The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has cautioned young people against a growing narrative\u2014especially on social media\u2014that formal education is no longer important for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a statement shared on his social media platforms, Mayiga warned that the claim that \u201ceducation is not the key to success\u201d is misleading and could negatively influence the ambitions and choices of the younger generation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThere is a growing narrative, especially on social media, claiming that education is not the key to success and that one must search for other \u2018keys\u2019,\u201d Mayiga said. \u201cI strongly caution young people against this misguided thinking.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Buganda Kingdom prime minister emphasized that while education may not be the only path to prosperity, it remains one of the most important foundations for personal and national development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cEducation remains a key. It may not be the only key, but it is certainly a fundamental one,\u201d he said, noting that it opens doors to knowledge, opportunity, innovation, and responsible leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mayiga stressed that education equips individuals with the skills needed to make informed decisions and meaningfully contribute to society, while also enabling them to navigate modern challenges with confidence and integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNothing replaces knowledge. No one should mislead you into believing otherwise,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His remarks come amid a surge of online debates where some influencers and entrepreneurs argue that success can be achieved without formal education, often citing examples of wealthy individuals who dropped out of school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, Mayiga warned that such cases are rare and should not be used as models for the wider population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cYes, there are a few successful individuals with limited formal education, but how many are they?\u201d he asked. \u201cThey do not even constitute one percent of Uganda\u2019s population. Exceptional cases should not be used to misguide a generation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He concluded by urging young people to remain focused on education as a pathway to sustainable success, saying lasting achievements are built on knowledge, discipline, and strong values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSustainable success is built on knowledge, discipline, and values\u2014and education provides that foundation,\u201d Mayiga said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Katikkiro\u2019s remarks add to ongoing national discussions about the role of education in shaping Uganda\u2019s future workforce and leadership, particularly at a time when social media narratives are increasingly influencing young people\u2019s perceptions of success.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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