Archbishop Bainomugisha Urges Support for the Vulnerable
The Archbishop of Mbarara Archdiocese, the Rt. Rev. Lambert Bainomugisha, has urged Ugandans who are blessed with material wealth, education, and knowledge to show kindness and support to the less fortunate and vulnerable members of society.
The prelate said this yesterday, Wednesday September 4 while commissioning a new five-classroom block at St. Mary’s Primary School in Kyamuhunga Subcounty, Bushenyi District. He expressed gratitude to the generous donors from Austria who contributed to the construction of the building, valued at Shs445 million.
Raphael Magyezi, the Minister of Local Government, who facilitated the connection between the Austrian donors and St. Mary’s Primary School, encouraged school administrators to name the block in honor of their generous friends from Austria.
Annet Katusiime Mugisha, the Woman Member of Parliament for Bushenyi District, praised the Austrian donors for their support. She commended Archbishop Bainomugisha’s call for hard work and dedication to building a legacy, emphasizing that generous individuals will always be remembered for their contributions to the community.
Dancans Mugumya, the Commissioner of Physical Education, representing the Minister of State for Sports, Peter Ogwang, expressed satisfaction with the progress of Universal Primary Education schools like Kyamuhunga. He noted that the school provides holistic education, contributing positively to government’s educational initiatives which have sometimes faced challenges.
Grace Omwigarire, the head teacher of St. Mary’s Primary School, reported that the school has an enrollment of over 901 pupils and had previously faced challenges with congestion. She expressed optimism that the new classroom block will create a more conducive learning environment for the students.
