The entire Metropolitan International University (MIU) community is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Hon. Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, the esteemed founder of our institution and Uganda’s State Minister for Defense and Veteran Affairs. Her death marks a great loss to the education sector, the nation, and everyone who knew her for her dedication, vision, and remarkable service.

Hon. Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi was not only a prominent political figure but also a passionate advocate for quality education. She founded Metropolitan International University with the goal of providing accessible, inclusive, and transformative education to young people across Uganda and beyond. Under her leadership, MIU grew into a respected institution that has empowered thousands of students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an ever-evolving global economy.

Her commitment to public service was equally profound. As the State Minister for Defense and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi demonstrated strong leadership and unwavering dedication to the well-being of Uganda’s military and veteran communities. Her efforts to improve the welfare of soldiers and veterans will remain a lasting part of her legacy.

At MIU, we will continue to uphold her vision and mission to provide a learning environment that nurtures innovation, excellence, and leadership. Her life serves as an inspiration to us all, and her contributions to the education and defense sectors will be remembered for generations.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family, friends, and the many lives she touched. The Metropolitan International University community will honor her memory and carry forward the torch she lit in the pursuit of education, service, and nation-building.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.