Luwero SS Headteacher Ronald Kato handing over a portrait of President Yoweri Museveni to Minister Cissy Mulondo as Minister Kyofatogabye looks on
President Yoweri Museveni and Gen. Salim Saleh have donated a combined Shs60 million towards the construction of a multi-purpose building at Luwero Secondary School.
The donations were announced on Friday, August 14, 2026, as Luwero Secondary School celebrated it’s 60th anniversary.
The diamond jubilee celebrations brought together school administrators, students, parents, alumni, clergy, government officials and members of the community to commemorate the institution’s six decades of service to education.
Luwero Secondary School traces its roots to a joint parents’ meeting of Luweero Boys and Luweero Girls schools held on November 23, 1964. The meeting was chaired by retired Parish Priest Rev. Canon Sajjabi, during which parents resolved to establish a senior secondary school founded on the values of the Church of Uganda.
A committee was subsequently elected, paving the way for the establishment of Luwero Secondary School in 1966 with an initial enrollment of only eight students.
Six decades later, the school has grown into a major educational institution with approximately 1,530 students, while maintaining its founding emphasis on spiritual, academic and vocational excellence.
The thanksgiving service was presided over by the Luwero Diocesan Bishop, Rt. Rev. Wilson Kisekka, who commended the school for its significant contribution to the education sector.
Bishop Kisekka said the Church of Uganda was ready to provide additional land to facilitate infrastructure development and enable the school to cope with its growing student population.
During the celebrations, the school recognized several individuals who have contributed to its development, including Ignatius Koomu Kiwanuka, the LCV Chairperson of Nakaseke District, who served as headteacher of the school for 17 years before joining elective politics.
Koomu was recognized for his contribution to the development of the school and for mentoring students, many of whom have gone on to achieve success in different fields.
The Headteacher of Luwero Secondary School, Ronald Kato, thanked the clergy and parents who founded the institution 60 years ago, saying their vision had grown into an institution with a lasting impact on generations of learners.
Kato noted that the school had grown from just eight students at its inception to about 1,530 students in 2026.
He said Luwero Secondary School had produced prominent religious leaders, academics, national leaders and professionals in various fields.
Beyond conventional academics, the school also equips learners with practical skills through vocational studies, poultry farming and other hands-on programmes.
Kato described Luwero Secondary School as a model institution that had lived up to the expectations of its founders. He said the 60th anniversary was not only an opportunity to celebrate past achievements but also to lay the foundation for the school’s future growth.
As part of efforts to sustain the institution’s legacy, Kato unveiled plans to construct a multi-purpose building that will accommodate administrative offices and classrooms.
He explained that the continued increase in enrollment had created a need for expanded infrastructure, including facilities that would support the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into learning.
Kato appealed to President Museveni, Gen. Salim Saleh, former students and other well-wishers to support the construction project.
In a message delivered by the Minister for Kampala Metropolitan Affairs, Kabuye Kyofatogabye, Gen. Salim Saleh congratulated Luwero Secondary School on reaching its 60th anniversary and donated Shs20 million towards the construction of the multi-purpose building.
President Museveni, represented by the State Minister for Finance, Cissy Mulondo, also commended the school for its contribution to human capital development and the education sector.
“Reaching a diamond jubilee is a major milestone for any academic institution, and I congratulate Luwero SS for the achievement,” Museveni said.
The President said the government was implementing curriculum reforms aimed at producing a skilled and adaptable workforce capable of addressing unemployment.
He urged Luwero Secondary School and other educational institutions to prioritize science and ICT education as part of efforts to equip young people with skills relevant to the changing labour market.
Museveni also urged students to remain focused on their education and avoid risky behaviours that could derail their future aspirations.
“To the parents and alumni, I want to thank you for supporting infrastructure development of Luwero SS and preserving its heritage. I want again to congratulate the community of Luwero SS for reaching this remarkable milestone of 60th anniversary. May this institution continue to shine as a beacon of academic excellence and skilling for years to come,” Museveni said.
The President donated Shs40 million towards the construction of the multi-purpose building, bringing the total contribution from him and Gen. Saleh to Shs60 million.
On behalf of President Museveni, Minister Cissy Mulondo, accompanied by Minister Kyofatogabye, broke ground for the construction of the new building, marking the official commencement of the project.
