Yaounde:ICT University, known for its American-style education, has matriculated over 850 freshmen, including international students, at its 16th matriculation ceremony held in Yaounde on October 30.
According to Cameroon News Agency, the event was attended by His Majesty, Senator Nfon Mukete IV, the Paramount ruler of the Bafaw and King of Kumba. Senator Mukete congratulated the university's founder and staff for their efforts in training young Cameroonians, highlighting the E-Agriculture program as a significant contribution to the country's agricultural sector.
Senator Mukete emphasized the importance of such initiatives in elevating the nation's economy and urged the new students to seize the opportunities provided. He encouraged them to develop their skills through advanced agricultural techniques that incorporate digital tools, while also reminding them of their responsibility as future leaders of Cameroon.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof Emmanuel Tonye, addressed the students, urging them to maintain discipline and strive for excellence. He assured them of the institution's support and emphasized the importance of hard work in achieving success at ICT University.
Prof Victor Mbarika, the founder of the university, encouraged students to embrace the institution's vision of creating job creators rather than job seekers. He highlighted the achievements of alumni worldwide and cautioned against airing grievances on social media. The students took a matriculation oath, pledging to adhere to the university's rules and strive for excellence.
The university's flagship E-Agriculture Project, Agricampus-500-ICT-U, launched in 2025, aims to integrate modern technology into agriculture and shift perceptions of the field. With a budget of 996 Million FCFA and an expected revenue of 830 Million FCFA, the project plans to create jobs for 10,000 young Cameroonians, train 10,000 students in digital agriculture, and incubate 500 rural micro-enterprises. It has received endorsements from key government figures and international partners, including UFLA University in Brazil.