ICT Club Launched at Moroto High School to Advance Digital Skills in Karamoja Region

Moroto District, Karamoja Sub-Region — February 18, 2026

Students at Moroto High School in Moroto Municipal Council have taken a major step toward digital empowerment following the successful launch and training of the school’s ICT Club. The activity was conducted by Kisubi Associated Writers Agency (KAWA) under the national ICT Clubs programme supported by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) through the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF).

The initiative aims to equip learners with practical digital skills, innovation capacity, and responsible technology use, while preparing young people to participate in Uganda’s growing digital economy.

A Strategic School in the Heart of Karamoja

Moroto High School is located in Boma North, Moroto Municipal Council, within Moroto District in the Karamoja Sub-Region of northeastern Uganda. The school lies approximately 470 kilometres northeast of Kampala, Uganda’s capital city, and is situated within Moroto Town, the main administrative and commercial centre of the district.

As one of the prominent secondary schools in Moroto Municipality, the institution serves learners from both urban and surrounding rural communities across Karamoja. The introduction of the ICT Club represents a significant step in expanding technology access and digital education opportunities for students in the region.

The launch and training session were facilitated by Paul Mboya, working closely with the school administration led by Mr. Sabila Eric, the headteacher. The ICT Club activities at the school are coordinated by Mr. Limo Isaiah, the ICT teacher and club patron.

The school currently has ICT learning facilities that include computers, laptops, internet connectivity, and a projector system, which provide a foundation for digital learning and innovation activities.

Students Express Enthusiasm for Technology and Innovation

Before the training began, students were invited to share their expectations from the ICT Club.

Many learners expressed a desire to gain practical computer skills beyond what they learn in the classroom, while others were eager to understand how to maintain and protect ICT equipment within the school laboratory.

Students also showed strong interest in coding, digital creativity, and innovation, as well as learning how technology can be used to address challenges in their communities.

Several learners also noted that the ICT Club would help them develop teamwork, leadership skills, mentorship opportunities, and preparation for future careers in technology and innovation.

Building a Culture of Responsible Technology Use

During the orientation session, facilitators emphasized that ICT Clubs are designed to cultivate responsible digital citizens and innovative problem solvers.

Students were encouraged to view ICT not only as a tool for communication but also as a powerful platform for developing solutions to local challenges in sectors such as agriculture, education, business, and community development.

The club will also play a key role in ensuring that students participate actively in maintaining the school’s ICT laboratory and protecting digital equipment, strengthening a sense of ownership among learners.

Practical Digital Skills Training

Learners participated in a series of practical digital training sessions covering key areas such as:

• ICT laboratory management and sustainability
• Basic computer maintenance and troubleshooting
• Internet safety and cybersecurity awareness
• Introduction to coding and digital innovation
• Responsible use of digital technologies

These sessions aimed to provide students with hands-on digital knowledge and problem-solving skills that extend beyond traditional classroom learning.

Students were also introduced to the ICT Clubs national platform — www.ictclubs.ug, which provides access to tutorials, innovation resources, and learning materials that can support continuous learning and experimentation.

Official Launch of the ICT Club

The official launch included a recorded message from Mr. Nyombi Thembo, Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission.

In his address, he emphasized the importance of digital literacy, innovation, and responsible use of technology among young people, encouraging learners to use technology to develop solutions that can positively transform their communities.

He also highlighted that ICT Clubs form part of a national programme designed to prepare young Ugandans for opportunities in the digital economy.

Establishing Student Leadership

During the visit, KAWA worked closely with the school administration and teachers to establish the ICT Club and guide students in forming a leadership structure that will coordinate club activities.

Student leaders were selected to help mobilize members, coordinate meetings, and ensure the smooth operation of club activities throughout the academic year.

The school was also provided with the ICT Club Handbook and a standard ICT Club constitution template, which will guide governance, activities, and innovation initiatives.

Preparing Students for NCC 2026

Learners were informed that ICT Club members across Uganda are being prepared for participation in the National Conference on Communications (NCC) 2026, where schools will showcase innovative digital projects developed by students.

This announcement motivated learners to begin thinking creatively about technology-driven solutions that can address real-life challenges within their communities.

Participation in NCC will also expose students to national technology networks, mentorship opportunities, and innovation competitions.

Engagement with School Leadership

Beyond the student training sessions, the KAWA team also engaged with the headteacher, ICT teachers, and school administration to strengthen institutional support for the ICT Club programme.

Discussions focused on the need for regular club meetings, teacher mentorship, and active school leadership involvement to ensure sustainability and long-term impact of the initiative.

Challenges Identified

Despite the successful launch, several challenges affecting ICT learning were noted.

These included inconsistent power supply, limited ICT infrastructure expansion, varying levels of digital literacy among learners, and limited time allocated for extracurricular ICT activities.

Addressing these challenges will help strengthen the school’s capacity to support innovation and digital learning.

Recommendations for Strengthening the ICT Club

To ensure sustainability of the ICT Club, the school was encouraged to allocate regular time for ICT Club meetings and innovation projects.

Improving ICT infrastructure and strengthening teacher mentorship will also help create a supportive environment where students can develop practical digital solutions and creative ideas.

Continued mentorship and follow-up training from KAWA in partnership with UCC will further strengthen the school’s capacity to nurture young innovators.

A New Chapter for Digital Education in Karamoja

The launch of the ICT Club at Moroto High School marks an important milestone in expanding digital learning opportunities in the Karamoja Sub-Region.

With strong support from the school administration, enthusiastic learners, and continued collaboration with KAWA and the Uganda Communications Commission, the ICT Club is expected to grow into a vibrant hub for innovation, creativity, and technology-driven problem solving.

The initiative reinforces the vision of empowering young people across Uganda with the digital skills needed to thrive in the 21st century and contribute to national development.