University of Kigali

University of Kigali

About the client
University of Kigali, one of the leading private higher institutions of learning in Rwanda, commenced operations in October 2013 after receiving a definitive license to operate as a Private University. It is a fully accredited and chartered University by the Government of the Republic of Rwanda.
Challenge
The University of Kigali’s website, as the primary digital source of information for students and prospective students, significantly influenced stakeholders’ perceptions of the institution. However, the website urgently required attention due to its outdated design, which failed to reflect modern web standards and consequently tarnished the university’s image. Moreover, the site’s lack of mobile optimisation restricted accessibility, while inconsistent navigation confused visitors, hindering their ability to locate essential information efficiently. Slow load times, caused by excessive non-optimised images, frustrated users and diminished engagement. To address these challenges and enhance the university’s online presence, the University of Kigali partnered with Beedesigned Studio to revamp the website, ensuring it met contemporary standards , thereby improving user experience and improving institutional reputation.
Results
Beedesigned Studio successfully revamped the University of Kigali’s website using the latest WordPress platform, significantly enhancing its visual appeal, usability, and search engine visibility. The new website features custom-designed pages, intuitive content management, and key sections showcasing academic programs, admissions, faculty profiles, events, news, and seamless social media integration. To ensure optimal performance, we implemented search engine optimisation (SEO) best practices, achieving exceptional scores in Chrome Lighthouse and Google Page Speed Insights, which in turn gradually increased the website’s ranking. The website’s design aligns perfectly with the University’s brand identity, maintaining a professional and academic aesthetic that reflects the institution’s values. Non-technical staff can now easily update content, menus, and profiles without requiring coding knowledge, ensuring the site remains up-to-date. Additionally, we provided technical and non-technical training and documentation to ensure the website is easy to maintain. The responsive design of the website offers an excellent user experience across various devices. This comprehensive revamp has resulted in a user-friendly and visually appealing online platform that effectively communicates the University of Kigali’s values and academic opportunities to students, faculty, and the broader community.
What we did
Web development
UI design
Brand identity
Platform
Website
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