About KIUL
Rooted in the Katoki Legacy • Growing through Ubuntu Philosophy
KIUL (Katoki International University of Learning) is an innovative educational platform that blends traditional African wisdom with modern learning approaches. Founded on the principles of Ubuntu—"I am because we are"—we provide culturally relevant education that empowers learners to grow together while honoring their heritage and community values.
KIUL Foundation
Banana plantation representing KIUL's roots in community and land
The Katoki Institute for Ubuntu Leadership (KIUL), owned by the Katoki Foundation, a company with Certificate of Incorporation No. 181268956 of the Republic of Tanzania offered on the 16th of January 2025, stands firmly on two foundational pillars: the life and legacy of Fortunatus Felix Kawegere, and the Ubuntu philosophy that guides our daily work.
Fortunatus Felix Kawegere — affectionately remembered as Ta Mwalimu Katoki — embodied integrity, compassion, and community-minded leadership. His life was a living lesson in service and purpose, inspiring generations to believe that greatness begins with goodness.
The second pillar, Ubuntu, reminds us that humanity is a shared journey — that we become who we are through our relationships with others. Together, these two pillars shape KIUL's vision: to nurture leaders who are ethical, creative, and deeply human, capable of transforming their communities and the world through wisdom, empathy, and collaboration.
The Katoki Legacy
Fortunatus Felix Kawegere
Ta Mwalimu Katoki
Fortunatus Felix Kawegere embodied integrity, compassion, and community-minded leadership. His life was a living lesson in service and purpose, inspiring generations to believe that greatness begins with goodness. The Katoki legacy continues to guide our mission, reminding us that true leadership is rooted in service to others and the community.
Ubuntu Philosophy
"I am because we are"
The philosophy of Ubuntu has taught us that human dignity is realised not in isolation, but in relationship with others. It is a call to empathy, responsibility, and shared flourishing. In a world often driven by competition and individualism, Ubuntu restores the truth that our humanity is bound together, and that leadership must be grounded in care, justice, and community.
By putting together the Katoki legacy and Ubuntu philosophy, KIUL seeks to cultivate leaders who are both visionary and humane. Leaders who understand that progress is not merely about economic growth, but the strengthening of relationships and the empowerment of communities. This is the spirit of all our work: leadership that becomes service.
KIUL Philosophy
Vision
A world where leaders are grounded in the responsibility to serve as pillars of interconnectedness.
Mission
To foster individual and community programs that create responsible leaders who understand and promote the core values of Ubuntu.
Core Values: UBUNTU
At KIUL, UBUNTU is not only our name — it is our moral compass. The six core values of Unity, Benevolence, Understanding, Nobility, Togetherness, and Upliftment, embody how we teach, learn, and lead.
Unity
in Diversity
"We thrive through connection, not competition."
Benevolence
Compassion
"We feel and act for one another's good."
Understanding
Wisdom
"We seek to know deeply, think wisely, and act justly."
Nobility
Integrity & Respect
"We uphold moral character and human dignity."
Togetherness
Interconnectedness
"We build each other, for one's rise is all's rise."
Upliftment
Service & Growth
"Leadership means serving and elevating others."
KIUL Leadership
Leadership at the KIUL is expressed at different levels, all united by the spirit of Ubuntu.
Director
Everyday Leadership
Oversees the daily life of the Institute. The Director ensures that our vision and mission are translated into action in our different programs.
Board of Directors
Strategic Guidance
Steers the Institute's long-term direction, ensuring that KIUL grows with integrity, sustainability, and impact while remaining faithful to its Ubuntu foundations.
Advisory Board
Advice & Support
A circle of trusted thinkers and practitioners who bring diverse expertise. Their role is to enrich KIUL with ideas, perspectives, and networks that strengthen our work and global connections.
Our Vision
KIUL's vision is to nurture leaders who are ethical, creative, and deeply human, capable of transforming their communities and the world through wisdom, empathy, and collaboration. Through counselling companion services, mentorship pathways, leadership capacity-building, and academic publishing, KIUL empowers individuals to grow, lead, and contribute meaningfully to society.