The DECEDA implementation team from Nkumba University has delivered ICT equipment to 31 selected primary schools across five regions of Uganda under the DECEDA initiative.
The deliveries, which took place concurrently in the Eastern, Western, Northern, Central, and West Nile regions, were followed by the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) by school management representatives, committing them to use the equipment strictly for its intended academic purpose.
In Mbale City, Eastern Uganda, the DECEDA team officially handed over digital learning equipment to Northroad Primary School. The event was witnessed by the school’s Board of Trustees and pupils. Mr. Joseph Lwevuze later facilitated a comprehensive computer literacy training for teachers from six selected schools in the region.
At Northroad, Mr. Mugweri Siraji, Chairperson of the Parents’ Teachers’ Association, expressed gratitude to all stakeholders involved in the initiative. “I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Ministry of Education and Sports, the Ministry of ICT, Nkumba University, UCC, and UCUSAF for selecting our school as an anchor institution for this project.”
Simultaneously, ICT equipment was delivered to Arua Hill Primary School in West Nile, where Headmistress Madam Adiru Beatrice Asimasi signed an MoU on behalf of the school management, affirming their commitment to safeguard and utilize the equipment appropriately. The training of teachers also took place at the same venue, with participants from Oluvu, Arua Hill, Lini, Ayavu, Dranya, and Nebbi Primary Schools.
In the Northern Region, the team handed over ICT equipment to the Head Teacher of Adyel Primary School in Lira City, in a ceremony witnessed by PTA representatives and pupils.
Central Uganda saw the DECEDA team deliver equipment to Yowana Maria Muzeeyi Primary School in Kayunga District. The school administration later signed an MoU committing to the responsible use of the equipment, followed by a training session for 18 teachers from selected schools in the region.
In the Western Region, the handover took place at Mbarara Junior School, where Head Teacher Mr. Mugume Nathan received the ICT tools on behalf of the school. Addressing the 18 teachers present for training, the Coordinating Centre Tutor for Western Uganda, Ms. Agasha Monic, emphasized the importance of adapting to digital trends, “I urge you to rethink and adopt 21st-century digital learning methods to remain relevant in today’s classrooms,” she told the participants.
The training sessions across all five regions aimed to build teacher capacity in the integration of ICT into classroom instruction. Participating teachers expressed enthusiasm and high expectations.
Teachers expressed both enthusiasm and a strong commitment to embracing digital skills, highlighting their readiness to learn and share with peers.
“I want to learn as much as I can so that I can also train fellow teachers on how to integrate ICT into their teaching practices,” said Mr. Ahevwa Nickson, a Mathematics teacher at Bujaga Integrated Primary School in Rwampara District.
From Kiruhura District, Mr. Musinguzi John Bosco, an English teacher at Sanga Parents School, commended the initiative and its impact, “I would like to thank UCC for fulfilling its promise and delivering ICT equipment to our school. My expectation for today’s training is to improve my computer skills.”
Mr. Byamugisha Simon, an English teacher from Itojo Central Primary School in Ntungamo District, also shared his aspirations, “My goal is to gain more knowledge in computer usage so I can effectively deliver teaching materials online. I’m also looking forward to networking with other teachers.”
These voices reflect a growing commitment among educators to adapt to the evolving demands of 21st-century teaching.
Implemented by Nkumba University, the DECEDA (Digitally Enabled Community-Centered Early-Childhood Development Approach) project is supported by the Uganda Communications Commission through the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF). The initiative is geared toward empowering primary schools with the digital capacity needed to enhance teaching and learning outcomes in Uganda’s education sector.
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