Mildmay Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS)

Prof. Rev. Sam Abimelech Luboga, Chancellor of Mildmay Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), delivers his remarks at the 9th MIHS Graduation Ceremony held on 12th November 2026. Watch his full speech: #MIHSGraduation2026

The caps are up, and a new chapter begins! 🎓 Congratulations to the entire MIHS Class of 2026. We celebrate your hard work, dedication and this important milestone. May your next chapter be filled with purpose and success. #MIHSGraduation2026

MIHS Academic Registrar, Ms Barbra Namirimo, challenged the Class of 2026 to uphold academic and professional standards, embrace lifelong learning and remain committed to continuous professional development. #MIHSGraduation2026

He also shared an important message with the Class of 2026, urging graduates to uphold professional integrity, embrace continuous learning and serve with patriotism, particularly in communities where healthcare professionals are most needed. #MIHSGraduation2026

Delivering the Deputy Speaker's message, Hon. Eng. Abigaba Cuthbert Mirembe, reaffirmed Parliament's commitment to supporting MIHS's transition to university status through institutional support, resource allocation and infrastructure development. #MIHSGraduation2026

Hon. Eng. Abigaba Cuthbert Mirembe, MP for Kibale County and Chairperson of Parliament's Education and Sports Committee, represented Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa at the 9th MIHS Graduation Ceremony, delivering his address. #MIHSGraduation2026

Addressing the 496 graduands, he noted that qualifications open doors, but integrity, character, professionalism and accountability build lasting careers. He urged them to uphold Mildmay's values and serve their communities with competence and compassion. #MIHSGraduation2026

He outlined Mildmay's ambition to develop a modern teaching hospital, strengthen research and training, and advance MIHS towards university status. He stressed the need for sustained investment and strategic partnerships. #MIHSGraduation2026

At #MIHSGraduation2026, Mildmay Uganda Board Chairperson, Mr. Fulukas Boroa Enyaga, reaffirmed the institution's commitment to compassionate, quality healthcare, anchored in four pillars: hospital services, research, health sciences education and community programmes.

She called on employers to give young professionals opportunities to grow, emphasising that competence is not determined by age or years of experience. Her advice to graduands: Be diligent, be consistent, keep learning and never lose the human touch. #MIHSGraduation2026

Accountability doesn't end with a shift. She reminded graduates that professionalism extends beyond the workplace. Their conduct, including on social media, shapes the trust patients and employers place in them. #MIHSGraduation2026

Speaking at #MIHSGraduation2026, Mildmay Uganda Group Executive Director, Dr. Yvonne E.M Karamagi, emphasised that quality healthcare requires more than qualifications. It takes health workers who combine professional competence with genuine compassion and care for their patients

His message to the graduands was a call to embrace leadership as stewardship. “You do not need to wait for a promotion to demonstrate leadership. Start today.” He challenged them to let competence, integrity, compassion and accountability guide their professional practice.

He noted that MIHS's ambition to become a University of Health Sciences goes beyond university status. It is about building an institution grounded in academic excellence, good governance, quality teaching, infrastructure, research and innovation. #MIHSGraduation2026

At the 9th MIHS Graduation Ceremony, Governing Council Chairperson Dr George William Semivule reflected on MIHS’s contribution to health professional development, noting that the Institute has graduated over 3,000 health professionals since its establishment. #MIHSGraduation2026

She announced plans to introduce Certificate and Diploma programmes in Pharmacy, Food Science and Technology, as MIHS works to bridge health sector skills gaps and advance its journey towards university status. #MIHSGraduation2026

She also pointed to our impact beyond the classroom, highlighting a community engagement project addressing sexual and gender-based violence in Northern Uganda. Implemented across Kitgum, Agago, Pader and Lamwo, the project reached over 230 beneficiaries. #MIHSGraduation26

She highlighted the progress made since our last graduation, including over 130 research papers published in peer-reviewed journals by our staff and students, and professional examination pass rates ranging between 90% and 97% across programmes. #MIHSGraduation2026

At the 9th MIHS Graduation Ceremony, our principal, Mrs Edith Akankwasa, celebrated the graduation of 496 students across our three schools, marking another important milestone in our contribution to Uganda’s healthcare workforce. #MIHSGraduation2026

The Mildmay Institute of Health Sciences January 2027 Intake is now open! Apply now and take the next step towards your future. #MIHSUganda