History & Background

Reformed Theological College launched its training activities on 31st January, 1994 in a rented property acquired by a Korean missionary couple, who at that time were teaching at Namugongo seminary of the Anglican Church.


The aim of the College, according to Rev. and Mrs. Pae, was to train Christian leaders for the local churches of the countries in the great lakes region. This was in accordance with what MEN members firmly believed that effective leadership is the crucial key to the growth of the local church and the major task of mission. To this end, RTC has laid a great emphasis upon training of leaders who should be equipped with vital spirituality and commitment, biblical vision and theology, exemplary character and leadership orientation. This should form the character and uniqueness of this training establishment.


The College progression can be outlined as follows: 1997. More land acquired totaling 140 acres including a College farm. 1998. In addition to the School of Theology, the School of Music was inaugurated. 1999-2014. RTC was affiliated to Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education in South Africa; for Bachelor of Theology and BA Honors in the School of Theology. 2006. School of Early Childhood Education was inaugurated . 2007. English Course added.


The College got Licence from NCHE as a Private Tertiary Institution on 19th Dec. 2011. And the College is working to get a Certificate of Registration from NCHE.


We look ahead in faith that through the RTC community faithful leaders of God’s people will be raised up in truth and love to transform local churches and communities. In that way the Church of Christ will grow and the Kingdom of God will be extended in Africa. We sincerely trust that we will all work together for this precious vision, serving and loving one another in one spirit. The Mission Statement and the Vision of RTC, therefore , is;