Sixteen dentistry students from Sudan who recently arrived in Kigali seeking asylum, have completed their final exams at the University of Rwanda (UR) School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Kigali.
They are part of a larger group of over 200 medical students who arrived in Rwanda from Sudan earlier this month, compelled to continue their education after a military upheaval disrupted their academic pursuits.
The students who originated from the University of Medical Sciences and Technology (UMST) in Khartoum, Sudan are now enrolled at UR’s School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Abdalla Aljabry, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Medical Science and Technology of Sudan, said: “the 16 students together with other 14 who were examined in Sudan make up a team of 30 new doctors are poised to contribute their knowledge towards serving the community.”
He further praised the warm hospitality that Rwanda has extended to them since their arrival saying that: “Since our arrival, we have been embraced by the hospitality of this place. Every necessity for our exams was meticulously provided, and we express our gratitude for their kindness and generosity.”
Abdalla Aljabry, the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Medical Science and Technology of Sudan
Mohamed Gasim, one of the dentistry students, echoed the sentiments of his Dean and applauded Rwanda’s kindness. “Rwanda has proven to be a wonderful destination. Rwandans have welcomed us with open arms, displaying remarkable kindness and hospitality wherever we go.”
Gasim added that: “Our arrival was met with a heartfelt reception, and the exams were conducted exceptionally well. We extend our gratitude to the leadership. Following this achievement, we intend to explore the beauty of the country before departing.”
Sudanese Dentistry Student Mohamed Gasim after doing his last exam
Lamya Safwat, a female student from the dentistry class, expressed her pride in overcoming the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict.
“I successfully completed the exam, and I take immense pride in my accomplishment. My heartfelt appreciation goes out to the Dean of the University of Rwanda and the entire staff who worked tirelessly to make this possible,” Safwat said.
She added that: “The experience was truly incredible. I have grown fond of this country, its city, and the faculty here. I’m eager to linger a bit longer, exploring the surroundings, as I continue to nurture my aspiration of becoming a dentist.”
Said Lamya Safwat, a female student from the dentistry class
On Thursday August 17, 2023 Sixteen Sudanese students finished their final year exams at the University of Rwanda (UR) School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Kigali.
