Scholars have been challenged to embrace adaptability, innovations, and continuous learning to acquire competencies and skills relevant for the ever rapidly changing technological world.

Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) Chancellor Rev Isaya Deye, Vice Chancellor Prof Kobia Ataya, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga told the more than 2,500 graduates to adapt innovative problem-solving approaches and learn continuously to be able to cope with technological advancements and global changes.

"Embrace lifelong learning beyond graduation for societal transformation for the changing world because change is the only constant thing. Lifelong learning will make you agile and equipped to navigate the complexities of the future. Explore new ideas, question existing knowledge, competencies and seek solutions to emerging problems," Rev Deye said while presiding over KeMU's 24th graduation ceremony at the main campus, Meru.

Speaker Wetang'ula said the world is rapidly changing technologically, socially, and economically.

He urged scholars to embrace lifelong learning for them to remain adaptable, innovative, and transformative.

"Advance your skills to solve emerging challenges in governance, health, education, technology, and infrastructure. Be adaptive, be innovative and courageous to overcome setbacks in the outside world. Learn new ways of doing things and new methods of problem-solving," Dr Wetang'ula said.

VC Ataya pleaded with the scholars never to forget their Creator for meaningful contributions to the society.

"Remember competency, honesty, kindness and belief in your Creator. Carry forward the synthesis of formal learning and lifelong learning. Embrace the ever evolving and rapidly changing globalised world using all the tools of technology advancement for upgrading your knowledge and skills," Prof Ataya said.

Governor Kahiga who was conferred with a PhD, said it is an inspiration to the younger generation not to lose focus.

"Like it is often to update your computer, the brain must engage with new skills. Artificial Intelligence--AI--is giving room for people to read and conceptualise. In the next one month, I will enroll for a Bachelor's Degree in Law," Mr Kahiga said.