KATERERA, RUBIRIZI — The Lions Club of Rubirizi has extended support to Kashebeya Parents School and Nyakasharu community with donations aimed at improving education, welfare and road safety.
According to the outgoing Lions Club President, Lion Kwesiga Rosebel Akiki, the club visited Kashebeya Parents School in Katerera to donate sanitary pads, pens, and books to pupils. She said the donation is intended to help girls stay in school and to improve pupils’ learning.
The club also pledged to donate 16 double-decker beds to the school to help learners have better sleeping facilities, improve their welfare, and create a better learning environment.
Lion Kwesiga added that the initiative is part of the club’s commitment to strengthen community service and volunteerism.
The Lions Club of Rubirizi also supported Nyakasharu community with a zebra crossing to help pupils and residents cross the road safely and prevent accidents.
Speaking during the visit, Mr. Agaba Obed Byakureka, the LC5 Chairperson of Rubirizi, commended the club for its unity, selfless service, passion and teamwork. He noted that the Lions Club of Rubirizi is supporting government efforts by helping the community through projects that lift people out of poverty, and by supporting schools and health centers.
Meanwhile, Mr. Muhirwe Nelson, the Headteacher of Kashebeya Parents School, thanked the Lions Club of Rubirizi for the scholastic materials. He said the support will help keep learners in school, improve pupil welfare, and boost academic performance.
*By Tugume Muzafaru*
_Senior News Reporter, Rubirizi District_
