Mulamwah, Hopekid graduate from International Communication course in China

Kenyan gospel musician Hopekid has added an academic milestone to his list of achievements after graduating from Shenyang Normal University in China. 

Announcing the news on social media, he said he completed a program in International Understanding and Communication and thanked the Chinese Embassy in Kenya, the People’s Republic of China and his RYSE Global Inc family for their support. 

“Graduated today from Shenyang Normal University – International Understanding Communication. Big thanks to the Chinese Embassy in Kenya, the People’s Republic of China and my RYSE Global Inc family. God is good, and Big thanks to the Chinese Embassy in Kenya and the People’s Republic of China,” he wrote.

Known for his influential gospel ministry, Hopekid has long invested in mentorship, youth empowerment and personal development, and his latest qualification highlights a growing trend of public figures pursuing higher education.

International Understanding and Communication courses emphasises cross-cultural relations, global cooperation and communication skills, competencies increasingly valued by governments, organisations and businesses.

Another Kenyan celebrating such a win is Mulamwah who had also travelled to China for a funded cultural exchange tour organised by the Chinese embassy in Kenya. 

He also graduates top in communication course. These programs, which often last a few weeks, aims to foster global competence, cross-cultural relationships, and better Africa-China or international business and media relations. 

These short courses are offered by some universities in China, like Shenyang Normal University, and according to the African Union, they are generally offered to international students, government officials, media professionals, and youth looking to improve cross-cultural skills and public relations.