This commitment was reiterated today by UWA’s Acting Executive Director, Dr. James Musinguzi, during a meeting with Dalton Kato and Edgar Kakuru, sons of the late Angel Kobusheshe, who excelled in their O-Level examinations at St. Paul’s Seminary in Rushoroza, Kabale District.
Angel Kobusheshe, who worked as an Accounts Clerk at UWA, was tragically murdered by unidentified assailants in February 2013.
In recognition of the sacrifice made by its staff, UWA took on the responsibility of sponsoring his children Kato, Kakuru, Elijah Abaho, and Kelvin Tashobya in February 2020, as part of its policy to support the families of employees who die while on duty.
During the meeting, Dr. Musinguzi commended the students for their exceptional academic performance and encouraged them to remain focused on their studies.
He assured them of UWA’s continued support, pledging that the organization would fund their education through university.
“We acknowledge that our success as an institution is built on the dedication of our staff, some of whom have made the ultimate sacrifice.
It is our moral duty to ensure their children have access to quality education and the opportunity to achieve their dreams.
We remain steadfast in our commitment to honoring their parents’ legacy through continued support,” Dr. Musinguzi stated.
Kato and Kakuru, now preparing to join A-Level, expressed profound gratitude to UWA for the life-changing support they have received.
“This scholarship means everything to us. It has given us hope and a future. We are determined to make the most of this opportunity and make our late father proud,” they said.
Their younger siblings, Abaho and Tashobya, are currently in Primary Six and Senior One, respectively.
Their mother, Hope Mbabazi, also conveyed her heartfelt appreciation for UWA’s ongoing assistance.
“Raising my children alone after my husband’s tragic death has been incredibly difficult. UWA’s support has been a lifeline, ensuring that my children receive a good education.
Seeing them excel fills me with hope for their future, and I am deeply grateful for UWA’s unwavering support,” she said.
UWA’s scholarship program is part of its broader staff welfare initiatives, highlighting its commitment not only to conservation but also to the families of those who have served in protecting Uganda’s wildlife.
Currently, UWA sponsors the education of 60 children of fallen staff, with two beneficiaries already having graduated.
By investing in the education of the next generation, UWA aims to uplift the families of its deceased employees while fostering future conservationists who will carry forward the mission of wildlife protection in Uganda.