CUEA Eldoret Staff Join University Fraternity in Receiving Chancellor H.E Bishop Charles Kasonde

The Catholic University of East Africa (CUEA) Eldoret Campus was today filled with excitement and jubilation as members of staff, students, church leaders, and invited guests gathered to warmly receive the Chancellor of the university, H.E Bishop Charles Kasonde, during his official visit to the institution.

The Chancellor, who was accompanied by the Apostolic Administrator of the Eldoret Diocese, received a heroic welcome from the university community in a ceremony marked by unity, celebration, prayer, and renewed commitment to academic excellence and spiritual growth.

The event brought together university administrators, lecturers, non-teaching staff, student leaders, members of the clergy, and education stakeholders from across the region. Songs of praise, traditional dances, and presentations from students characterized the colorful reception organized in honor of the Chancellor and his delegation.

Speaking during the occasion, university leaders described the visit as historic and significant to the growth and development of the institution. They lauded Bishop Charles Kasonde for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to strengthening Catholic education in Africa. They further noted that his visit had greatly encouraged both staff and students to continue pursuing excellence in education, leadership, and moral values.

The Apostolic Administrator of Eldoret Diocese commended the university management for maintaining high academic standards and fostering discipline among learners. He emphasized the important role that faith-based institutions continue to play in nurturing responsible citizens equipped with both professional competence and strong ethical values.

Addressing the gathering, H.E Bishop Charles Kasonde expressed gratitude for the warm reception accorded to him and praised the university fraternity for its dedication to education and service to humanity. He encouraged students to remain focused on their studies while upholding integrity, discipline, and respect for one another.

The Chancellor further challenged members of staff to continue mentoring learners not only academically but also morally and spiritually. He noted that universities have a critical responsibility of shaping future leaders who will contribute positively to society and promote peace, justice, and unity in the country.

During the visit, prayers were offered for the continued success and stability of the university, the church, and the nation at large. The atmosphere was filled with hope and optimism as participants reflected on the role of education in transforming communities and empowering young people.

Members of staff expressed appreciation for the Chancellor’s visit, saying it had inspired renewed energy and commitment within the institution. Many described the occasion as a moment of reflection and motivation, especially at a time when institutions of higher learning continue to face various challenges in the education sector.

Uasin Gishu KUPPET Executive Secretary Elijah Maiyo, while commenting on the visit, congratulated the Catholic University of East Africa for fostering strong collaboration between education stakeholders and the church. He said institutions such as CUEA continue to play a major role in promoting quality education, discipline, and leadership among the youth.

Maiyo further emphasized the need for continued investment in education and support for institutions that uphold integrity, professionalism, and moral values. He called upon students to take advantage of the opportunities provided by universities to become agents of positive change in society.

“The presence of the Chancellor and church leadership at the university is a strong demonstration of commitment to nurturing holistic education that combines academic excellence with moral and spiritual formation,” said Maiyo.

The colorful ceremony concluded with interactions between the Chancellor, staff members, and students, followed by prayers for peace, unity, and prosperity within the university and the country.

The visit is expected to strengthen the relationship between the university leadership, the church, and education stakeholders as CUEA continues to position itself as a center of excellence in higher education within the region.