Queen Sylvia Nagginda addressing the abasaakaate
The Queen visited the abasaakaate at Hormisdallen School in Gayaza to see what they were doing and to teach them what would help them in their future lives.
During the visit, the Queen was accompanied by Mr Mukalazi Kizito Hormisdasc, founder of the school, the board of the Queen's Development Foundation, and various trainers.
The Queen arriving at Hormisdallen School in Gayaza
The Queen checked the activities carried out by children according to their age, abilities, and talents, which included writing, technology studies, cooking, farming, weaving crafts, sports, dance, and singing.
The Queen thanked the founders of the school for working with the Queen's Development Foundation to organise the 17th edition of the Ekisaakaate, which was attended by more than 500 children.
The Queen trying out a woodball game with the abasaakaate
She also thanked the partners who taught the children about finance, technology, the internet, and its proper use. She emphasised the importance for children to understand that not everything online is good. This way, they develop a sense of discernment, making it less likely for those with malicious intentions to mislead them.
The Queen educated the children about the dangers of drug use, emphasising that drugs not only harm their health but also hinder their ability to study. Additionally, she highlighted that the country loses potential benefits when an individual succumbs to the negative effects of drug use.
The event will close on the 20th of January.