The Adventist University of Africa celebrated its first residential Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) graduation, marking a milestone in professional spiritual care. Graduates are now equipped to serve in hospitals, correctional facilities, and community settings across Africa, advancing holistic health and ministry excellence.
The incoming Deputy Vice-Chancellor of AUA shares his vision for strengthening postgraduate programmes, research, digital learning, and quality assurance, with a focus on faith-integrated scholarship and leadership development. He emphasises collaboration, innovation, and mission-driven growth to impact Africa and the world.
The GC leadership visit to AUA inspired and empowered the university community, emphasizing growth, unity, and mission. Highlights included tree planting as a symbol of flourishing and a powerful reminder of the shared commitment to faith-driven leadership.
Adventist University of Africa has appointed Professor Ademola Stephen Tayo as Vice-Chancellor for 2026-2030, bringing extensive leadership experience from Nigeria. He will be joined by Associate Professor Moses Kibirango and Dr. Sheron Ndhlovu as Deputy Vice-Chancellor- Financial Administration. The appointments reinforce AUA’s commitment to faith-based leadership, academic excellence, and serving society through Christ-centered education.
In a momentous event that captivated the audience with profound insights and wisdom, Ella Smith Simmons, a former General Vice President of General Conference in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, delivered the Inaugural Public Lecture at Adventist University of Africa.
AUA installed Dr. Harrington Akombwa as its new Chancellor at a celebration attended by church officials and University staff.