MTN Uganda, through its MTN Changemakers Initiative, has donated UGX 20 million in assistive technology and infrastructure to St. Mary Gorreti Secondary School, Ngetta, enhancing learning opportunities for visually impaired students. The contribution includes three desktop computers equipped with Braille JAWS software, a workstation, and 40 desks, creating 80 additional learning spaces to ensure a conducive study environment for students.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Brian Kagwisagye, MTN’s Regional Business Manager for Northern Uganda, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to fostering accessible education for all:
“Education remains one of the most powerful tools for empowerment, yet for many learners with disabilities, access remains a challenge. Our support to St. Mary Gorreti Secondary School reflects our belief that no child should be left behind. Through technology and infrastructure support, we hope to enable these students to pursue their ambitions unhindered.”
Established in 2023 by the Itinga Charity Education Foundation (ICEF) and its partners, St. Mary Gorreti Secondary School currently caters to Senior One and Senior Two students, with an enrollment of 45 learners—including 10 totally blind students and 12 with low or partial vision.
ICEF, which champions inclusive education, ensures that learners with disabilities receive the necessary resources for academic success. Acen Kevin, Executive Director of ICEF, welcomed MTN Uganda’s contribution, stating:
“This initiative will significantly enhance the learning experience of our students, particularly those with visual impairments. By providing assistive technology and improving classroom infrastructure, MTN Uganda is not only addressing immediate challenges but also laying the foundation for a more inclusive educational system.”
MTN’s Broader Commitment to Education and Social Impact
This intervention, under the MTN Foundation, is part of MTN Uganda’s Ambition 2025 strategy, which focuses on digital and financial inclusion while promoting education for all across Uganda. The initiative also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4 (Quality Education) and Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
Brian Kagwisagye further highlighted that MTN Uganda is investing UGX 500 million in 25 projects across the country under the second edition of the MTN Changemakers Initiative. These projects support key sectors such as education, health, and economic development.
As part of these efforts, MTN Uganda has also extended support to:
- Pediatric cancer care at the Bless a Child Foundation
- Education programs under the 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation
- Vocational training through the Hands of Hope Skilling Centre in Iganga
- The Empowering Single Mothers and Deprived Children in Education (ESMDCE) initiative in Kabarole
Last year, MTN Uganda, through the MTN Changemakers Initiative, also invested UGX 500 million in 25 community-driven projects, reinforcing its commitment to creating lasting impact in communities across the country.
With continued investments in inclusive education, healthcare, and economic empowerment, MTN Uganda remains dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of underserved communities.
