Education: The government of Uganda has commenced the construction of 116 new seed secondary schools across the country, including Kihuuba Seed Secondary School in Karujubu Division, Masindi Municipality.
This initiative is part of the Uganda Secondary Education Expansion Project (USEEP), which aims to address the shortage of secondary schools nationwide.
The project, jointly funded by the World Bank and the Ugandan Government, also includes the expansion of 61 secondary schools in refugee-hosting areas.
The total funding for the project is Shs630 billion, with Shs552 billion provided by the World Bank and Shs77.3 billion contributed by the government of Uganda.
Solomon Asiimwe, the Division LC3 Chairman for Karujubu, expressed gratitude to the government for supporting Kihuuba Seed Secondary School.
Originally established as a community school, Kihuuba has struggled with inadequate infrastructure. Asiimwe confirmed that a contractor has been identified and construction will commence next month.
He also urged parents and guardians to change their negative attitudes toward Karujubu Community Secondary School, noting that it can provide quality education and save students from traveling long distances.
Residents and leaders in Buliisa District are equally thrilled by the planned construction of a seed secondary school in Kizikya Cell, Buliisa Town Council.
Esau Isingoma, a resident, described the school as a relief, saying it will spare children from long treks to access secondary education and reduce risks such as accidents.
Epafura Muliisa, LC3 Chairperson of Buliisa Town Council, praised the government for fulfilling its promise to establish the school. He emphasized that the new facility will address education challenges in the district.
Nicholas Aliganyira, Chairperson of the Buliisa District Education Committee, urged parents to utilize the opportunity fully, ensuring that their children enroll and benefit from the school.
The construction of seed schools under USEEP is a significant step toward improving access to education, particularly in underserved areas.
Leaders and residents in both Masindi and Buliisa are optimistic that the new schools will address long-standing challenges and contribute to the development of their communities.
Story filed by Innocent Atuganyira and Pascal Onega
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