The State Minister for Rwenzori-Luwero, Alice Kaboyo, presided over the handover ceremony of the four classroom blocks at Katebwa High School. During the event, she emphasized the importance of investing in education for a better future. Kaboyo encouraged residents to send their children to school, highlighting that the government provides the same services to Katebwa High School as it does to other schools.
Minister Kaboyo also assured the community that the government will continue to extend social services to mountainous areas like Katebwa. She noted that the people of Katebwa played a significant role in the liberation struggle and that the government is committed to supporting the region's development. The handover ceremony was attended by various officials, including Peter Musinguzi, the chairperson of Bunyangabu District Local Council.
At the ceremony, Peter Musinguzi pledged to deliver services to the voters who elected him. He also promised to lobby for more classrooms to accommodate the increasing number of students at Katebwa High School. Musinguzi's commitment to improving education infrastructure in the district aligns with the government's efforts to enhance access to quality education.
Bwambale Phanahas, chairperson of the war veterans association, commended the government for fulfilling its pledges in mountainous areas. He called on the people to embrace the peace and unity brought by the National Resistance Movement. Phanahas' sentiments reflect the community's appreciation for the government's efforts to improve their lives.
Meanwhile, the Bunyangabu District Inspector of Schools, Grace Kajumba, issued a warning to parents during the ceremony. She urged them to closely monitor their children who have finished their exams during the holidays, as unsupervised movement could expose them to risks. Kajumba encouraged parents to keep their children busy with productive activities such as digging and grazing animals.
The handover of the four classroom blocks is part of the government's efforts to improve education infrastructure in Bunyangabu District. The new facilities are expected to enhance the learning environment for students at Katebwa High School. The government's investment in education is seen as a crucial step towards promoting socio-economic development in the region.
The event concluded with a call to action for the community to work together to promote education and development in the region. The government's commitment to improving education infrastructure is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of residents in Bunyangabu District.
Key points
- The Ugandan government has handed over four classroom blocks to Katebwa High School in Bunyangabu District.
