Silver Mugisha has called on young learners to treat education as a powerful stepping stone to opportunity, urging them to embrace discipline, focus and character development as key ingredients for long-term success. He delivered the message during an engagement with more than 1,000 students at Ntare School taking part in a patriotism training program.
Addressing Senior One and Senior Five students, Dr Mugisha encouraged them to change their mindset about schooling, noting that education should never be seen as a burden but rather as a strategic path toward a meaningful future. He emphasized that success is built through consistent effort, integrity, respect for others and effective time management.He further challenged the learners to identify their natural talents early in life and align them with suitable career paths. According to him, young people who understand their strengths and commit to continuous learning stand a better chance of thriving in an increasingly competitive world.
Dr Mugisha also underscored the importance of communication skills and digital literacy, advising students to build confidence in expressing themselves while also mastering information and communication technology. He noted that these skills are essential for both personal growth and national development in the modern era.During his interaction, he reminded the students that patriotism is best demonstrated through responsible citizenship—working honestly, rejecting corruption, and using one’s profession to contribute positively to society.
He said real national pride is reflected in the value individuals create for their communities.Sharing insights from his personal journey, he motivated the learners to remain focused on their goals regardless of their background, stressing that humble beginnings should never limit ambition. He added that discipline and consistency often determine how far one can go in life.
He also highlighted the transformation of the National Water and Sewerage Corporation under his leadership, pointing to its expansion from 23 to over 287 towns and significant growth in revenue and service delivery. He credited this progress to performance-driven systems, innovation and investment in human capital.
Dr Mugisha concluded by engaging students on practical questions about water supply and pricing, explaining the costs involved in delivering clean water services. He praised the students for their curiosity and ambition, expressing optimism that they represent a promising generation ready to contribute to Uganda’s future growth and development.
