HOIMA CITY, February 17, 2025 – Students, staff, and management of Hoima School of Nursing and Midwifery in Hoima City have a reason to celebrate after government handed over a modern hostel valued at Shs 2.29 billion.
Speaking at the commissioning of the hostel on Saturday, Mark Kalanzi, the Principal of the institution, commended government for funding the construction of the hostel.
He stated that the institution had been facing accommodation challenges due to the increasing student population.
He added that the new hostel would enhance students’ accommodation and learning conditions, with plans to house 800 students once a third floor is added. “The project is part of a comprehensive long-term plan to accommodate 800 female students in a safe, secure, and conducive environment for academic pursuit,” he said.
He noted that the institution, which began in 2010, currently has an enrolment of 1,069 students, many of whom have been facing accommodation challenges.
“We extend our sincere appreciation to the Government of Uganda for prioritising infrastructure development in nursing and midwifery education. While we are grateful for the construction of this hostel, we still yearn for more suitable accommodation,” he said.
One of the students, who wished to remain anonymous, commended the government for funding the construction of the hostel, stating that there had been congestion in the dormitories.
Lt. Col. Peter Seku Kidemuka, the Project Engineer, explained that the project was implemented by the UPDF Civil Engineering Brigade.
Kidemuka disclosed that the hostel structure was originally planned to have three floors, but only two were built due to insufficient funding. He added that once the government allocates additional funds, the third floor will be constructed, which will allow the hostel to accommodate 800 students.
On his part, Badru Mugabi, the Hoima City Resident Commissioner, praised the UPDF Civil Engineering Brigade for executing the project on time and delivering quality work.
For her part, Joyce Moriku, the State Minister for Primary Education, who represented the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataaha Museveni, as the chief guest, said the completion of the first phase of the project reflects the government’s commitment to improving the learning environment, particularly in health education institutions.
She urged the students to make the most of the improved environment and focus on their studies to become professional healthcare workers.
The minister also called for the proper maintenance of the structure and encouraged the students to promote hygiene and sanitation to ensure the hostel remains clean.
“This is a decent hostel for girls, and it is a home for all of us. We can see that the environment is safe for learning, so I appeal to you to maintain good hygiene and a positive learning atmosphere,” she said.
The minister also cautioned healthcare workers against acts of corruption and bribery, urging them to adhere to their professional code of conduct and serve society with humility.
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