Mbarara, Uganda – The 8th Guild President of Victoria University, Khaukha M.A. Emmanuel proudly represented students at the launch of the 6th Annual Higher Education Conference 2025, where he passionately discussed the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education.
Held in the presence of the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Hon. Janet Kataaha Museveni, the conference emphasized the urgent need for AI integration in Uganda’s education sector while safeguarding fundamental learning values.
During his address, the Guild President emphasized that while AI is a powerful enabler, it should never replace core educational principles such as critical thinking, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
“AI should never compromise the fundamentals of learning. Higher education must jealously guard virtues like critical thinking, interpersonal skills and problem-solving while ensuring AI remains a tool for real-world impact and community transformation,” he stated.
The statement resonated with Hon. Janet Museveni, who echoed similar sentiments by challenging higher education institutions to set clear, measurable goals for AI integration to ensure tangible progress.
The Guild President’s participation at the event aligns with his AI Campaign, launched on February 17, 2025, aimed at increasing awareness and fostering discussions on how AI can reshape Uganda’s education system for a competitive and technologically advanced future.
His call to action encourages students, universities and policymakers to approach AI responsibly, ensuring that it enhances—not replaces—the human element of learning.