Students at St. Mugagga Vocational Secondary School Kkindu, a government-aided institution in Kyanamukaaka, Masaka District, are set to benefit from improved learning and communication following a donation from former Vice President Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi.
The donation included two television sets, decoders, and a public address system.
Ssekandi, one of the school’s founders, established St. Mugagga in 1991 to improve access to education in Kyanamukaaka, where students previously traveled long distances to attend neighboring schools—a challenge that hindered learning and increased dropout risks.
The mixed school now accommodates 1,008 students, creating challenges in communication during assemblies and lessons.
Speaking on behalf of Ssekandi, his aide Oscar Mutebi said the donation aims to address these challenges and enhance the overall learning environment.
“The television sets and decoders will enable students to follow current affairs, watch educational programs, and even access recreational content such as football, providing a balanced learning experience under the new curriculum,” Mutebi explained.
Mutebi also acknowledged ongoing challenges, including limited internet access and the need for clean water, and said efforts are underway to address them through government and partner support.
Headteacher Peace Bukenya Magoba noted that the public address system will improve communication, ensuring that students, regardless of where they are seated, can clearly hear announcements and lessons.
“Because of the large number of students, it has been difficult for some to hear teachers clearly. The public address system will help ensure every student receives information properly,” she said.
Parents, students, and local leaders welcomed the donation, praising Ssekandi and the government for their continued support of education.
Many noted that television access will broaden students’ knowledge of national and global issues, helping them become more informed citizens.
The donation not only strengthens the school’s infrastructure but also reflects Ssekandi’s long-standing commitment to education in Kyanamukaaka—a vision he set in motion over three decades ago to ensure every child has access to learning closer to home.
