In a desperate move to save their school from being ‘killed’ by politics, residents of Kigandalo Sub County led by Kamya Musa, the former LC3 chairperson, have written to President Yoweri Museveni seeking his intervention to prevent Kigandalo Secondary School from becoming a hostile environment for both students and staff due to politicking.
In the letter to the President dated 17th March 2025, Kamya reveals that Kigandalo Secondary School poses ‘a serious threat to the educational environment and the integrity of our community’ because the ‘school administration has increasingly become politicized, creating a hostile environment for both students and staff.’
“Teachers are reportedly using classroom time to promote the political agenda of the incumbent, Hon. James Kubeketerya (MP Bunya East County), pressuring students to show their support. This has resulted in the suspension of students who do not align with his views, fostering an atmosphere of fear and intimidation,” the letter to the President authored by Kamya reads in part.
Adding: The implications of this politicization are dire. It not only undermines the educational mission of the school but also stifles independent thought and critical discussion among students. Education should empower young minds to think freely and engage with diverse perspectives, not coerce them into conformity with political ideologies. This situation may lead to a generation of students who are less equipped to become informed, active citizens.”
Further adding: “Moreover, the pressure on teachers to “worship” Hon. Kubeketerya in order to retain their positions exacerbates the problem. This creates a toxic work environment where educators cannot focus on their primary responsibility—providing quality education. The morale of the staff is likely to diminish, leading to decreased performance and increased turnover, which further harms the students’ learning experience.”
Kamya urged the President to take swift action to address this troubling situation at Kigandalo Secondary School. “It is imperative that the administration is reminded of the importance of maintaining a non-political, educational environment where all students and staff feel safe and respected,” he wrote, and then thanked the country’s leader for his ‘attention to this important matter.’
The letter, Kamya wrote on behalf of Concerned Citizens Bunya East county was copied to the Minister for Education and Sports, the District Education Officer (DEO) of Mayuge district, the LC5 of Mayuge district, the Resident District (RDC) of Mayuge district, the Mayuge District Police Commander, the LC3 Kigandalo Sub County, the Board and the PTA fo Kigandalo Secondary School.
