Kazo school gets UGX65m MTN computer lab
Bryan Mbasa, the Senior Manager at MTN Foundation, helps students of St. Catherine Girls Secondary School to explore some of the newly installed computers, following the donation on September 20.
MTN Uganda, through its corporate social responsibility arm, MTN Foundation, has today enhanced the digital learning environment at St. Catherine Girls Secondary School in Kazo District, with the donation of a fully furnished computer laboratory valued at UGX65 million.
Part of MTNâs Digital Access Program, the support includes ten computers, a year of free internet access, and backup power systems, further reinforcing the companyâs commitment to fostering digital inclusion and empowering young women across the country.
Andrew Tusubira, the Regional Commercial Head â West at MTN Uganda, emphasized that this initiative aligns with MTN Ugandaâs Ambition 2025 Strategy, which is dedicated to advancing digital transformation and ensuring that all Ugandans can enjoy the benefits of a connected life, regardless of their economic or social background.
- âWe believe that this computer lab will serve as a transformative space for students, providing them with the tools needed to develop essential digital skills and engage with the digital economy,â Tusubira stated.
He also highlighted that this contribution reflects MTN Ugandaâs broader commitment to supporting the Ugandan government in achieving the goals of Vision 2040, National Development Plan III, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in fostering inclusiveness, equity, and economic empowerment.
Sr. Assumpta Mayar, the head teacher at St. Catherine Girls Secondary School, expressed deep gratitude for MTNâs support. "We are incredibly grateful to MTN Uganda for this generous contribution. The new computer lab is not just a gift to our school but an investment in the future of our students. This will open up new opportunities for our girls to learn, grow, and compete in the digital world," she said.
- St. Catherine Girls Secondary School, with over 500 students, is the second institution to benefit from this yearâs Digital Access Program, following the successful partnership with the Tunaweza Foundation.
According to the World Bank, Uganda grapples with high rates of unemployment and underemployment, particularly among young women. The unemployment rate for women stands at 16.3%, higher than the national average of 11.7%.
âThese figures point to a critical issue: many young women face barriers such as limited access to quality education and digital skills, which can hinder their ability to fully participate in the digital economy and realize their full potential,â Tusubira noted.
Other schools set to benefit from this initiative include St. Josephâs Nyenga Seminary in Buikwe District, Revival Girls in Mbarara District, and St. Johnâs Secondary School in Sheema District.
MTN Uganda has long been at the forefront of supporting ICT in education, having established over 48 ICT labs in educational institutions nationwide.
- With a focus on innovative technology, MTN Uganda is aiming at uplifting communities towards independence in the bold new digital world. The Foundation invests resources for social redress, thus economic empowerment, education, health, and humanitarian response. The Foundation implements projects that are highly enabled by ICT solutions.