The Minister of State for Luwero Triangle, Rwenzori and Busoga Affairs in the Office of the Prime Minister, Hon. Alice K. Kaboyo, has commissioned newly constructed and fully furnished classroom blocks at two primary schools in Busoga Sub-region. The facilities were commissioned at Nawansagwa Primary School in Namutumba District and Kiwa-Nabuzi Primary School in Kaliro District. These new classrooms aim to provide additional learning space and improve the learning environment for pupils and teachers.
The construction and furnishing of the classroom blocks were funded through the Office of the Prime Minister under the affirmative action interventions targeting communities with historical development gaps. This initiative is part of the Government's efforts to address infrastructure challenges in communities that have experienced historical disruptions, including the effects of wars and other hardships. By investing in education infrastructure, the government aims to create a conducive environment for children to acquire knowledge and skills.
Minister Kaboyo highlighted the importance of affirmative action programmes during the commissioning ceremonies. She explained that her office has a responsibility to implement programmes targeting communities that have historically lagged behind in development. The Minister emphasized that education infrastructure remains a critical component of these interventions, as improved learning facilities are essential for creating an environment where children can learn and grow.
The Minister also called upon parents and community members to complement Government investments in education. Kaboyo urged parents to ensure that children are enrolled in school, attend lessons consistently, and remain in school until completion. She emphasized that improving education outcomes requires the combined efforts of Government, parents, teachers, and the wider community.
Minister Kaboyo further pledged continued Government support to communities through programmes aimed at improving household incomes and livelihoods. She cited the Parish Development Model (PDM) as one of the Government programmes intended to support households to improve their economic wellbeing. The Minister encouraged community members to take advantage of Government programmes and use the available opportunities to improve household livelihoods.
The commissioning ceremonies were attended by local leaders and other stakeholders from the two districts, including Hon. Mutebi Mugoya Agoroben, the area Member of Parliament, district leaders, school management committees, and members of the local communities. The newly constructed and furnished classroom blocks are expected to ease pressure on existing facilities and provide a more conducive environment for teaching and learning.
The projects reflect the office of the Minister of State for Luweero, Rwenzori and Busoga Affairs' continued implementation of affirmative action interventions aimed at addressing infrastructure gaps and improving access to essential public services in historically disadvantaged communities. For pupils and teachers at the two schools, the new facilities provide additional space for learning and are expected to improve the overall learning environment in the two Busoga communities.
Key points
- The Minister of State for Luwero Triangle, Rwenzori and Busoga Affairs, Hon. Alice K. Kaboyo, has commissioned new classroom blocks at Nawansagwa Primary School and Kiwa-Nabuzi Primary School.
- The classroom blocks were funded under the affirmative action interventions targeting communities with historical development gaps.
- The Minister urged parents and community members to support Government efforts in education by ensuring children are enrolled and consistently attend school.
