African Rural University (ARU) has successfully concluded a two-week Professors Without Borders Programme with a vibrant Indigenous Knowledge Exhibition. Students showcased upcycled products, traditional foods, and dances that celebrated innovation and culture.

ARU Students showcasing traditional dance

Our Chief Guest, Ms. Alija Christian (Community Development Officer, Bwikara Subcounty; GBV Champion; Programs Coordinator, Isunga Agritech Centre), applauded ARU’s unique approach in upcycling and community-based participatory action research, describing it as a practical model for empowering rural communities.

(Right )The Chief Guest, Ms. Alija Christian inspecting the bags designed as a result of Prowibo

The District Gender Office also commended ARU
“We have witnessed firsthand impact of ARU’s work in empowering women, youth, and households. This training equips young people with skills to create sustainable solutions and become agents of transformation.”

To crown the event, Milly Muhindo Desire presented gifts and Uganda Cranes jerseys 🇺🇬 to the Professors Without Borders team Prof. Saeed Akbaar & Tabi Mughal. Certificates were also awarded to participants who completed the programme.