Mufti Urges Parents To Take Full Responsibility For Childrens Upbringing
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The Deputy Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Muhammad Ali Waiswa, has called on parents to take primary responsibility for raising and disciplining their children, warning against leaving the task entirely to teachers.
Sheikh Waiswa delivered the message on behalf of the Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, during celebrations marking the 10th anniversary of Jinja Comprehensive Secondary School in Mafubira, Jinja City.
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He emphasized that schools can only complement the values instilled at home, stressing that parental involvement remains central to shaping responsible citizens.
“The upbringing of children is the responsibility of parents. Do not leave discipline entirely to teachers. Work hand in hand with schools to mould responsible and God-fearing citizens,” he said.
Sheikh Waiswa also encouraged parents to enroll children in schools near their homes rather than distant institutions, saying this would make it easier to monitor their welfare and academic progress.
He further urged parents to fulfil financial obligations to schools in time and maintain good cooperation with school administrators.
“Always be honest by paying the required school fees on time and cooperate with the school administration. This will enable them to produce the best out of the children,” he said.
The Deputy Mufti commended the founders of Jinja Comprehensive Secondary School, Muhammad Isabirye and Nelson Balabyeki, for their vision in establishing the institution. He noted that the school has grown significantly over the past decade and is now among the leading performers in Busoga and Uganda.
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