KABAROLE JOINS THE REST OF THE WORLD TO CELEBRATE THE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

8^th March 2012 the International Women’s Day was a remarkable one for the women in Kabarole district.

The day was celebrated with the theme, “Connecting Girls, Inspiring the Futures!!”

Over 10,000 people turned up for the celebrations at Nyamiseke Primary School, Buheesi sub-county, Kabarole district, where the district celebrations were held. The guest of honour was Mrs. Businge Rusoke Victoria, the woman Member of Parliament for Kabarole district. Other guest speakers among others included; Mr. Topista Ket Tinkasimire Chair person L C II, Mr. Masa Robert Chair person L C III, Mr. Rwabuhinga Richard Chair person L C V, and Mr. Birabalema Elijah RDC, Kabarole.

The celebrations started with the Tooro Kingdom Anthem, and the National Anthem. Later, the guest of honour inspected the parade composed of the Police officers, Prison officers, Security officers, women Groups, Students, and pupils, which was accompanied by a brass band.

Other activities done were award of certificates of recognition to different women who have excelled in various fields in contributing towards the development of the country such as leadership, education etc There was also exhibitions by different CBOs, NGOs, women groups and companies; the exhibition contained women hand crafts such as baskets, paper jewelries etc.

In their speeches, both the L C V and the RDC urged the community to work together to promote the rights of women and education of a girl child. They urged those who have been violating women rights to repent and live in harmony and avoid negative behaviours such as defilement, rape of women, domestic violence and any other practice that may lead to abuse of human rights. They promised to work with the community leaders to ensure that who ever violates the rights of women faces the law and urged women to always report any cases that violate their rights. They also asked women to always seek maternal health services in Health centers, since; the health centers are now equipped with medical personnel and drugs required.

In her remarks, the Guest of honor, Mrs. Businge Rusoke Victoria thanked the participants and organizers of the function for the good work done and for honouring her as the guest of honour. She also thanked the government for recognizing women and gave them to an opportunity to participate in various capacities of service; in civil service and private sector. She urged parents to educate their children and also given them the scholastic materials as required.