Former Students of Prime Technical Institute Seek Help from Kikuube RDC
In a closed-door meeting held on Sunday evening at the Bunyoro Cultural Centre, the frustrated former students shared their grievances with the RDC, explaining how they had studied practical courses but had never gained the hands-on experience promised.
By Edrisa Ssentongo
Former students of Prime Technical Institute in Bulindi, Hoima District, have appealed to the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Kikuube District and aspiring Member of Parliament for Bughaya County, Amlan Tumusiime, for assistance after spending two years at an unregistered and unaccredited institution that has left them jobless and struggling.
In a closed-door meeting held on Sunday evening at the Bunyoro Cultural Centre, the frustrated former students shared their grievances with the RDC, explaining how they had studied practical courses but had never gained the hands-on experience promised.
One of the students, Mugabi Kenneth, shared his experience: "I studied driving and mechanics for two years, but I don’t know how to drive a car," he said.
In response, RDC Tumusiime urged both district and national leaders to stop labelling the youth as lazy and unwilling to work.
He emphasised the need to create opportunities for young people to escape joblessness and poverty.
"Don't lose hope. God is with you, and you will overcome this situation," Tumusiime assured the youth, who listened attentively.
Demonstrating his commitment to supporting the young people, Tumusiime pledged to contribute two million shillings in cash and an additional Shs5 million once they formalise their savings and credit cooperative.
The meeting, which began with frustration and anger, ended on a positive note, with the youth expressing their gratitude and promising to support Tumusiime in the upcoming 2026 general election.
