Jinja Deputy RDC Kasibante Hassan Graduates from Nkumba University
- Jinja Deputy Resident District Commissioner Kasibante Hassan wept tears of joy on Saturday, October 24, 2026, after graduating from Nkumba University with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration...
- Kasibante was among hundreds of undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral candidates who received their credentials during the university's graduation ceremony.
- Reflecting on his return to higher education, Kasibante acknowledged that he initially needed substantial convincing before re-enrolling.
Jinja Deputy Resident District Commissioner Kasibante Hassan wept tears of joy on Saturday, October 24, 2026, after graduating from Nkumba University with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration and Management, watchdoguganda.com reported. The academic milestone marked a personal achievement that the local administrator credited to persistent encouragement from colleagues and family members.
Kasibante was among hundreds of undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral candidates who received their credentials during the university’s graduation ceremony. Emmanuel Katongole presided over the proceedings as chancellor, with Dr John Chrysostom Muyingo, the Acting Minister of Education and Sports, also in attendance.
Returning to University After Persuasion
Reflecting on his return to higher education, Kasibante acknowledged that he initially needed substantial convincing before re-enrolling. He pointed directly to Hon. Beti Kamya and his sister, Sophie Mbekeka, for pushing him back into an academic setting.
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Hon. Beti Kamya and my sister Sophie Mbekeka almost forced me to go back to school. Today, I am happy because I realise that I am the one who will benefit from this education.
Kasibante Hassan
In addition to Hon. Beti Kamya and Mbekeka, Kasibante thanked Abel Fred Kagolo and a friend named Ankunda for supporting his studies throughout his time at Nkumba University.
Enhancing Public Administration in Jinja
As a Deputy Resident District Commissioner, Kasibante oversees community concerns and public affairs in Jinja. He noted that the theories and frameworks learned during his undergraduate studies directly apply to his daily administrative duties.
As an RDC, my work centres on serving communities and handling issues affecting the public. Studying Public Administration and Management will help me perform these responsibilities better. This qualification is an added advantage in my field.
Kasibante Hassan
He characterized the degree not merely as an individual certificate, but as a practical tool designed to improve service delivery for the residents under his jurisdiction.