No Escape: Rising Displacement Amid Dual Crises
The global crisis of forced displacement has reached unprecedented levels, with over 120 million people uprooted by conflict, violence, and an increasingly dire climate emergency. While violence remains the primary cause of displacement, the accelerating impact of climate change is exacerbating vulnerabilities and creating new challenges for millions of displaced individuals. In the past decade, […]
Rwanda’s UGHE and UR Among Sub-Saharan Africa’s Best
The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) and the University of Rwanda (UR) have secured places among the top 10 universities in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) rankings. This achievement highlights Rwanda’s growing influence in the region’s higher education landscape. The rankings evaluated 129 universities across 22 countries, focusing on […]
Digital tools for Green Advocacy
On Wednesday, November 27, a cohort of Rwandan environmental journalists concluded an intensive three-day training at Hôtel Saint-André Kabgayi, Muhanga. Supported by the Fojo Media Institute, the Rwanda Environmental Journalists organized this workshop to bring together professional journalists and journalism students. The training aimed to equip participants with advanced digital media skills, emphasizing practical approaches […]
Advancing Eye Care Skills in Rwanda
On November 15, 2024, the Kabgayi Eye Unit hosted a one-day training session to equip eight ophthalmologists from various regions of Rwanda with advanced skills in eye surgery and trauma care. The training employed a hybrid approach, combining theoretical lessons led by partners from the UK with hands-on practical sessions facilitated by experts at Kabgayi […]
Rwanda Among Top African Destinations for Private Investments
Rwanda has emerged as one of the top destinations for private sector investment in Africa, ranking fifth overall and second in the East African region, according to the latest quarterly report, Stears Private Capital in Africa for the third quarter of 2024. The report, produced by Stears, a leading African analytics firm specializing in finance […]
Unlock your future with ICK’s diverse Academic Programs
At ICK, we pride ourselves on offering a wide array of academic programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market. With five faculties spanning a range of disciplines, our programs are not just about education, they’re about unlocking opportunities and empowering you to succeed in […]
INSP!R-Zamuka and ICK Host Workshop on Strengthening Social Protection
Today, Monday, November 25, 2024, the International Network for Social Protection Rights (INSP!R)-Zamuka, in partnership with the Institut Catholique de Kabgayi (ICK), organized a workshop on social protection under the theme: “Social Protection and Faith in its Nexus: Exploring Possible Synergies Among Concerned Actors.” Faith-based institutions, including the University of Technology and Arts of Byumba […]
The Last Lecture: Preparing graduates with essential soft skills
As universities strive to deliver well-rounded education, there is a growing need to prioritize the development of soft skills alongside academic knowledge. These skills empower graduates to transition seamlessly from academic environments into the complexities of the professional world, setting the foundation for long-term success. One innovative proposal is the introduction of a session titled […]
Cardinal Ambongo Arrives in Kigali for SECAM
Today, November 25, Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu, the Archbishop of Kinshasa and President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM), arrived in Kigali to attend the Permanent Committee meeting of SECAM. Accompanied by Cardinal Antoine Kambanda, Archbishop of Kigali, Cardinal Ambongo landed at Kigali International Airport, Kanombe at 10:00 a.m. He […]
Kanangire Pierre Elected Guild President for AGE-ICK 2024-2025
Today, the Electoral College of the Institut Catholique de Kabgayi (ICK) elected a new student committee to lead the Association Générale des Étudiants de l’ICK (AGE-ICK) for the 2024-2025 academic year. The new committee consists of 24 members, including 10 males and 14 females. The newly elected Guild President, Mr. Kanangire Pierre, a second-year student […]