The Katikkiro of Buganda Charles Peter Mayiga has urged African leaders to stop constantly reminding their citizens about the injustices committed by colonial rulers, saying such narratives often weigh down people’s spirits and hinder national development.
While speaking during the 25th anniversary celebrations of Stena Schools in Makindye-Lukuli an institution founded by Christopher Bwanika Mayiga emphasized the need for a forward-looking approach.
“African leaders should avoid repeatedly reminding their people about the atrocities committed by colonialists. Instead, they should focus on practical ways of transforming their countries and improving the livelihoods of their citizens,” Mayiga said.
He added that countries which have developed did so by concentrating on progress rather than dwelling on past injustices.
“If leaders adopt a development-focused mindset, it will greatly help nations to grow and uplift their people,” he noted.
Education as a Key to Progress
Mayiga stressed that education remains the strongest tool in addressing major societal challenges.
“Without education, challenges such as poverty, disease, and ignorance cannot be overcome,” he said.
Mayiga also encouraged school proprietors to maintain high standards and ensure that learners are well-grounded not only academically but also culturally.
“Children must grow up understanding their culture, language, and values, while also becoming responsible citizens,” he added.
The event was also attended by several dignitaries, including Prince David Kintu Wasajja and religious leaders such as the assistant Retired Bishop of Kampala Diocese Rt Rev Hanington Mutebi.
Rt. Rev. Mutebi emphasized the importance of accountability and understanding one’s roots.
“People must remember where they come from and remain committed to fulfilling their responsibilities, especially those entrusted with leadership,” he said.
Retired Bishop Mutebi also praised the foundation which Stena Schools built into the children of Buganda and Uganda at Large in Education Sector
The Anntony Genel of Buganda who's the founder of these schools Christopher Bwanika highlighted the school’s journey since its founding in 2000 alongside his late wife, Dr. Florence Nsubuga Bwanika.
“We started with very few students, but today the school has grown into a center of excellence in Uganda’s education sector,” Bwanika noted.
Mujuuzi Bwanika Frobisher, one of the administrators of Stena schools, informed the Katikkiro that they are continuing to move forward with efforts to improve the standards of these schools. This includes nurturing and training children to compete both nationally and internationally in education, so that they can achieve very high-quality standards.
“We are continuing to move forward with efforts to improve the standards of these schools, including nurturing and training learners so that they can compete across Uganda and achieve the highest level of educational excellence,”Mujuuzi Said
The anniversary celebrations recognized the school’s contribution to academic excellence and character development over the past 25 years.
At the end of the event ,Katikkiro awarded the best students who exelled in their 2025 S6 exams by awarding them certificates and the best student got 20 points
