Rubirizi, Uganda – Hon. Haji Muhammad Katoto Kato, Member of Parliament for Katerera County, Rubirizi District, has donated UGX 2.5 million towards the construction of a main hall at Mugyera Primary School. This contribution underscores his commitment to improving educational infrastructure in the region.
The donation was made during a fundraising event attended by parents, teachers, students, and other community members. Speaking at the event, Hon. Katoto urged parents to actively support government initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, including schools, roads, and water projects, emphasizing education as a crucial family investment.
He called on parents and former students to actively participate in school rehabilitation through community engagement (“burungi bwansi”). He stressed that building schools and ensuring access to education is a shared responsibility, not solely the government’s burden.
Hon. Atwib Katoto, former MP for Katerera, also present at the event, echoed these sentiments, urging political leaders and residents to collaborate in building better educational facilities.
He emphasized education’s role in overcoming poverty and ignorance, advocating for community support to complement government efforts. He also called for unity within the community as elections approach. Hon. Atwib Katoto contributed UGX 200,000 to the fundraising drive.
Mugyera Primary School’s headteacher, Mr. Tumuhimbise Stivin, explained that the fundraising aimed to complete the main hall, which will serve as an examination center for Primary Seven students and a venue for community meetings. He highlighted the school’s academic and sporting achievements, including its top ranking in the recent UPE results. Over UGX 3.6 million was raised during the event.
Mr. Stivin expressed gratitude to Hon. Muhammad Katoto and Hon. Kesande Grace (who contributed UGX 1 million for iron sheets) for their significant support.
Mr. Byaruhanga Edward, the PTA Chairperson, highlighted the school’s 59-year history of serving the community and its continued commitment to providing quality education.
Rev. Fr. Tinkasimire Vincent, Parish Priest of Kanyasande Catholic Parish, commended the community’s dedication and emphasized the crucial role of well-supported schools in community development.
Reported by; Tugume Muzafaru
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