By Our Reporter
MBALE
Bugisu Cooperative Union Ltd (BCU) has sponsored over 250 students for Tertiary Education.
BCU General Manager, Barbra Wasagali announced the news on Wednesday afternoon, 13th November, 2024 after posting the list of successful applicants on the notice board.
She noted that students from all nine BCU zones applied, underwent a thorough selection process, and have been notified. The scholarship funds have already been transferred to the respective university accounts.
Wasagali encouraged farmers to continue supporting the Union by entrusting it with their coffee.
BCU Board Treasurer, Nathan Mabonga emphasized that the bursary scheme, funded by profits from coffee sales, is BCU’s way of giving back to the community. He stated that this year alone, Shs250M was allocated for student support and advised beneficiaries to focus on their studies.
Bursary recipients, Nasimolo Aaron and Bwayo Lazarus expressed gratitude to Board Chair Nandala Mafabi and the management for this opportunity, pledging to excel in their academics.
