School Chaplain Criticises Youth for Neglecting Culture
The Rev Fr Edward Nsanziiro, chaplain of schools in Masaka Diocese, has raised alarms over the growing trend among young people to neglect their native language and cultural heritage, despite their educational achievements.
During a Mass at the Masaka School of Comprehensive Nursing, where the leadership of the Baganda Nkobazambogo Association was handed over, he warned that this cultural disconnect is contributing to inappropriate behaviors, including violations of cultural norms, such as marrying within clans.
“It’s shameful for our educated youth to know so little about their own culture and heritage while they chase after foreign lifestyles they barely understand,” Fr Nsanziiro stated.
He urged Christians to remain steadfast in their faith and embrace the symbolic importance of the Cross, which reflects the values of Christ the Redeemer.
Lubowa Ssebina Gyaviira, Katikkiro of the Ngo clan, echoed these sentiments, urging youth to prioritize cultural values as a foundation for building both Buganda and the nation.
“To ensure a brighter future, we must strengthen our identity and use our cultural principles to guide our journey as a people,” Gyaviira emphasized.
The event also marked the swearing-in of new leaders for Nkobazambogo, a cultural group dedicated to promoting Buganda's traditions.
The ceremony was led by Kizza Bonny, overseeing Nkobazambogo in the Buddu, Kooki, and Ssese regions.
New chairperson Musa Ssekalaala, along with his deputy Elisa Nicholas Ssekitende and their executive committee, pledged to strengthen the association and promote cultural pride among the youth.
