Outgoing Rector Jean Sumaili delivered an emotional speech in Mapon University’s amphitheatre on Thursday 30 September 2020. Present were founder Matata Ponyo Mapon, Foundation coordinator Michel-Ange Lokota, professors, administrative staff and students. After three years as Rector, Jean Sumaili thanked Matata Ponyo Mapon for placing his trust in him, recalling the founder’s tireless commitment to raising the University’s profile in Africa. New Rector Jimmy Kalenga Kaunde, a speaker at the latest international advanced technology conference in Kindu, said he wanted to make the institution a leading research centre with practical training for young engineers. Students warmly applauded the emotional handover. Board Chair Matata Ponyo thanked the outgoing Rector for his dedicated service to educating Congolese youth. A highlight was the handover of official documents to the new Rector.
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