Staff Reporter
The Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataaha Museveni, has encouraged graduates in Kabale District to stay committed to acquiring more knowledge in order to meet the evolving demands of 21st-century education. Her message was delivered by Muzamiru Mukwatampora, Commissioner for Admissions and Student Affairs at the Ministry of Education and Sports, during the 12th Graduation Ceremony of the National Teachers College (NTC) – Kabale. This event also marked the final awarding of diplomas as the college transitions into Unite Campus Kabale.
A total of 2,306 students graduated with diplomas in Primary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, and certificates in Early Childhood Education.
Janet Museveni urged the graduates to apply the skills and knowledge gained during their studies for personal development and to make a positive impact in their communities. She encouraged them to take advantage of the college’s transition into Unite Campus Kabale to continue their education. She expressed hope that the change would help attract top scholars to the education sector and reminded the graduates that societal transformation begins with teachers.
Kyambogo University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Eli Katunguka, who presided over the ceremony, also advised the teaching staff to pursue continuous learning to remain competitive. He encouraged the graduates to acquire entrepreneurial skills and to serve as role models in their communities.
Annet Komunda, Principal of NTC-Kabale, highlighted that as the institution transitions into Unite Campus Kabale, it will focus on offering Bachelor’s degree programs, in line with the Government Teacher Policy of 2019. She added that this change would provide students with access to government scholarships and support from development partners.
