Kampala, Uganda – In a significant recognition of his transformative contributions to education, Prof. Lawrence Muganga, Vice Chancellor of Victoria University Kampala, is slated to receive the Global Impact Award at the upcoming Excellence Awards 2025. The announcement, made via the university’s official X account, highlights Muganga’s pioneering work in education reform and AI integration, marking a milestone for Ugandan academia on the global stage. The Excellence Awards, presented by Afroglobal Television, is an annual gala celebrating outstanding achievements by individuals of African descent and global influencers.
The awards underscore themes of innovation, leadership, and community impact, drawing attendees from diverse sectors including education, business, and the arts.Prof. Muganga, a Ugandan-Canadian scholar and digital economy educationist, has built a distinguished career bridging continents.
Born in Uganda, he earned accolades as a professor of education and international curriculum speaker, with experience at the University of Alberta in Canada.
As Vice Chancellor since his appointment, he has spearheaded bold reforms at Victoria University, including the establishment of Uganda’s first Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) Learning and Innovation Hub.
His initiatives emphasize practical, skills-driven learning powered by AI and emerging technologies, addressing Africa’s educational challenges and preparing graduates for the global job market.The importance of this event lies in its platform for amplifying African innovation. Afroglobal Television’s awards not only honor individual excellence but also foster international dialogue on issues like education equity and technological advancement.
For Muganga, whose previous honors include the Best Innovative Educator in Uganda (2022), Diaspora Education Research Excellence Award (2019), and a Pan-African Education Award (2023), this global nod affirms his role as a visionary leader redefining higher education.
His best-selling authorship and advocacy for overhauling outdated curricula have positioned him as a thought leader, inspiring nations to adopt technology-driven models.The impact on Prof. Muganga is profound, elevating his international profile and opening doors for further collaborations, research funding, and policy influence. For Victoria University, a institution known for its high employer satisfaction rates—over 97% of employers praise graduate preparedness—this recognition enhances its reputation as East Africa’s pioneer in experiential and tech-enabled learning. It could attract more international students, partnerships, and investments, boosting Uganda’s education sector amid calls for reform. As Muganga stated in the announcement, his work aims to shift education “that matters—practical, skills-driven, and powered by AI.”This accolade arrives on the heels of Muganga’s recent Uganda Development Champions Award in 2024, signaling sustained momentum.
As the ceremony approaches, it serves as a beacon of hope for African educators, proving that innovative reforms can garner worldwide acclaim.
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