The initiative seeks to give students opportunities to discover and develop their talents while allowing them to refresh their minds through creative activities beyond classroom learning.
Mumsa High School in Mpanga Busundo, Mityana Municipality, has launched a music album titled Kifumba Mutuku and a drama production titled Eziga ly’Ekisajja to promote creativity and nurture students’ talents.
The launch, held in Kassanda District, attracted cultural leaders, government representatives, parents and other guests who watched students showcase their abilities through music, drama, dance and other performances.
The initiative seeks to give students opportunities to discover and develop their talents while allowing them to refresh their minds through creative activities beyond classroom learning.
Joseph Kawuki, the Buganda Kingdom Minister for Local Government and headteacher of Mumsa High School, urged parents to take an active role in identifying and nurturing their children’s talents.
He said parental involvement was essential in helping young people recognise their strengths, make responsible decisions and develop their abilities.
“Parents should take time to understand their children's talents and guide them in the right direction. When young people receive proper guidance and encouragement, they can develop their abilities and use them positively,” Kawuki said.
He added that the music album and drama production were introduced to nurture students’ talents while giving them opportunities to relax and refresh their minds through creative activities.
Deo Kagimu, the Kabaka’s representative in Ssingo County, encouraged students to participate in various talent-development activities to sharpen their abilities and broaden their opportunities.
“Students should be encouraged to explore different talents and participate in creative activities. Such opportunities can help them develop their abilities and improve their overall potential,” Kagimu said.
Francis Mitego Ssande, the mayor of Kassanda Town Council, also urged parents to support their children’s talent development, saying their involvement was important in helping young people grow and make progress.
“Parents have an important role to play in identifying and nurturing their children's talents. They should encourage them, provide guidance and support their development so that their abilities can grow,” Mitego said.
The launch was attended by representatives of the Buganda Kingdom and the central government, among other guests.
The event highlighted the role schools can play in combining formal education with creative activities to help students discover their strengths, build confidence and develop skills beyond the classroom.
