As part of its ongoing commitment to board exposure, digital transformation, and regional collaboration, the Zambia Research and Education Network (ZAMREN) delegation led by Prof. Mundia Muya, Board Chairperson and Vice Chancellor of the University of Zambia, undertook strategic engagements in Kampala, Uganda.
The visit featured two key highlights: a high-level engagement at Makerere University and a strategic meeting at the RENU Secretariat (Research and Education Network for Uganda).
At Makerere University, the ZAMREN Board was received by Prof. Sarah Ssali, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), where discussions centred on benchmarking best practices in digital transformation, AI integration, and academic governance. The exchange provided valuable insights into how leading institutions are using technology to enhance teaching, research, and institutional efficiency.
Later, the delegation visited the RENU Secretariat, where discussions focused on cross-border partnerships, capacity building, and shared digital infrastructure supporting the regional research and education community.
Both ZAMREN and RENU are active members of the UbuntuNet Alliance, a community of National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) across Eastern and Southern Africa.
Through these engagements, ZAMREN reaffirmed its dedication to fostering collaboration, learning from regional peers, and advancing Zambia’s digital academic landscape anchored on innovation, connectivity, and shared growth.
