Kepler College Founding Chancellor Inauguration Ceremony | Kigali, 2 April 2025

Join us for a historic celebration as we inaugurate H.E. Mrs. Monica Geingos, former First Lady of Namibia, as the Founding Chancellor of Kepler College. Chancellor Geingos began her term on July 29th, 2024. Chancellor Geingos is a qualified lawyer and has made significant contributions to both the private and public sectors. Before her tenure as First Lady of Namibia between March 2015 and February 2024, she was the Managing Director and co-shareholder of Namibia’s largest private equity fund for over a decade. Most recently, Chancellor Geingos was the President of Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) where she launched the #WeAreEqual campaign, advocating for gender equity across Africa. Beyond her professional achievements, Chancellor Geingos’ leadership extended to her roles as a co-chair of the Global Council on Inequality, AIDS, and Pandemics, and Chairperson of the Africa REACH Leadership Council. She has been instrumental in advocating for gender equity and economic inclusivity through her various platforms. Chancellor Geingos’ global recognition includes receiving the ‘World Without AIDS Award’ from the German AIDS Foundation and being appointed as a UNAIDS Special Advocate for Young Women and Adolescent Girls. Most recently, in April 2024, she was honored with an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy from Jharkhand Rai University. As Chancellor, H.E Monica Geingos will preside over convocation ceremonies, confer degrees, and represent Kepler College within and outside the academic community.