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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of State for Lands, Housing and Urban Development (Housing), Hon. Persis Namuganza commended President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for initiating developmental programs such as the Presidential Initiative on Skilling the Girl/Boy Child (PISGBC) that have transformed the lives of Ugandans, especially the youth.
She said the PISGBC project has greatly played an important role in skilling the underprivileged youth in Kampala which in turn has helped to create employment opportunities thus improving their livelihoods.
The Minister made the remarks yesterday as trainees of Nakulabye Skilling Center showcased their products which they have been able to make during the six months of free skills training. The PISGBC project has nine skilling centres spread over the five divisions of Kampala City.
Hon. Namuganza also thanked the State House Comptroller, Ms. Jane Barekye, and the Special Presidential Assistant on Education and Skilling project head, Dr. Faith Katana Mirembe for their vital roles towards the success of the project.
She further promised the beneficiaries that she would engage His Excellency, the President to see how they can get a market for their quality products.
