A powerful journey towards building the leaders and professionals our communities need today.  

The Rotaract Club of Kigo Seven Lakes Golf marked a major milestone with the official launch of The 7 Lakes Uni, a forward-thinking leadership and learning platform tailored for emerging professionals. The evening also celebrated the beginning of the second cohort of The 7 Lakes My Courses Challenge , a two-month immersive program focused on building critical leadership and professional competencies.   



 

The 7 Lakes My Courses Challenge has brought together over 80 Rotaractors from different clubs in Uganda and Tanzania, reflecting its growing impact and cross-border relevance within the Rotaract family.  

The event was officiated by Gloria Amito, District 9214 Professional Leadership Development (PLD) Officer, who commended the club for its progressive approach to Rotaract’s core mission.  

“I am pleased to see Rotaractors especially Gen Z intentionally embracing the first and most important goal of Rotaract that is To develop professional and leadership skills,” she remarked. “Kigo 7 Lakes has demonstrated admirable innovation and inclusivity through this initiative.”  

A Transformative Learning Experience  

The 7 Lakes Uni is a newly launched year-long development journey structured into four quarters, each designed to offer real-world exposure, mentorship, and thought leadership. Its foundation is rooted in the belief that leadership should be lived, not just taught.  

​ • ​ Quarter I – The 7 Lakes My Courses Challenge (Cohort II): A flexible, content-rich program equipping participants with key knowledge in ethical leadership, communication, risk management, Rotary values, and project design. Following a successful first edition, the second cohort runs over two months, concluding with a formal graduation ceremony.  

​ • ​ Quarter II – Elevate 7 & Bridge 7: A personalized mentorship track that matches Rotaractors with seasoned Rotarians, offering monthly engagements, vocational tours, and reflective mentorship to foster both personal and professional growth.  

​ • ​ Quarter III – 7 Lakes Expo: A platform for participants to showcase their learning and innovation through project exhibitions, pitch competitions, thought leadership panels, and personal leadership stories.  

​ • ​ Quarter IV – Reflection  ,Evaluation & Alumni Launch: A finale  moment to celebrate completion and formally introduce a growing alumni network for continued learning and collaboration.  

A Word from the Club President  

President Louis Shamim Adyeeri described the launch as a defining moment for the club and a clear reflection of this year’s commitment to innovation.  

“This is more than just a program , it’s our statement of intent,” she said. “As a club, we are committed to finding innovative and impactful ways to nurture leadership and professional excellence.”  

She encouraged participants to take full advantage of the experience.  

“By the time you graduate in two months, you’ll look back and feel proud that you took this journey . We are raising leaders who are not only ready to serve but ready to lead with purpose.”  

With a unique blend of mentorship, experiential learning, and values-driven content, The 7 Lakes Uni is positioning itself as a model of modern leadership development within the Rotary ecosystem. As the second cohort of The 7 Lakes My Courses Challenge gets underway, the momentum is clear, the future of leadership is here and it’s being built by Rotaractors.  

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