt tribute to the visionaries behind MUBS, including His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the then Minister of Education Rt. Hon. Amanya Mushega, and the founding Principal and management team. Their pioneering efforts in 1997 laid the strong foundation on which MUBS continues to build its success story.

Assoc. Prof. Richard Akisimire, the Campus Chief, reflected on the Campus’ remarkable growth. He recalled that when MUBS Mbarara began in 2006, it had only 61 students, four Teaching Assistants, One Administrator, and one Security staff a total of just six employees.

Today, the Campus is home to more than 1,200 students and 106 staff members, including three Professors, four Senior Lecturers, eight PhD holders, and ten PhD students, alongside 38 administrative and support staff. “

The remarkable progress of MUBS Mbarara Regional Campus is a harvest of the bold choices made by the founders and pioneers,” Assoc. Prof. Akisimire remarked. “Our continued success depends on teamwork, commitment, and the invaluable support of our alumni.”

“When MUBS Mbarara began in 2006, we had only 61 students, four teaching assistants, one administrator, and one security staff a total of just six employees,” reflected

Assoc. Prof. Richard Akisimire

Assoc. Prof. Richard Akisimire, Chief of MUBS Mbarara Campus; Mr. Ezaga Patrick, MUBS Alumni Chairperson; Prof. Moses Muhwezi; and other guests share a light moment as they cut the cake during the MUBS Alumni Dinner.

He also highlighted key milestones, including the acquisition of land from the Mbarara District Local Government for Campus development, the transformation from a study center to a fully-fledged faculty, and the expansion of academic programs from five to twelve now offering two Master’s, six Bachelor’s, three Diploma, and two Certificate programs. The Campus’ commitment to excellence is also reflected in improved student performance, with learners excelling in humanities and Diploma programs across MUBS. It also boasts an active Chaplaincy serving Anglican, Catholic, and Muslim communities, as well as a vibrant Guild leadership.

Chief Guest, Prof. Moses Muhwezi, Principal of MUBS, applauded the Campus leadership and alumni for organizing such a memorable reunion. He urged alumni to continue upholding the institution’s integrity, think big, and contribute to MUBS’ continued growth and prominence both nationally and internationally.

The evening ended on a high note, with celebrations of alumni achievements and recognition of the collective effort that has transformed MUBS Mbarara Campus into a model regional institution one dedicated to providing affordable, quality education and fostering community development.