Unicaf University Graduation Ceremony 2026

Events Graduation
Date Published: 07 JUL 2026
Graduates holding hands

We are delighted to announce the Unicaf University Graduation 2026, Zambia!

We are looking forward to sharing this special moment with you!

Graduation Day:

  • Date: Friday , 16th of October
  • Time: 8:00 AM
    * All graduates must arrive at the venue no later than 7:00 AM
  • Venue: Unicaf University Campus, Plot 193 Kasangula Road, Roma Park, Lusaka, Zambia


Rehearsal Day:

  • Date: Thursday, 15th of October
  • Time: 10:00 AM
  • Venue: Unicaf University Campus, Plot 193 Kasangula Road, Roma Park, Lusaka, Zambia

*In order to participate in the Graduation Ceremony, all graduates must attend the dress rehearsal.

Registration and Payment:

To register and secure your place at the graduation ceremony, please proceed with the payment for your graduation attire by the 1st of October 2026. *

Graduation Attire **

FOR PURCHASE FOR HIRE
Bachelor’s USD 130 USD 100
Master’s USD 140 USD 110
Doctoral USD 250 USD 120

* If you wish to pay for your gown (purchase or hire) in local currency, the amount will be calculated using the current month’s exchange rate applied to tuition fee payments.

** Graduation attire includes a gown, hood, stole, and academic cap.

Graduation Gown Guide and Size Chart:

Bachelor’s/Master’s
Doctoral

To proceed with the ordering of your graduation attire, you need to make sure that you have sufficient balance in your account.

To check your balance, go to the “Finance” section of your UniSIS account and click “Make Payment” to confirm it covers the required purchase amount. Upon confirming the availability of funds in your account, follow the steps below to complete your registration: 

  1. Access your UniSIS account and navigate to Product Selection.
    (“Help” → “Product/Services” → “Product Selection”)
  2. Choose “UUZM Graduation Ceremony Graduation Attire.”
  3. Ensure you receive a confirmation email verifying your registration. This email is required for entry to the rehearsal and ceremony. *

*If you do not receive it within 3-4 working days, contact graduation@zambia.unicaf.org. Note that access to the ceremony requires this confirmation email.

Notes:

  • We will not be accepting cash payments at our offices.
  • The fee for graduation attire is non-refundable.
  • Graduation attire will be distributed during the rehearsal.
  • All graduates renting a gown are required to provide their passport or national ID card as a security deposit. These documents will be returned upon the return of the gown after the ceremony.
  • Guest Invitations: Each graduate can invite up to two (2) guests.

Travel and Accommodation:

  • Graduates are responsible for their travel and accommodation arrangements
  • International students can find useful travel information by clicking below

Special Arrangements:

For mobility assistance or wheelchair access, email us at graduation@zambia.unicaf.org  for special accommodations

Certificate Information:

The official certificate will not be given on the day. It will be provided to all Graduands on a later date. If you need further information about this please contact: registrar@unicaf.org

Consent:

Attendance at the ceremony constitutes consent for audio-visual material to be used in Unicaf and Unicaf University promotional activities

Frequently Asked Questions:

Graduates are responsible for their travel and accommodation arrangements. International students can find useful travel information here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/9ecd9f0c-6713-4fb0-9241-457577aaef86. If you are facing any issues for your visa arrangements please contact Franco Banda, International Program Support Officer, at f.banda@zambia.unicaf.org for assistance.

If you have not received an email confirmation for your registration within 3-4 working days, it appears there may be an error with your purchase. In this instance, please contact graduation@zambia.unicaf.org.

Yes, you can order your gown even though you cannot attend the graduation ceremony. Please complete the form at this link https://forms.gle/7giM6Aky81TnBsuQ9 so the gown can be shipped to your requested address. Once the form has been completed, our graduation team will send you an email advising you of the shipping cost and how to proceed with payment in order to complete your order.

The Graduation Fee is strictly non-refundable. However, if there is any specific reason, and you have proven documents to provide, please send an email to graduation@zambia.unicaf.org so we can assist you further.

The registration is being completed through Unisis. All eligible graduates can read and follow all the detailed information of the exact steps of the registration process. It’s important to follow the steps very carefully so you can successfully register. After successfully completing your registration, you will receive a confirmation email within 3-4 working days.

Relevant information in regards to receiving their Certificate is provided to all graduates upon confirmation of the date of the graduation ceremony. Once the issuance process is completed, the documents will be sent to Unicaf Headquarters and are then dispatched to students via a courier service. Once dispatched, a tracking number is provided to students through email.

Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large and Extra Extra Large

Perhaps your last module has not been presented to the board yet, which is a graduation requirement. For more information contact support@unicaf.org.

Confirmation emails are usually sent around 3-4 days after the successful completion of the registration process. If you do not receive your confirmation email, please send an email to graduation@zambia.unicaf.org.

Yes, attending the rehearsal is mandatory for all graduates, as it is essential for everyone to know the location of their seats and how to move around the venue during the ceremony. Graduates who do not attend the rehearsal will not be able to attend the ceremony.

No, the names of those who do not attend will not be announced. However, all the names will be included in the Graduation Booklet that will be shared via email after the graduation ceremony.