Kyambogo College marks 70 years

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Kyambogo College School on Saturday (August 10, 2024) celebrated 70 years of diligent service to the education sector.

“We strive for excellence as we prepare for the new horizon,” the school head teacher, Stanley Mugume, told the guests at Kyambongo College grounds.

Minister Kabuye Kyoffatogabye cutting the tape to commission a new access road to Kyambogo College School. (Photo by Mpalanyi Ssentongo)

The platinum celebrations coincided with fundraising for a state-of-the-art science complex to cater for the new education curriculum.

However, Mugume emphasised the need for support for the project, which needs sh6b to pull off.

“Your contribution can transform a science story at Kyambogo College and set students for a brighter future,” he said.

Minister Kabuye Kyoffatogabye handing over an envelope containing sh20m to the headteacher to add a brick to the project. (Photo by Mpalanyi Ssentongo)

The Kampala state minister, Kabuye Kyoffatogabye who represented President Yoweri Museveni, handed over an envelope containing sh20m to the headteacher to add a brick to the project.

“This has been a great school and each year, I see good performance and it is evident that this project is embracing the new curriculum,’’ he said.

He presided over the unveiling of the Platinum Monument, commissioned the access road and proposed Platinum Science Project.

Retired Bishop of Mukono, Elia Paul Luzinda, the chief celebrant of platinum jubilee thanksgiving said the school should remember and appreciate all those who have added to its milestone. (Photo by Mpalanyi Ssentongo)

Retired Bishop of Mukono, Elia Paul Luzinda, the chief celebrant of platinum jubilee thanksgiving said that as the school celebrates its platinum Jubilee, it should remember and appreciate all those who have added to this milestone, including parents, the board of governors and everyone who played a role for its success.

"Today, we see this as a great school because of the support that came from different corners,"

Luzinda noted that success and achievements have been possible because God used people who overcame conflicts, financial challenges, and difficult situations for today's success.

"We shouldn't attempt to boast that it has been us for this to pass, the Lord has been at the centre and not recognizing Him is a total failure,” he said, urging people to recognize God's deeds in everything they put their hands to succeed in life.

"The Lord has indeed brought this school from far, I have witnessed this since it started when I was eight years old," he said.

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More pictures from the platinum jubilee celebration

Students entertaining their dear guests. With radiant smiles, they entertained their esteemed guests with a vibrant showcase of traditional dances, leaving the audience in delight. Parents and visitors looked on with joy and admiration.

They performed different traditional dances beaming with smiles as guests and parents looked on in amusement. The performances were a befitting tribute to the institution's 70-year legacy.

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Showcasing science projects

As part of the 70th-anniversary celebrations, students proudly showcased their innovative projects, which caught the attention of the chief guest, Kampala State Minister Kabuye Kyofatogabye.

During a guided tour, the minister was impressed by the students' in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm as they explained the intricacies of their projects.

With confidence and clarity, the students demonstrated how their projects worked, leaving the minister in awe of their ingenuity and expertise.

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Tree planting

Planting trees was one of the activities during the celebrations. The chief guest, Kampala State Minister Kabuye Kyofatogabye, actively participated in the activity. He enthusiastically got his hands dirty, using a hoe to dig a hole, carefully planting a tree, and then watering it to ensure its growth.

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