education 16 August 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Archbishop Kaziimba Urges Faith-Based Schools to Develop Idle Land
Archbishop Samuel Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu has called upon faith-based schools in Uganda to actively utilize their unused land to prevent encroachment and illegal claims. He stressed the importance of developing these properties for the benefit of future generations. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kaziimba-tells-faith-based-schools-to-utilise-idle-land-to-protect-from-encroachers-5560548
Archbishop Samuel Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu of the Church of Uganda has issued a strong directive to the management of faith-based schools, urging them to put all idle land to productive use. The Archbishop emphasized that leaving school properties undeveloped makes them susceptible to land grabbers and illegal claims.
Speaking at Mengo Senior School in Kampala during the “Tambula Mengo Run,” a fundraising event, Archbishop Kaziimba highlighted that proactive development and protection of institutional land are crucial for safeguarding these assets for the future. “School land must be put to productive use. When land is left idle, it becomes vulnerable to land grabbers. School managers must think about how best to develop and protect their land,” he stated.
The “Tambula Mengo Run” itself was aimed at raising Shs18.6 billion for the construction of a new nine-storey block, which will include a dining hall. Archbishop Kaziimba, who participated as the chief runner, also took the opportunity to advocate for regular physical exercise, sharing that it helps him maintain his fitness at 64 years old.
Beyond land management and physical health, the Archbishop also expressed concern over contemporary eating habits among children. He appealed to parents to revive the tradition of family meals, noting their significance in fostering parent-child interaction, understanding challenges, and providing guidance.
The fundraising run saw participation from approximately 2,200 individuals, including religious leaders, parents, students, and the general public. Mengo Senior School’s headteacher, Dr. Grace Nantaja Ssebanaakita, explained that the school’s current facilities, particularly the dining hall, are inadequate for its 900 students, as it can only accommodate 600. The new building is intended to alleviate congestion and provide much-needed additional learning space, with the project expected to be completed within four years. This initiative is part of the school’s broader strategy to expand its infrastructure to meet the needs of its growing student body and enhance the learning environment.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)