Uganda, Feb. 24 -- Prof Edward Rugumayo is officially the inaugural chancellor of Mountains of the Moon University (MMU).

The instrument of authority to oversee the 10th public university was presented to Prof Rugumayo on February 23 by Vice President Jessica Alupo, during the 15th graduation ceremony of 642 students. The event took place at the campus premises in Ssaka, Fort Portal city.

Rtd Major Alupo represented President Museveni, who appointed Prof Rugumayo as the university transitions from a private to public institution, a process that began in 2022.

In his address, Prof Rugumayo expressed gratitude to President Museveni for appointing him as the first chancellor of the university and pledged to collaborate closely with the in...