In a world where job opportunities are becoming increasingly scarce, students are being urged to focus on acquiring skills to become job creators rather than job seekers. This was the key message delivered by Diane Ampaire, the Principal of Boona School of Journalism and Vocational Studies (BOSJO), during a friendly match event held today at St. Raphael’s Stadium in Ruhinda sub-county, Rubabobo County, Rukungiri District.
The match, which saw girls from St. Rachel Secondary School and BOSJO play to a 0:0 draw, and boys end in a 2:2 draw, served as a platform for fostering teamwork and interaction among students from the two institutions. Ampaire used the occasion to emphasize the importance of vocational training, urging students to consider fields such as fashion and design, bakery, and other practical skills that can generate employment.
“When you acquire a skill, you not only create job opportunities for yourself but also for others, such as suppliers and those who work with you. This, in turn, improves the standards of living in the community,” Ampaire stated.
Bekunda Jones, the headteacher of St. Raphael Secondary School, expressed gratitude to BOSJO administrators for the visit, highlighting the importance of such events in reducing stress and enhancing social interactions for students.
“Days like these help students socialize and manage stress. Life can be stressful, so it’s important to have moments like this. We are excited to maintain and develop the relationship BOSJO has started with us, and we look forward to paying back the visit,” Bekunda added.
The friendly match was hailed as a success, with both schools looking forward to more collaborative engagements aimed at fostering vocational training and skill development among students.
