The Law Council's Committee on Legal Education and Training (CLET) conducted an inspection visit at Kampala International University's (KIU) School of Law on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at the university Main Campus.

Led by Dr. Zahara Nampewo and Margaret Kobusingye, the CLET team met with key KIU officials, including Prof. Muhammed Ngoma, Vice Chancellor; Dr. Mundu Mustafa, Deputy Vice Chancellor Finance and Administration; Christine Ainebyoona, Deputy University Secretary & Campus Administrator; Dr. Esther Kisubi, Dean of the School of Law and School of Law staff.

During the visit, Dr. Kisubi showcased the university's state-of-the-art facilities, including the law library, lecture halls, Law Clinic, and computer labs. She also presented an overview of the School of Law's academic programs, highlighting its innovative approaches to teaching law, such as public lectures and moot competitions that equip students with practical Clinical Legal Education skills.

The CLET inspection is crucial for ensuring that the School of Law meets the required standards for professional legal education. The inspection process involves evaluating the university's facilities, academic programs, staffing, grading process, research stages, examination procedure, curriculum development, and innovation, as well as quality assurance measures for both staff and students. This process helps to:

Ensure Quality: Verify that the institution maintains high standards in legal education.

Identify Areas for Improvement: Determine weaknesses and suggest corrective actions.

Enhance Reputation: Protect the institution's reputation by ensuring compliance with established standards.

Dr. Nampewo commended the School of Law and the university for their efforts in creating a modern and holistic learning environment. She appreciated the emphasis on both theoretical and practical aspects of law, noting that this approach prepares students for real-world challenges.

In a nutshell, the CLET inspection visit is essential for maintaining excellence in legal education at KIU's School of Law. The university's commitment to providing high-quality facilities and innovative academic programs will likely enhance its reputation and produce well-equipped law graduates.