TRICONA commended for girl-child empowerment

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Vice-President Jessica Alupo has paid glowing tribute to Trinity College Nabbingo (TRICONA) for its enormous contribution to the development of Uganda through girl-child education.

“Empowering the girl-child is crucial for growth and sustainable development. When girls are empowered, they can contribute significantly to their communities and the country at large. To prepare our girls for this world, we must embrace innovation, not just in science and technology, but in thought, in teaching, and in courage. Trinity College Nabbingo’s commitment to this cause is commendable,” she said.

Alupo voiced her gratitude during the school’s 83^rd anniversary function that was held at the school in Wakiso district on Friday, June 20, 2025. Her message was delivered by the minister for Kampala City and Metropolitan Affairs, Hon. Minsa Kabanda, who represented her at the function.

Alupo later gave some interesting advice to the students.

 “Dear students, ladies of substance, you are not only the leaders of tomorrow, you are the innovators of today. Let no one dim your light, let no voice silence your song. Let your imagination break the ceilings placed above you. For within you lies the power to change the world. One idea, one act at a time,” she said.

The function started with a Thanksgiving mass presided over by the Archbishop of Kampala, the Most Rev. Paul Ssemogerere, who asked the family of Trinity College Nabbingo to live out the attributes of the Most Holy Trinity (the patron saint of the school).

A spectacle of TRICONA students during the offertory procession.

A spectacle of the headteacher, Immaculate Lwanga (right) and other stakeholders during the offertory procession.

A spectacle of TRICONA's Xaverians and Papal Knight William Mubiru during mass. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

“We want to see you as symbols of the Trinity. Let the image of the Trinity be reflected in your oneness, your love for one another, your exemplary life,” he said.

Ssemogerere expressed admiration for the calmness and tranquillity at TRICONA. He nonetheless implored the students to make discipline a culture of their entire lives.

“I enjoy the order, even the way we are sitting. I marvel at the discipline and smartness. In some schools I visit, students murmur like pigs. But here are 2,300 students, all calm and quiet. I pray that you carry your discipline even when you go away from here. Out there, it is a total mess. A boda-boda is allowed to carry only one passenger, but it carries four, even five. A driver is asked to keep left, but they go to the right! Please don’t get corrupted when you leave this school. Remain gentle and orderly,” Ssemogerere said.

The Prelate encouraged Christians to pray for the boy-child, so that the well-groomed girls can find “educated, disciplined and civilised gentlemen” to marry them.

The headteacher of Trinity College Nabbingo, Immaculate Lwanga carries the Word of God in the image of the ten commandments as students accompany her with a traditional dance. This was during the thanksgiving mass for the school's 83rd anniversary celebration at the school in Wakiso district on Friday, June 20, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

The headteacher of Trinity College Nabbingo, Immaculate Lwanga (left) presents the Word of God (in the image of the ten commandments) to Deacon Victor Nganzi. This was during the thanksgiving mass for the school's 83rd anniversary celebration at the school in Wakiso district on Friday, June 20, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

The headteacher of TRICONA, Lady Immaculate Nassozi Lwanga, said the school was even more committed to the mission of producing all-rounded women who are morally upright, academically sound and physically capable of serving God and the country.

She thanked President Museveni for his goodwill and support for the school. She requested government to give more support to the school to enable it to expand its infrastructure and be able to accommodate more students. She mentioned, among others, the proposed 2,500-seater chapel (under construction) as one of the projects that require support.

The school’s head girl, Lisa Blandina Kabirungi, paid tribute to Bishop Edward Michaud (White Father) and his confreres for their vision of girl-child education, which compelled them to start TRICONA. She expressed the determination of the current stakeholders to keep up the mission and take the school to even greater heights.

Alumnus Maria Apoo (holding a microphone) delivers the message of the old girls. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

The Secretary, Trinity College Nabbingo Old Girls Association, Maria Apoo, said the alumni would continue to participate even more actively in the development activities of the school. She mentioned Trinity Junior School as one of the projects behind which the alumni had thrown their weight.

TRICONA's headteacher, Immaculate Lwanga (Left), Archbishop Ssemogerere (wearing a skull-cap) and other stakeholders share a light moment during the function. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

The headteacher of Trinity Coole Nabbingo, Immaculate Lwanga (second-left), the school's Board Chairman Fr Joseph Mary Ssebunnya (third-left), and the school's Chaplain Fr John Chrysostom Kiwanuka (right) and Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere cut the tape to launch the construction of the school's new chapel. This was during the school's 83rd anniversary celebration at the school in Wakiso district on Friday, June 20, 2025.

Hon Joseph Ssewungu (left) unveils the plaque to commission TRICONA'S Pius Kawere Dormitory Block. Third-right is the school's headteacher, Lady Immaculate Lwanga.

Other Highlights

Earlier, before mass, Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere laid the foundation stone for the proposed sh7 billion, 2,500-seater chapel that is under construction. During mass, he confirmed 34 students and gave 11 students their first Holy Communion. He also blessed 54 students who made their final Christian commitments. Ssemogerere also wed Winnie Nakiranda and Matthew Odong, a support staff member.

Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere (holding a crosier) and Hon Hajjat Minsa Kabanda (wearing a sharia dress) sharing a photo-moment with the chapel choir of Trinity College Nabbingo. his was during the school's 83rd anniversary celebration at the school in Wakiso district on Friday, June 20, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

TRICONA's chapel choir in action during mass. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

Another highlight – A new students’ dormitory, Pius Kawere Block, was commissioned by Hon. Joseph Ssewungu (on behalf of the Vice-President, Hon. Jessica Alupo).

Board Chairman Fr Dr Joseph Mary Ssebunnya (left) rewards Christine Nakiboneka, the school's best all-round student. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere (holding a crosier) and Hon Hajjat Minsa Kabanda (fourth-left) sharing a photo-moment with the old students of Trinity College Nabbingo. This was during the school's 83rd anniversary celebration at the school in Wakiso district on Friday, June 20, 2025. (Photo by Mathias Mazinga)

Teachers who received promotions and those who retired were rewarded. Staff members who performed exceptionally well were also rewarded.

Christine Nakiboneka, the TRICONA student who excelled in academics, extra-curricular activities, faith and morality, was also recognised/rewarded.

The celebration ran under the theme: Empowering the Girl-Child Holistically for Sustainable Development.