H 3979 is sponsored by Murphy, Chris, May, Robert J., III, Henderson-Myers, Rosalyn D., Representative Terry Alexander, Representative Carl L. Anderson, Representative Lucas Atkinson, Representative William H. Bailey, Representative Nathan Ballentine, Representative Justin T. Bamberg, Representative Bruce W. Bannister, Representative Heather Bauer, Representative Thomas Beach, Representative Beth E. Bernstein, Representative Phillip Bowers, Representative Jeff Bradley, Representative Gary S. Brewer, Jr., T. Case Brittain, Jr. (Republican), Representative James Mikell "Mike" Burns, Representative Joseph M. "Joe" Bustos, Representative Paula Rawl Calhoon, Representative Micajah P. "Micah" Caskey IV, Representative Donald G. "Don" Chapman, Representative William M. "Bill" Chumley, Representative William "Bill" Clyburn, Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter, Representative Neal A. Collins, Representative Brandon L. Cox, Representative Heather Ammons Crawford, Representative April Cromer, Representative Sylleste H. Davis, Representative Chandra E. Dillard, Representative Adam L. Duncan, Representative Sarita L. Edgerton, Representative Shannon S. Erickson, Representative Cally R. "Cal" Forrest, Jr., Stephen D. Frank (Republican), Representative Craig A. Gagnon, Representative Kambrell H. Garvin, Representative Gil Gatch, Representative Daniel Gibson, Representative Leon D. "Doug" Gilliam, Representative Wendell G. Gilliard, Representative Thomas Lee Gilreath, Representative Jerry N. Govan, Jr., Representative Hamilton R. Grant, Representative Thomas Duval "Val" Guest, Jr., Representative Brandon Guffey, Representative Patrick B. Haddon, Representative William "Bill" Hager, Representative Kevin Hardee, Representative Robert J. "Rob" Harris, Representative Christopher R. "Chris" Hart, Representative Thomas F. "Tom" Hartnett, Jr., Representative Charles V. Hartz, Representative Jackie E. "Coach" Hayes, Representative William G. "Bill" Herbkersman, Representative Lee Hewitt, Representative David R. Hiott, Representative William M. "Bill" Hixon, Representative Harriet A. Holman, Representative Lonnie Hosey, Representative Leon Howard, Representative William C. "Chris" Huff, J.E. Johnson, J.L. Johnson, Representative Wendell K. Jones, Representative Wallace H. "Jay" Jordan, Jr., Representative John Gregory "Jay" Kilmartin, Representative John Richard C. King, Representative Roger K. Kirby, Representative Kathy Landing, Representative M. Brian Lawson, Representative Thomas R. "Randy" Ligon, Representative Steven Wayne Long, Representative Phillip D. Lowe, Jason Luck (Democrat), Representative Josiah Magnuson, Representative David Martin, Representative Donald Ryan McCabe, Jr., Representative John R. McCravy III, Representative Annie E. McDaniel, Representative Timothy A. "Tim" McGinnis, Representative Cody T. Mitchell, Representative W. Scott Montgomery IV, Representative JA Moore, Representative Travis A. Moore, Representative T. Alan Morgan, Jr., Representative Dennis C. Moss, Representative Mike M. Neese, Representative Brandon Newton, Representative Wm. Weston J. Newton, Representative Melissa Lackey Oremus, Representative Jordan S. Pace, Representative Fawn M. Pedalino, Representative Thomas E. "Tommy" Pope, Representative Luke S. Rankin, Representative Robert T. Reese, Representative Michael F. Rivers, Sr., Representative Robby Robbins, Representative Seth Rose, Representative J. Todd Rutherford, Representative Richard Blake Sanders, Carla M. Schuessler (Republican), Representative Heath Sessions, Tiffany R. Spann-Wilder (Democrat), Representative Leonidas E. "Leon" Stavrinakis, Representative Bill Taylor, Representative James E. Teeple, Representative Jackie R. Terribile, Representative David Vaughan, Representative J. David Weeks, Representative Elizabeth "Spencer" Wetmore, Representative Joseph S. "Joe" White, Representative William R. "Bill" Whitmire, Representative Paul B. Wickensimer, Representative Robert Q. Williams, Representative Mark N. Willis, Representative Chris Wooten, Representative Richard L. "Richie" Yow, Representative Marvin "Mark" Smith, and Representative G. Murrell Smith, Jr..

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South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed House Bipartisan · 3 R · 2 D cosponsors

H 3979 — Barnabas Nawangwe, Black History Month honoree

Last action February 13, 2025 — Introduced and adopted

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This bill has passed the House. Introduced February 13, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.

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Advancing 54% · moderate confidence

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Summary

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE LIFE AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF PROMINENT AFRICAN EDUCATOR PROFESSOR BARNABAS NAWANGWE, VICE CHANCELLOR OF MAKERERE UNIVERSITY IN UGANDA.

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The updated version of Bill H 3979 now honors Professor Barnabas Nawangwe for his significant contributions to African education, particularly as the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University in Uganda. The recognition highlights his efforts in transforming Makerere into a leading research institution and his role in advancing higher education in Africa, including establishing the first electric vehicle manufacturing company on the continent. These changes are important as they not only celebrate individual achievements but also promote international collaboration and innovation in higher education, potentially inspiring future educational leaders.

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13, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 3979Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.

Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.) A house RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE LIFE AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF PROMINENT AFRICAN EDUCATOR PROFESSOR BARNABAS NAWANGWE, VICE CHANCELLOR OF MAKERERE UNIVERSITY IN UGANDA.

Whereas, Professor Barnabas Nawangwe, a distinguished academic and administrator, holds a doctorate in architecture from Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture.

Since August 2017, he has served as vice chancellor of Makerere University, one of Africa's leading institutions of higher learning.

Under his leadership, Makerere has undergone a significant transformation into a research-intensive, globally competitive university;

and Whereas, as a strong advocate for research, innovation, and institutional development, Professor Nawangwe has played a key role in strengthening partnerships with global institutions and advancing Africa's higher education sector.

He serves in leadership capacities on various international academic boards, including as chair of the Alliance for African Partnerships, vice chair of the Australia Africa Universities Network, and council member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities;

and Whereas, the professor has been instrumental in positioning Makerere University as a hub for technological advancement.

His contributions include championing the establishment of Kiira Motors Corporation, Africa's first electric vehicle manufacturing company, in which Makerere holds a 4% stake.

His efforts have driven increased investments in research, infrastructure development, and policy reforms, reinforcing Makerere's role in addressing Africa's developmental challenges through higher education;

and Whereas, his leadership continues to shape the future of African academia, earning him recognition as one of the continent's foremost education reformers.

Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, honor the life and achievements of prominent African educator Professor Barnabas Nawangwe, vice chancellor of Makerere University in Uganda.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Professor Barnabas Nawangwe.

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