Uganda celebrates a proud international moment as Ambassador Dr. Rashid Yahya Ssemuddu was honoured with the prestigious Social Impact Award during the grand 62nd Graduation Ceremony of the Islamic University of Madinah.
The colorful ceremony attracted scholars, government officials, university leaders, alumni, students, and graduates 2026, as the internationally respected institution celebrated another year of academic excellence and global achievement.
For Uganda, the spotlight moment came when Ambassador Dr. Rashid Yahya Ssemuddu ascended the stage to receive one of the institution’s most distinguished recognitions — an award honouring alumni whose lives and work have made clear, measurable, and lasting contributions to society.
According to the official statement, the award was conferred in recognition of his outstanding achievements in community service, volunteer work, humanitarian initiatives, academic excellence, da’wah contributions, and exemplary representation of the university and its alumni around the world.
This recognition places Uganda among only five countries honoured this year from the elite global list, alongside France, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, and Suriname.

The achievement becomes even more significant considering that Ambassador Ssemuddu emerged from a global alumni network of more than 150,000 graduates living and serving in over 180 countries and territories worldwide.
The second proud achievement for Uganda came through the successful graduation of 25 Ugandan students from the Islamic University of Madinah at the same 62nd Graduation Ceremony for the academic year 2025/2026.
According to the Uganda Students’ Association in the Islamic University of Madinah, the graduates completed studies in important fields including Sharia, Quran, Aqeeda & Daawa, Arabic Language, and Hadith.
This milestone highlights Uganda’s growing investment in education and scholarship, with graduates expected to return and contribute to communities through teaching, leadership, research, guidance, and national development.
Many observers described the graduation of the 25 Ugandans as a sign of a bright future for the country, as young scholars continue to gain international education and experience.


