Sister Angela said 20 students had initially started the course, and although just five graduated, she said their knowledge would make a big difference to many more people.
“It is a great achievement and I’m very proud of them,” she said. “They persevered, they know exactly where they are coming from, and they appreciate this opportunity that has been given to them.
“This is a big achievement because, by their education and even this graduation, they are going to touch so many lives and I’m sure they’re going to change the lives of their families as well.”
The five Zambian students joined 450 South West College students at the graduation ceremony in Omagh on 13 December.
On graduating, Mr Mutale said: “Wow! It really means so much.
“I hope to go on to teach ICT or maybe work in industry, but at the moment I have a few options to choose from but I really want to progress and study again some more.
“I never really imagined it, it is so unreal, and we’re just really, really proud and happy to be here. It’s a wonderful moment.”
