CCFU launches cultural heritage publications to boost heritage education in Buliisa
"These publications are a valuable resource. Let us use them to ensure that our cultural identity is preserved for future generations," Mukurate urged.
Buliisa: In an effort to promote and revitalize cultural heritage education in Ugandan schools, the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) has launched two key publications: a collection of Bagungu folk stories and a heritage education toolkit for primary school teachers.
The launch event took place on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Kisomere Primary School in Ngwedo Sub-county, Buliisa District. It was attended by parents, teachers, learners, and key district officials, including the Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Buliisa, Silvester Mukurate.
Speaking during the launch, Mr. Fredrick Sibambi, Deputy Executive Director of CCFU, said the publications are aimed at helping teachers initiate and strengthen cultural heritage education in their schools.
“This initiative is part of our broader Heritage Education Program, which aims to reconnect young people with their cultural roots,” Sibambi said. He emphasized that the foundation, a Kampala-based NGO, is committed to integrating positive aspects of culture into development processes.
The initiative has been supported by TotalEnergies EP Uganda, which collaborated with CCFU to document and preserve cultural materials such as the Bagungu folk stories.
Representing the District Education Officer, Buliisa District Sports Officer Godfrey Muhumuza commended the effort, noting that the resources will significantly enrich cultural knowledge among the youth.
“This is a step forward in educating our children about their heritage. We are grateful to TotalEnergies and CCFU for this initiative,” Muhumuza said.
Deputy RDC Silvester Mukurate, who officiated the event, called on learners and educators to fully utilize the newly launched materials to enhance cultural education in the district.
“These publications are a valuable resource. Let us use them to ensure that our cultural identity is preserved for future generations,” Mukurate urged.
The launch marks a significant milestone in integrating indigenous knowledge and cultural values into Uganda’s formal education system, with Buliisa now positioned as a pilot district for this cultural revitalization effort.
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