A total of 3,349 learners and 83 teachers across four schools in Uganda are set to benefit from improved learning environments and greater access to digital education following the handover of refurbished school facilities by Airtel Uganda, through the Airtel Africa Foundation, under its Adopt A School Programme.
The four beneficiary schools are Arua Public Primary School in Arua City, Kibeedi Primary School in Kibaale District, Buremba Senior Secondary School in Kazo District, and Kasaana I Primary School in Sheema District. Their inclusion brings the total number of schools supported under the programme to nine.
As part of the initiative, Airtel Uganda has refurbished and equipped computer rooms with a total of 40 computers, provided each school with high-speed internet connectivity, and carried out major classroom renovations. The programme has also supported improvements to sanitation facilities and rainwater harvesting systems, helping to create a more conducive learning environment for learners and teachers.
The investment marks a significant step in the evolution of the Adopt A School Programme, which Airtel Uganda launched in November 2011 in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Sports. Initially focused on improving school libraries and essential learning infrastructure, the programme has expanded to embrace digital education through the Airtel Africa Foundation, equipping learners with the tools and connectivity they need to participate in an increasingly digital world.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Airtel Uganda Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Soumendra Sahu emphasised the importance of ensuring that every child has access to quality learning opportunities, regardless of their background or the school they attend.
“A child’s potential should never be limited by where they are born, where they go to school, or the opportunities available around them. Every child deserves a fair chance to learn, dream, and build a better future,” he said.
Sahu added that the investment forms part of the Airtel Africa Foundation’s broader ambition to strengthen education and promote digital inclusion across the communities it serves.
“For us at Airtel Uganda, investing in education means giving young people the tools to participate in an increasingly digital world. Through the Airtel Africa Foundation’s focus on education and digital inclusion, we are helping prepare the next generation of Ugandans for the opportunities ahead,” he said.
Beyond providing computers and internet connectivity, the upgraded facilities are expected to create new opportunities for learners to develop digital literacy skills, access a wider range of educational resources, and explore subjects beyond the limitations of traditional classroom materials.
Through the Airtel Africa Foundation, Airtel Uganda continues to advance its investment in education and digital inclusion, building on nearly 15 years of partnership with schools, government, and communities to expand learning opportunities for children across Uganda.