The 15^th Graduation Ceremony at the Technical University of Kenya (TU-K) was marked by celebration, reflection, and a clear message to graduates, that the world is competitive, unpredictable, and full of opportunity for those ready to adapt. The ceremony saw the convocation of degrees and award of diplomas and certificates to the second cohort of 2025 class.

Chief Guest and Principal Secretary for Higher Education, Dr. Beatrice Inyangala, challenged graduates to step into the future with confidence, purpose, and a commitment to making a difference. “The future demands graduates who are innovative, adaptable, and ready to contribute solutions to society.”

She reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening higher education and called on universities to continue aligning training with national development needs, while nurturing graduates who can compete both locally and globally.

The Chancellor, Dr. Jared Kangwana, echoed this message, reminding graduates that while they had earned their qualifications, the real test begins beyond the university gates.

“You have been trained to be analytical people. Go out there to fix challenges, do not run away from them.”

He emphasised that success would depend not just on academic credentials, but on resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning. The Chancellor also commended the University leadership for maintaining unity and stability, noting that strong collaboration between the Council and management has created a conducive environment for growth.

“The world you are entering is dynamic and competitive success will demand innovation, adaptability, and resilience.”

The Chairman of the University Council Dr. Idle Farah, highlighted the importance of institutional stability and dialogue, crediting the TU-K’s leadership for fostering industrial harmony across all levels.

He explained that the ceremony was a special graduation for the second cohort of the 2025 class, ensuring that students who had previously missed out were given a timely opportunity to graduate.

“No challenge is beyond resolution when addressed through honest dialogue and established procedures.”

Dr. Farah also welcomed newly-elected student and staff leaders, reaffirming the Council’s commitment to engagement and consultation, with industrial harmony remaining central to the university’s progress.

Vice-Chancellor Prof. Benedict Mutua outlined TU-K’s strategic direction, pointing to ongoing reforms aimed at transforming the institution into a competitive, innovation-driven University.

He highlighted key initiatives such as the implementation of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy and the shift to paperless systems, demonstrated during the ceremony through digital graduation booklets.

“Our objective is to ensure that every shilling spent delivers measurable institutional value without compromising academic quality.”

The Vice-Chancellor also emphasised the University’s focus on digitisation, research, and innovation, as well as strengthened partnerships with industry and international collaborators.

He further noted TU-K’s unique academic offerings, including specialised programmes such as medical physics at postgraduate level and aeronautical engineering, which distinguish the institution within the region.

Across all the speeches, one message stood out: graduation is not the end, but the beginning.

Graduates were urged to carry forward not only their qualifications, but also the values of resilience, creativity, and lifelong learning.

As the ceremony concluded, the graduands were reminded of their role as ambassadors of the TU-K and agents of change in society, tasked with applying their knowledge to solve real-world challenges and contribute meaningfully to national development.