Palabana University
| Motto | Aspire to Inspire Excellence through Education |
|---|---|
| Type | Public university |
| Established | 1965 (as Clifton Centre) 2019 (established as university via SI 69) |
| Affiliation | Higher Education Authority (HEA) - Level 7 |
| Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Vernon Chinene |
| Location | , , 15°26′28″S 28°35′42″E / 15.441°S 28.595°ECoordinates: 15°26′28″S 28°35′42″E / 15.441°S 28.595°E Fatal error: The format of the coordinate could not be determined. Parsing failed. |
| Campus | Rural (Palabana area, Chongwe District) |
| Website | pu |
Palabana University (PU) is a public university located in Chongwe District, Lusaka Province, Zambia.[1] It specializes in agricultural and livestock education under the Higher Education Authority (HEA) framework [1]
History
Originating as the Clifton Youth Training Centre in 1965, the institution transitioned to the Palabana Dairy Training Institute (PDTI) in the 1970s, expanding from carpentry to dairy and livestock training [1] The institution was officially established as a public university in 2019 via Statutory Instrument No. 69, holding its inaugural graduation in November 2024 [1], "President Sata to Launch Palabana University". Lusaka Times. 16 May 2013. Retrieved 25 June 2026.</ref> [2].
Campus
Located roughly 40 km east of Lusaka, the rural campus maintains commercialized agricultural units, emphasizing climate-smart farming solutions [3].
Academics
The university offers certificates, diplomas, and degrees in animal health, production, and environmental management [1], including specialized programs in Aquaculture, Wildlife Management, and Agribusiness [4].
Governance
Key leadership includes Vice Chancellor Prof. Vernon Chinene and Deputy Vice Chancellor Prof. Musso Munyeme [1], "A message from The Vice Chancellor". Palabana University. 1 May 2026. Retrieved 25 June 2026.</ref>.
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 "About Us - Palabana University". Palabana University. Retrieved 25 June 2026.
- ↑ "Palabana University holds first graduation ceremony". Zambia Diggers!. 17 November 2024. Retrieved 25 June 2026.
- ↑ "Palabana Advised to Exploit Agriculture Unit". Lusaka Provincial Administration Office. 15 November 2024. Retrieved 25 June 2026.
- ↑ "Academics: Palabana University Enrollment". Education For All. Retrieved 25 June 2026.
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