Brig. Gen. Kulayigye Calls for Parental Engagement to Support Youth activities
Brigadier General Felix Kulayigye, the Spokesperson of Uganda People’s Defence Forces, has urged parents in Bushenyi District to engage their children in productive activities to combat idleness. He was speaking at a ceremony for 650 students who completed a week of patriotism training at Kyabugimbi Secondary School. He stressed the importance of balancing parental love with accountability.
Kulayigye encouraged parents to assign responsibilities to their children and correct them when they err. He revealed that society faces challenges from foreign influences and that this needs to be addressed. He urged students to apply the skills learnt during their training, stressing that discipline, kindness, and patriotism are vital for national strength.
Madinah Zalwango, coordinator at the National Patriotism Secretariat noted that the patriotism initiative, launched by President Yoweri Museveni in 2009 aims at equipping young people to succeed in a competitive world. She highlighted alarming statistics revealing that the western region leads in HIV/AIDS transmission, with 600 young people aged 15-30 infected weekly.
Bushenyi District Woman Member of Parliament, Annet Katusiime Mugisha remarked that patriotism training has positively impacted students, promoting a love for their country. She expressed concern over growing issues, including substance abuse and early sexual activity which contribute to moral decadency.
Alex Musinguzi, the Kyabugimbi Secondary School headmaster added that patriotism training will instill discipline and foster responsible citizenship among students.
