Kibabii University has announced that the National Assembly Speaker Moses Masika Wetangula will receive an honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa, during its 7th Graduation Ceremony on Friday, March 3, 2023.
Wetangula is a seasoned politician and lawyer who has held positions in the government and parliament.
Wetangula was honoured by the university for his contributions to the advancement of humanity, particularly his commitment to liberty, inclusivity, and equality for progressive development.
“The award is in recognition of his distinguished contribution to the advancement of humanity, particularly his outstanding dedication to the application of liberty, inclusivity and equality for progressive development. For over 41 years, Moses Masika Wetangula has played a pivotal role in political leadership, as a distinguished defense lawyer, Foreign Affairs Minister, peace maker and consummate national leader,” the university wrote in a notice on the newspapers.
An honorary degree is a university academic award given to someone who has made significant contributions to a field or society without having to meet the regular requirements for that degree.
