Although Mugisha finished his classes in November, traditionally in the British style (it affects a lot here), the graduation ceremony wasn't held until this past Friday. I was honored to be invited to the graduation, joining Mugisha's wife Winnie as we enjoyed the ceremony. Mugisha even got to share a special speech. The school where he graduated is called Kampala Evangelical School of Theology (KEST) and about 70 people graduated that day. Congratulations, Mugisha!
The most unique thing about this accomplishment for all 70 is that only 1% - yes, ONE PERCENT of Africans get to attend university. These people are the next church leaders in Africa and potentially the WORLD! Will you pray for each one to be faithful and strengthened by the Lord as they step out to lead in ministries here in Africa?
Oh, and the reason only 1% get to attend university is simply that education is expensive and many people can't finish grade school, let alone attend university, simply because of poverty. Africans are so passionate and hungry to learn, able to quickly grasp concepts and yet limited by poverty and corruption (in many cases corruption causes poverty!). Pray more people will one day be able to finish their schooling and achieve all God has in store for them.