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Islamic University in Uganda Hosts 2nd AICESS Conference

• 01st August, 2024 3:41pm

The Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) hosted its second Annual International Conference on Education Science and Social Sciences (AICESS) from July 29-30, 2024, at the Main Campus in Mbale.

This year’s event focused on the theme "Global Trends and Sustainable Development," featuring interdisciplinary research presentations from both IUIU and other institutions organised by the Directorate of Research, Publications and Innovation at IUIU.

In his opening remarks, IUIU Rector Assoc. Prof. Ismail Simbwa Gyagenda welcomed the guests and commended the keynote speaker for his dedicated support and participation in the event. He also thanked the organizers for choosing a theme that resonates with contemporary global issues, urging researchers to work towards ensuring harmony in Africa.

The keynote speaker Prof Hamza Mustafa Njozi, thanked the organizers, and the Rector for organizing the conference.

Prof Hamza noted that despite significant scientific discoveries, chaos is being created instead of benefits being capitalized on raising the question of why this is happening.

He cited that Scientists believe in matter as the ultimate reality and that the world is natural with no supernatural elements, and that empirical knowledge is the only reliable form of knowledge.

Prof Hamza added that Limiting the understanding of these postulates has led to challenges in comprehending certain aspects of the universe such as high  crime, and health issues like depression.

To address these issues, Prof Hamza presented some Qur'anic verses as solutions.

Dr. Jamil Serwanga, Vice Rector in charge of Academic Affairs, emphasized the importance of research in higher education, mentioning that universities without active research are equal to celebrated secondary schools.

Dr. Maimuna Nimulola, Director of Research, Publications, and Innovation at IUIU, commended the presenters for their contributions and urged authors to address the issues raised during their presentations. She also thanked Prof. Hamza for his insightful keynote address and encouraged IUIU staff to emulate the enthusiasm for research shown by Nigerian TAC members.

Prof. Kaziba Abdul Mpaata, Vice Rector in Finance and Administration, assured attendees that the conference is a key part of IUIU’s intensified focus on research. He highlighted the importance of the topics covered, in areas of resource underutilization, economic inequality, and access to resources. Prof. Mpaata praised the TAC members for their participation and encouraged them to leave a lasting legacy of PhDs at IUIU.