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Two hundred fifty-seven students were awarded certificates on Saturday at Bishop Comboni College in Kanungu after successfully completing vocational courses under the Uganda Community Polytechnic Certificate program. Courses offered included Plumbing and Pipe Fitting, DCP Design, Carpentry and Joinery, and Electricity.
The graduation ceremony, held on the college grounds, brought together students, teachers, and well-wishers. Graduands sat for examinations under the Uganda Vocations and Teaching Assessment Board (UVTAB).
Speaking to reporters, Brother Innocent Katushabe, the Comboni College Headteacher, commended the staff and community for their support. He urged graduates to work hard, respect their workplaces, and focus on creating jobs rather than just seeking employment, emphasizing the technical skills they have acquired. Brother Katushabe also encouraged students to upgrade their certificates through further training, while advising candidate classes in S.4 and S.6 to study diligently as they prepare for final exams.
Dr. Joseph Tumwebaze, the guest of honor, called upon graduates to be practical, cooperative, and appreciative of opportunities, while avoiding hatred. He generously contributed 200 bags of cement and 5 million UGX toward the construction of a new block at the school.
Kanungu District Chairperson, Eng. Sam Kajojo, urged students to embrace innovation and government programs aimed at reducing poverty, noting the challenges of securing employment in the current job market.
The event also featured a fundraising drive, collecting over 700 bags of cement and more than 40 million UGX in cash. The funds will support the construction of a dining hall, classrooms, and a conference hall in memory of Rev. Fr. Paolino Tomaino, the founder of the school.
Additionally, Bishop Comboni College celebrated St. Comboni Day, promoting teamwork and unity among students, which school leaders emphasized as key to future success.
