During a recent press conference at City Hall, Executive Director Dorothy Kisaka underscored KCCA’s focus on enhancing the education sector through three main pillars: technological advancement, infrastructural development, and citizens' well-being.
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has committed to improving educational infrastructure in Kampala for the 2024/2025 financial year, with plans to build over 20 new classrooms as part of its Smart City initiative.
KCCA Executive Director Dorothy Kisaka
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Kampala is home to 79 KCCA government-aided primary schools and 22 government-aided secondary schools, all offering free education in line with government policy. In the previous financial year, KCCA made notable progress in upgrading educational facilities, benefiting over 30 schools with renovations and new constructions.
KCCA has also secured 1.685 acres of land for Kasubi Family Primary School, demonstrating its commitment to expanding educational infrastructure.
"Our aim is to create a better city through strategic investments in education, technology, and infrastructure," Kisaka stated.
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To enhance the learning environment, KCCA has provided 150 desks to 10 schools and completed asbestos removal, remodelling, and expansion of classroom and laboratory blocks at Kololo Secondary School.
KCCA ED Dorothy Kisaka
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For the 2024/2025 financial year, Kisaka announced plans for several new classroom blocks: Nakivubo Primary School will receive a nine-classroom block, Mpererwe Primary School a six-classroom block, and Kasubi Family Primary School both a nine-classroom block and fencing for security.
Additionally, KCCA plans to build a seed secondary school in the Kawempe division and renovate Kyambogo College School, including the removal of asbestos iron sheets for safer learning conditions.
The Smart City Agenda aims to modernise Kampala and improve the quality of life for its residents through comprehensive planning and investment.
