Soroti, Uganda – MTN Uganda, through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, MTN Foundation, has officially inaugurated a new school block at Ocokican Community Secondary School in Ocokican Sub-County, Soroti District. The new facility, valued at Shs 327 million, includes two classrooms, a laboratory, 60 desks, 10 lab tables, 60 stools, a water harvesting system, two sanitary facilities, and a borehole.
The investment is part of MTN Uganda’s ongoing commitment to improving learning environments and expanding access to quality education for students countrywide. According to MTN Uganda CEO Sylvia Mulinge, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Mulinge emphasized the vital role of education in transforming communities and noted that the new school block represents a foundation of hope and the beginning of a brighter future for the students and the entire community.
The Ocokican Community Secondary School was established in 2022 to address the urgent need for secondary education facilities in the area. With the addition of new classrooms and a fully equipped laboratory, the school now offers a more comprehensive educational experience, enabling students to benefit from practical, hands-on learning. The installation of a water harvesting system and borehole ensures reliable access to clean water and enhances health and sanitation for both students and the broader community.
Florence Abago, the head teacher of Ocokican Community Secondary School, expressed deep appreciation for MTN Uganda’s support. “This new school block will provide a nurturing environment where our learners can thrive, and we are immensely grateful to MTN Uganda for their generous contribution,” she said.
Anna Ebaju Adeke, the Woman Member of Parliament for Soroti District, commended MTN Uganda for making a tangible difference in education in her area. “This initiative is not just an investment in schools but in the future of our children,” she said.
MTN Uganda’s investment in education aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which calls for inclusive and equitable education and lifelong learning opportunities for all. Over the years, MTN Uganda has made substantial investments in the educational infrastructure of several schools, including Salama School for the Blind in Mukono, Horizon International High School in Isingiro, and Aspire High School in Ibanda District.
