The VC of Makerere University, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, has, in a recent statement, thrown his weight behind the proposed conversion of Lumumba Hall into a female residence. This declaration has attracted a lot of debate from students and university staff.
In a Friday afternoon ceremony where Prof. Nawangwe was receiving the renovated Lumumba Hall from the National Enterprise Corporation, he said on the floor regarding the ongoing discussions about the hall’s future. He said although the decision is still under discussion, as a person, he is in favor of converting Lumumba Hall into a female-only residence.
I know there are debates on whether it is going to be a female hall. It is still a debate though, I support the side that says it should be a female hall,
Nawangwe said
His remarks mirror a larger desire to renovate campus facilities to more suitably serve the student body.
Renovation and Anticipation
The handover ceremony for the newly renovated Lumumba Hall was a memorable day in the university community. According to the current guild president, Lubega Nsamba Vincent, he is excited about this transformation. “Renovation of Lumumba has caused excitement among students and the public,” Nsamba explained, alluding to the buzz generated by the images of the hall’s new look shared on social media platforms.
Nsamba also showed his appreciation for the contribution by the government. “I am one who appreciates the contribution the government has done in providing us with the resources to see us having this beautiful and magnificent edifice of Lumumba Hall.”
Future Plans
The rehabilitated Lumumba Hall is now going to accommodate the displaced female students since Marystuart Hall has been under renovation since June. The timing for the conversion of Lumumba Hall was just right for optimizing student accommodation and ensuring all facilities at the university are up to modern standards and needs.
The speculation on the conversion of Lumumba Hall has attracted interest not only from Prof. Nawangwe but also other university administrators, an indication that something down the road is germinating.
Conclusion
Conversion of Lumumba Hall into a female residence remains in the limelight amidst all the talk going on about it at Makerere University. It is anticipated that the transformed hall will greatly improve student accommodation and act as an added advantage towards the university’s housing strategy.
Students and all interested in receiving further updates and information are encouraged to get involved with official university communications and join the constant discussions occurring about campus developments.
