As Uganda’s healthcare landscape continues to evolve, St. Francis School of Health Sciences–Namataba, Mukono is urging health training institutions to embrace modern technologies, especially in light of the global shift towards Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital healthcare solutions.
Speaking ahead of the school’s 11th graduation ceremony, scheduled for May 22, 2025, Tonny Oyo, the Director of Quality Assurance and Principal of the institution, emphasized the importance of keeping up with technological advancements in the health sector.
“The world we are living in is rapidly changing, and technology is at the heart of it. We are preparing our students to be relevant, competent, and competitive by training them in modern digital tools and technologies that are now integral in healthcare,” Oyo told journalists at the school’s Namataba campus.
Under the theme “Strengthening Healthcare Delivery Through Training for the Betterment of Humanity,” this year’s graduation will see 390 students awarded diplomas and certificates in various medical and health disciplines.
Of these, 238 are female and 152 male—a statistic that underscores the institution’s dedication to girl-child empowerment in the health sector.
Dorothy Nakabugo, the Registration and Admissions Officer, highlighted the school’s commitment to inclusivity, discipline, and academic excellence.
“As a Catholic-founded institution, we take pride in our Christ-centered values. But more importantly, we welcome students from all religious backgrounds. Our focus is on discipline, hard work, and producing graduates who are ethically grounded and professionally competent,” she said.
Nakabugo also encouraged parents and guardians to continue supporting girls in pursuing education, especially in health sciences, where gender gaps still persist in many technical fields.
Henry Ssegujja, Principal of St. Francis School of Allied Health Sciences, praised the school’s impact over the years, noting that many of its alumni are now serving in government health facilities, while others have successfully ventured into private practice.
“Our contribution to the health sector is visible in every corner of the country. Our graduates are not just job seekers; many have become job creators, running clinics and health-related businesses, especially in underserved areas,” he added.
The institution’s leadership stressed the importance of aligning health training with global trends, pointing out that innovations like telemedicine, AI diagnostics, and electronic health records are no longer optional but necessary tools for modern healthcare providers.
As the healthcare sector becomes increasingly technology-driven, St. Francis School of Health Sciences is positioning itself—and its graduates—as leaders in the digital health revolution, prepared to meet the growing demands of a rapidly changing world.
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