{"id":1116,"date":"2026-06-23T15:18:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T15:18:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/?p=1116"},"modified":"2026-06-23T15:18:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T15:18:18","slug":"consul-general-attends-aurak-graduation-celebrating-the-class-of-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/?p=1116","title":{"rendered":"Consul General Attends AURAK Graduation, Celebrating the Class of 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>RELATED:\u00a0 <\/strong><em>Consulate Visits AURAK to Explore Areas of Collaboration \u2014 May 2026<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>EDUCATION &amp; OUTREACH<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Consul General Attends AURAK Graduation, Celebrating the Class of 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tuesday, 10 June 2026\u00a0 \u00b7\u00a0 Ras Al Khaimah, UAE<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On 10 June 2026, Consul General H.E. Mr. Richard Chinyama Njolomba, accompanied by First Secretary Mr. Maclean Afumba, attended the graduation ceremony of the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) \u2014 joining students, families, faculty, and distinguished guests in marking a proud milestone for the Class of 2026.<\/p>\n<p>The Consulate had been invited by AURAK following the official visit and discussions on collaboration held in May 2026. The ceremony celebrated graduates who completed their studies across a range of disciplines, in an atmosphere defined by pride, accomplishment, and gratitude.<\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;The occasion was a powerful reminder of what education makes possible \u2014 and of why this Consulate is committed to opening those doors for Zambians.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p>During the ceremony, the Consul General joined university officials and other dignitaries in congratulating the graduating class on their achievements. The event was also an occasion to honour the educators, parents, and guardians whose steadfast support had been integral to the graduates&#8217; success. Outstanding students who demonstrated exceptional academic performance and leadership were recognised in a special tribute.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>AT A GLANCE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1118\" src=\"https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-1-576x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-1-576x1024.jpeg 576w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-1-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-1-768x1365.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-1-864x1536.jpeg 864w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-1.jpeg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1119\" src=\"https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-2-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-2-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-2-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-2-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-2-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.02-2.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1120\" src=\"https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.03-576x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.03-576x1024.jpeg 576w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.03-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.03-768x1365.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.03-864x1536.jpeg 864w, https:\/\/missions.grz.gov.zm\/dubai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-15.49.03.jpeg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consul General H.E. Mr. Richard Chinyama Njolomba represented the Consulate<\/li>\n<li>First Secretary Mr. Maclean Afumba attended alongside the Consul General<\/li>\n<li>Graduates celebrated across multiple disciplines \u2014 Class of 2026<\/li>\n<li>Outstanding academic performers and student leaders formally recognised<\/li>\n<li>Attendance follows the Consulate&#8217;s official visit to AURAK in May 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Consulate&#8217;s participation in the ceremony is consistent with its broader commitment to engaging meaningfully with educational institutions in the UAE. For the Mission, these are not ceremonial appearances \u2014 they are expressions of a deliberate strategy to build relationships that create real opportunity for Zambian students, researchers, and institutions.<\/p>\n<p>The Consulate extends its heartfelt congratulations to all members of the AURAK Class of 2026, and wishes them every success in their academic and professional journeys ahead.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>EDUCATION<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>RELATED:\u00a0 Consulate Visits AURAK to Explore Areas of Collaboration \u2014 May 2026 EDUCATION &amp; OUTREACH Consul General Attends AURAK Graduation, Celebrating the Class of 2026 Tuesday, 10 June 2026\u00a0 \u00b7\u00a0 Ras Al Khaimah, UAE &nbsp; On 10 June 2026, Consul General H.E. 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