KAMPALA, Uganda — A group of alumni from Old Kampala Secondary School have raised serious concerns about alleged financial mismanagement by members of the school’s Board of Governors.
In a statement shared with The Ankole Times, the former students cited what they described as “questionable expenditures” by Mr. Egesa Odoki, a board member representing the foundation body, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA).
Mr. Odoki allegedly spent UGX 5 million on transport and facilitation over a two-week period while performing school-related duties.
The alumni claim that Mr. Odoki has not provided a proper account of how the money was used, raising concerns about transparency and the role of board members in school administration.
“When did board members begin to perform administrative roles at the school?” the statement read. “To make matters worse, Mr. Egesa can’t account for the 5 million he used.”
The alumni have further criticized the Ministry of Education for what they describe as “irresponsible appointments,” accusing it of placing unqualified and financially compromised individuals in governance positions.
“We believe the Ministry must take responsibility for appointing people who are jobless and bankrupt to oversee our school,” the statement added.
The group also pushed back against accusations that alumni activism is harmful to the school.
“When we raise these issues, we are accused of sabotaging the school. But we are the ones who carry it in our hearts. How can those who never studied here claim to love it more than we do?” the statement questioned.
Describing some current board members as “opportunists” seeking personal gain, the alumni urged for greater oversight and reform in the school’s governance.
Repeated efforts to contact Mr. Odoki for comment were unsuccessful by press time.
This is a developing story, and more updates will follow as responses are received from the school board and the Ministry of Education.
