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Ubuntu Society 💙
The Ubuntu Society aims to raise awareness about the region's rich cultural diversity and history that is seldom represented accurately. We plan to do this through exploring various art mediums such as dance, film, music & visual art, but also through engaging audiences in discussions regarding current affairs.
If you're looking for a diversely cultured community, look no further! We will provide you with a culturally enriching experience, a platform to network through collaborating with other societies, as well as educating people on issues surrounding East Africa and opportunities to develop yourselves as individuals. As the only regional society, we still aim to be inclusive of all, in the hope of embracing those who embrace Africa!
We look forward to meeting you this academic year.
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Sawa!
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You must be a member of this group to vote in their elections.
These are your annual general elections, where members choose the students who will lead your society or sports club in the key roles of President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Welfare Officer for the next academic year. Anyone elected will officially take up their role from 1st August 2026. However, if both the incoming and outgoing committee's agree, a handover can take place earlier to support a smooth transition.
4 posts are up for election.
Nominations close at 23:59 on Sunday 22 February 2026 (in 5 days and 22 hours)
The polls open at 09:00 on Tuesday 10 March 2026 (in 3 weeks and 0 days)