
More than 5,000 students from the seventh cohort have completed six months of free vocational training under the Presidential Initiative on Skilling the Girl and Boy Child (PISGBC). On July 1, 2026, the trainees showcased various products and services during a final exhibition at Makerere University Rugby Grounds, themed "Skilling, Socialising and Showcasing." The event was officiated by Hon. Santa Sandra Alum Ogwang, representing the Minister for the Presidency, Hon. Babiry.
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