The government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Teso Affairs, has pledged 400 iron sheets and UGX 500 million towards the construction of a 15-classroom block at Soroti Secondary School.
The school, currently struggling with a shortage of classrooms, has a student population of 5,683.
The pledge was made by the Minister of State for Teso Affairs and Member of Parliament for Kalaki County, Dr. Kenneth Ongalo Obote, during his visit to the school.
In his address, Hon. Ongalo commended the school administration for managing the growing student population, maintaining discipline, and delivering outstanding academic performance.
He described Soroti SS as one of the top schools in Uganda.
As an alumnus of the school, Ongalo noted that its student population has grown tenfold since his time there 40 years ago.
Sharing his personal journey, he encouraged students to remain focused, work hard, and have faith in themselves.
“I stand here as a proud product of Soroti SS to remind you that being in this school is a blessing,” he said.
“Life will present challenges, but never give up or lose hope. Believe in yourself and live by our school motto: Work and Pray.”
The Headteacher of Soroti SS, Oluka Wilfred Akeriau, expressed gratitude to the government for its support, highlighting the urgent need for additional classrooms.
He noted that due to space constraints, some students are forced to study under trees.
“Soroti SS is a national school with students from diverse ethnic backgrounds, including Iteso, Baganda, Bagisu, Kumam, Langi, Basoga, Indians, and others,” Akeriau stated.
He emphasized that the construction of the 15-classroom block would significantly ease congestion and improve learning conditions at the school.
However, the school administration also called on the government to fulfill its other pledges, including the provision of a school bus, computers, and other resources, which have remained unfulfilled for years.
The management urged the government to honor its commitments to support Soroti SS in delivering quality education to its growing student population.
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