NEMA Honoured by Stanbic Bank for Excellence in National Schools Championship

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has been honored with a prestigious award from Stanbic Bank Uganda in recognition of its outstanding performance during the National Schools Championship Season 11, held from January to August 2026.

The award was presented at the grand finale on Friday, August 28, 2026, at Mestil Hotel, Nsambya. The event was graced by the Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe, as Guest of Honor. Also in attendance was Ms. Sarah Kagingo, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Private Sector Foundation Uganda and Member of the NEMA Board of Directors.

L-R: Ms. Sarah Kagingo, Board Member NEMA, Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe and Mr. Mumba Kalifungwa, Chief Executive Officer – Stanbic Bank

Promoting Environmental Awareness

NEMA’s participation was anchored in the Ozone Moment, an initiative designed to raise awareness about the protection of the Ozone Layer and the global agreements safeguarding it, including the Montreal Protocol and its Amendments. This year marked the 10th anniversary of the Kigali Amendment, a milestone celebrated worldwide.

Learners were engaged through essay writing, project proposals, and quizzes focused on the achievements of the Montreal Protocol. To ensure inclusivity, NEMA created a dedicated window for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), affirming the Authority’s belief that every citizen can contribute meaningfully to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Recognizing Excellence

Outstanding learners, teachers/coaches, and schools were rewarded with cash prizes and trophies. The best-performing schools included:

St. Cypriano High School – Kyabakadde
St. Charles Lwanga International School
St. Mary’s College Kisubi
Iganga Girls Secondary School
Namungalwe Parents Secondary School
Aga Khan High School
Kyebambe Girls Secondary School
Lira Town College
Kakira Secondary School

NEMA Team with the overall winners for all the categories competed in, namely; Quiz, Essay and Project Proposal Writing. L-R: Mr. Chol Ajak Deng – Winner for Essay Writing for the category of PWDs; Mr. Isaac Mugabi – National Ozone Officer – NEMA; Mr. Waiswa Hadad – Winner for Essay Writing; Mr. Tugume Ferguson Cana – Quiz Winner for the Category of PWDs; Ms. Mela Mericiana – Winner for the Project Proposal Writing; Ms. Tushabe Bernadette – Quiz Winner; Mr. Trevor Nuwahereza – Environment Assessment Officer and Ms. Hadijjah Nakakande – Environment Assessment Officer

Special commendation was extended to Iganga Secondary School, Aga Khan High School, and Lira Town College for their exemplary efforts in encouraging participation of PWDs.

National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)

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