Rotary Club of Mukono-Namilyango celebrates charter ceremony
Charter President Nankya expressed her gratitude for the remarkable growth the club has experienced, highlighting the transition from a humble beginning of only five members in 2021 to a flourishing community of 29 dedicated individuals.
The Rotary Club of Mukono-Namilyango proudly announced its official charter on Saturday, April 6th, in a dazzling event held at the prestigious Hasteh Royale Hotel in Kirowoza District.
The ceremony marked a significant milestone for the club as it embarked on a journey of service and community impact. Under the distinguished leadership of District Governor Edward Kakembo Nsubuga, the installation of Mable Claire Nankya as the charter president symbolised a commitment to fostering unity and collaboration within the club.
In his address, District Governor Nsubuga emphasised the importance of solidarity in propelling the club towards its goals of service and humanitarian outreach.
Charter President Nankya expressed her gratitude for the remarkable growth the club has experienced, highlighting the transition from a humble beginning of only five members in 2021 to a flourishing community of 29 dedicated individuals.
She underscored the significance of continued expansion and engagement in fulfilling the club’s mission of making a positive impact on society. In its brief yet impactful existence, the Rotary Club of Mukono-Namilyango has already completed three noteworthy projects, demonstrating its commitment to service and community development.
“Governor, we have carried out three projects namely; the BELEP project done in partnership with R.C Mukono our mother club, at Kirowooza SDA Primary school,” she reported, adding that they also carried out the Boy Child Empowerment Programme (BCEUP), where they attracted over 53 youth from the communities of Kirowooza, Kiwanga, Bugujju, Nabutta, Gulama, Njerere among others.
She also revealed that for better member participation, they have formed buddy groups namely, Ostrich, Crane and Eagle which will foster competitive service delivery and leadership in the club.
“Moving forward, the club has set a goal of growing by 10 members. We will also hold a boy child talk every holiday,” she xplained..
Ms Nankya noted that they are looking for a piece of land to build a public library and the local leadership has pledged to look around for piece of land. “This will engage our youth in sage and meaningful leisure activities.”
Other board members include;
- Vice President – Louis Zirimenya
- Club Secretary/PE – Angela Bizimana
- Treasurer – Joyce Mukhwana
- TRF Director – John Mark Ssebunnya
- Director Membership- Simon Sekiranda
- Director Projects – Steven Karanja
- Director Family – Annet Nakibirango
- Director Publicity – Fredrick Omod
- SAA – Dennis Kakumba
- Director Administration – Josephine Nabutto
The charter ceremony was attended by esteemed Rotarians, community leaders, and supporters, all of whom shared in the excitement of this auspicious occasion.
