Kumi, Uganda | The Government of Uganda has pledged to develop the Nyero Rock Paintings site in Kumi District into a major education study centre for schools and institutions across the country.
The commitment was revealed by Kokoi Diana Rose, the Assistant Conservator of Nyero Rock Paintings, while addressing pupils of Kwera Lake View Nursery and Primary School from Dokolo District during their study tour at the historical site on Friday.
Kokoi explained that the Nyero Rock Paintings are a significant historical and geographical site believed to have been first settled by early humans during the Stone Age period, between 1,000 and 3,000 years ago.
She noted that the centre currently receives both local and international tourists as well as learners from across Uganda.
She further encouraged schools to begin organising study tours to Nyero Rock Paintings, which fall under the Ministry of Tourism.
The pupils also visited the Soroti Flying School and the Soroti Regional Museum as part of their educational trip.
Isaac Alunyu, a Primary Six pupil at Kwera Lake View Nursery and Primary School, said he had learnt a lot from the trip, including lessons about early man and meteorology, which he believes will greatly enhance his academic journey.
The school’s headteacher, Bonny Ojok, welcomed the Ministry’s plan and observed that the knowledge acquired during the trip would positively impact the learners’ performance.
He advised parents to support study tours, saying they provide learners with practical experiences that complement classroom knowledge and improve academic outcomes.
The government says the transformation of Nyero Rock Paintings into a study centre is part of efforts to preserve Uganda’s cultural heritage while promoting education and tourism.
