When sports donation meets mentorship, and MOBA alumni ignite the next generation at Busoga College Mwiri
The Power of MOBA Giving Back at Busoga College Mwiri
On a warm Friday evening, July 4th, 2025, something remarkable happened at Busoga College Mwiri. It wasn’t just another school visit or ceremonial handover. It was a moment where the past reached forward to empower the future, where successful Busoga College Mwiri alumni and MOBA members returned not just with gifts, but with wisdom that could transform lives.
The MOBA (Mwiri Old Boys Association) team of four members, led by Mr. Joel Isabirye (MOBA Vice President), arrived with more than sports equipment donated by fellow alumnus Mr. Kisakye from the USA. The MOBA team comprised of Mr. Samson Kakoma (MOBA Assistant Treasurer), Mr. Rodney Mugisha (MOBA Publicity Secretary), and Mr. Ivan Lukungu (Ardent MOBA Representative in Jinja). These dedicated alumni brought something far more valuable to Busoga College Mwiri: a message that would echo through the corridors of this prestigious institution long after they left.
“Be Allergic to Averages” – The Busoga College Mwiri Challenge That Changes Everything
In a world where mediocrity often masquerades as acceptable, MOBA Vice President Mr. Joel Isabirye delivered a challenge that cut through the noise at Busoga College Mwiri: “Be allergic to averages.” This wasn’t just motivational rhetoric; it was a battle cry for a generation that has every tool at their disposal to achieve greatness.
The message was clear and uncompromising for Busoga College Mwiri students: reject complacency, compete with dignity, and walk into every room believing in your potential. “Appreciate everybody that is there, but believe in yourself that actually, a million is in the room,” he advised, painting a picture of humble confidence that breeds true success.
This mindset shift at Busoga College Mwiri—from surviving to thriving, from participating to dominating—is what separates those who make history from those who merely witness it.
Leadership Doesn’t Wait for Permission
Perhaps the most powerful moment came when the speakers addressed the newly appointed student leaders at Busoga College Mwiri. The message was revolutionary in its simplicity: Leadership starts now. Not when you graduate. Not when you’re older. Not when you feel ready. Now.
The head prefect, deputy, and their team weren’t just recognized for their positions—they were celebrated for carrying the trust of nearly a thousand peers at Busoga College Mwiri. It was a reminder that leadership isn’t about titles; it’s about responsibility, consistency, and service.
The speaker’s own journey from a Senior One student leader to MOBA Vice President served as living proof that leadership grows, compounds, and bears fruit over time. This alumni success story demonstrates how every small act of leadership today plants seeds for tomorrow’s harvest.
The Headmaster’s Wisdom: The Unseen Power of Discipline
When Headmaster Mr. Peter Sibukule took the stage, he delivered a truth that cut through the noise of our instant gratification age: discipline is what takes you into rooms your talent alone could not enter. It’s not glamorous. It’s not always exciting. But it’s the foundation upon which all lasting success is built.
His analogy was unforgettable: “Success is a journey, but discipline is the vehicle.” A faulty, delayed, or neglected vehicle cannot take you to your destination, no matter how clear your vision or how strong your desire.
Coupled with time management—which he described not just as a habit but as a virtue—discipline becomes the invisible force that transforms potential into achievement.
A Generation More Competent Than Ever
As Mr. Samson Kakoma’s words drew to a close, he reminded students of a profound truth: simply showing up consistently is an accomplishment in itself. In a world filled with distractions and challenges, the act of attending school daily demonstrates resilience that must now be coupled with vision.
“Have a vision that when tomorrow I leave, there is a university to do. There is a scheme to learn,” he said, affirming something remarkable about today’s youth: “Your generation is more competent than ever before.”
This isn’t empty praise—it’s a recognition of the tools, opportunities, and potential that this generation possesses. The question isn’t whether they can achieve greatness; it’s whether they will choose to.
The Gesture That Speaks Volumes
The evening event concluded with a moment that perfectly captured the spirit of the day. A Senior Six student was invited to pray, symbolizing both leadership and shared purpose. Then, in a gesture of mentorship and hospitality, the speaker offered the student a cup of evening tea—a simple yet profound act that emphasized the warmth, respect, and unity that underpins the Mwiri community.
This wasn’t just about protocol or tradition. It was about recognizing that today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders, deserving of respect, investment, and belief in their potential.
The Torch Has Been Passed
What happened at Busoga College Mwiri on July 4th, 2025, was more than a speech or a donation ceremony. It was a passing of the torch—from MOBA alumni to current students, from leaders to future leaders, from a generation that paved the way to one that must now walk it.
The message is crystalline in its clarity:
- Believe in yourself with unshakeable confidence
- Reject mediocrity in all its forms
- Lead with discipline as your foundation
- Never underestimate the power of starting today
The Legacy Continues
As the students of Busoga College Mwiri return to their studies, they carry with them more than sports equipment or inspirational words. They carry a responsibility—to themselves, to their school, to their community, and to the alumni who invested in their potential.
The question now isn’t whether they heard the message. It’s whether they will live it.
In a world that often settles for good enough, Mwiri students have been challenged to be excellent. In a culture that sometimes rewards participation, they’ve been called to compete. In a generation that has every excuse to coast, they’ve been reminded that greatness is within reach.
The torch has been passed. The stage is set. The future is waiting.
What will they do with this moment?
The legacy of Busoga College Mwiri continues to inspire, one student at a time, one leader at a time, one generation at a time.