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Kigali: on May 29, 2025, Rwanda Polytechnic (RP) graduates 4,562 students in its 8th graduation. The ceremony took place at BK Arena.

In this ceremony, the graduates from eight constituent colleges of RP were awarded Advanced Diploma Certificates after completion of studies in different programs including : Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Creative Arts, Electrical & Electronics Engineering , Forestry, Veterinary Technology, Hospitality Management, Information & Communication Technology , Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Natural Conservation & Tourism and Logistics and Transport.

For the second time, Rwanda Polytechnic awarded Bachelor of Technology degrees (BTech).to 1,416 graduates.

Among 4,562 graduates, 1038 were from RP-Kigali College and graduated in different programs of Advanced Diploma and Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech).

In his remarks, the Prime Minister Rt.Hon. Prime Minister Dr. Edouard, Ngirente and guest of Honor congratulated the graduates who got their diplomas and degrees, extending their best wishes for their future life. He also encouraged them to apply the gained skills and make a positive impact on their community and contribute to Rwanda’s national development. He also thanked the contributions of different partners in promoting technical skills.

The Prime Minister also stressed on the contributions of the Government of Rwanda to ensure that graduates from Rwanda Polytechnic are well-prepared for labor market.

The Minister of Education, Joseph Nsengimana, urged the graduates to go and shape Rwanda industries, energize innovation, and community advancement.

He expressed thanks to RP for its steadfast commitment to academic excellence, mentoring students and for ensuring that education remains aligned with labor market realities. He added that RP works will continue to strengthen the national agenda of positioning TVET as a powerful driver of inclusive economic growth.

The Vice Chancellor of Rwanda Polytechnic, Dr. Sylvie Mucyo also congratulated the graduates for their hard work and said that it is the symbol of new beginnings and a window of opportunities.

She advised the graduates to use the possessed skills, knowledge, and capability to lead change and drive the transformation of the nation. She also commended the leadership of the country which continues to create diverse opportunities and platforms for learn, grow, innovate and make meaningful contributions to their families and communities.

At RP 8th Graduation, awards were presented to the winners of RP Skills Challenge 2025. The awardees received gold, silver and bronze medals alongside cash prizes. The overall best performer in Engineering programs was also awarded.

Our students Umulisa Genevieve /Fashion Design awarded a gold medal with a cash prize of one million Rwandan francs (1,000,000Rfw).

Mukeshimana Pascaline/ Fashion Design, Nshyimyumukiza Ernest/ Smart Manufacturing CAD,and Nshuti Kabagema Emile / High Precision Metal Joining awarded Silver medal with a cash prize of seven hundred thousand Rwandan francs ( 700,000Rfw ).

Emile Harerimana/ Fashion design, Isaac Byiringiro / Industrial Automation , Dushime Douce Nadine / Industrial Automation , Ishimwe Honore / Indusrial Automation awarded Bronze medals with a cash prize of five hundred thousand Rwandan francs ( 500,000Rfw).