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Vision, mission and values

What the University says it is for, in its own words.

Vision

A dynamic epicenter of excellence in training and research for service to humanity.

Mission

To generate, advance and disseminate knowledge through training, research and innovation for the development of humanity.

Philosophy

Enhancing human capacity through relevant education, research and training.

Motto

Knowledge Transforms.

Core values

Integrity

Honesty and accountability in all the University does.

Innovativeness

Innovation as the driver of institutional growth.

Professionalism

Professional standards in service delivery.

Customer focus

Services shaped around the needs of students and stakeholders.

Teamwork

Collective responsibility for collective results.

Strategic objectives

  • Develop and enhance infrastructure for effective service delivery
  • Promote sound governance and leadership practices
  • Expand operational capacity
  • Recruit and retain qualified personnel
  • Integrate ICT across all operations
  • Build partnerships with national and international organisations
  • Achieve financial stability
  • Respond to emerging challenges

The vision, mission, philosophy and motto above are the University’s own published wording. The core value definitions and the strategic objectives are condensed from the live page, which summarises rather than quotes. Both should be replaced with the numbered objectives and value statements as they appear in the current Strategic Plan before publication.