Bright screens, brighter futures: Hisense powers Busoga’s digital leap

In a world where technology is reshaping how we live, learn, and connect, a recent event in Bugolobi, Kampala, proved that innovation can also be deeply personal, and profoundly transformative.

At the heart of this vibrant gathering was a powerful gesture: 50 Hisense 50-inch TVs donated to 50 public schools in Busoga, lighting up classrooms with the promise of digital learning.

Held at Hisense’s headquarters, the event was more than a corporate affair, it was a celebration of community, education, and shared vision. The launch of Hisense’s colossal 116-inch TV added a touch of tech glamour, but the real stars were the students whose futures are now a little brighter.

Graced by Third Deputy Prime Minister and Minister without Portfolio Lukia Isanga Nakadama, alongside education leaders and stakeholders, the ceremony underscored a growing movement: making digital learning accessible, engaging, and empowering for every child.

Liu Mingshu, Managing Director of Smartec Electronics Ltd, shared a heartfelt vision.

“We want to inspire dream-driven children to pursue excellence,” she said. And she’s not stopping at screens. Her son Lele, a student at Daoxianghu School in China, will connect with Ugandan learners through weekly online lessons in mathematics, science, and art—bridging continents with curiosity.

In a further nod to global learning, Shenyang Petrochemical College will offer Chinese language classes, giving students a taste of international culture and communication.

Liu also announced the upcoming Hisense Technology Museum, set to open in December. Designed as a free, interactive space for students across Uganda, the museum will explore how physics shapes everyday life from the gadgets we use to the forces that move us. It’s a hands-on invitation to wonder, experiment, and dream.

Representing First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Janet Kataaha Museveni, Dr. Joyce Moriku Kaducu highlighted the importance of digital learning, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. “This donation opens doors to innovative teaching methods and inspires students to dream bigger,” she said, referencing Uganda’s 2021 Digital Education Standards as a roadmap to Vision 2040.

Minister Nakadama echoed the sentiment, calling the initiative “a celebration of deeper commitment to community.” She praised Hisense for its dedication to improving education outcomes in Busoga and beyond, noting that such partnerships are key to building a more inclusive and empowered society.

This isn’t just about TVs, it’s about transforming how children learn, how teachers teach, and how communities grow. It’s about turning classrooms into launchpads for imagination, creativity, and excellence.

In Busoga, the glow of a 50-inch screen now reflects something far greater: the light of opportunity, the spark of innovation, and the power of dreaming big.