Victoria University has entered a new phase of student governance following the election of Mugarura Isaiah Ndebwoha as the institution’s 9th Guild President. The election, which concluded after a competitive campaign period, saw Ndebwoha secure a commanding 2,980 votes out of 5,866 total ballots cast, translating to 50.8 percent of the vote.
Mugarura Isaiah Ndebwoha
Official results from the university electoral commission indicate that his closest challenger, Mujungu Marvin Kahuma, received 2,298 votes representing 39.3 percent, while Luweru Ben Kazigo trailed with 588 votes, equivalent to 10.0 percent. The outcome gave Ndebwoha an outright majority victory, eliminating any possibility of a runoff and clearly demonstrating strong student confidence in his leadership.
Nlection Notable Participation
The election attracted notable participation across faculties, reflecting heightened student engagement in campus governance. Analysts attribute this strong turnout to growing student awareness about the importance of leadership representation in addressing issues such as tuition concerns, academic support, and student welfare. Ndebwoha’s campaign message, centered on student empowerment, innovation, and inclusive governance, resonated widely among voters.
As he prepares to assume office, he will take on the responsibility of leading the student guild cabinet, representing students in institutional decision-making structures, and acting as a bridge between the student body and university administration. Expectations remain high that his administration will deliver tangible results in areas that directly affect students’ academic and social experience.
