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The teacher who transformed his school from bare ground to a climate change model
Episode 8
Monday, 4 December, 2023
Joseph Kiyimba, a maestro of knowledge at the enchanting Kawempe Church of Uganda Primary School, stands out from the pedagogical crowd. His heart beats not just for textbooks and lesson plans, but for the symphony of climate change. Picture this: In the whimsical year of 2012, fate danced Joseph to this school, a move orchestrated by the mischievous maestro, Flooding. As he set foot on this new educational canvas, the barren grounds echoed the irony of his arrival. Yet, instead of succumbing to the arid reception, Joseph wielded his green wand, transforming the desolation into a thriving oasis. Within the verdant confines of the school garden, he orchestrates a harmonious collaboration with eager learners. Together, they sow the seeds of environmental consciousness, cultivating not just knowledge but a lush tapestry of life. But Joseph's creativity knows no bounds. In a spellbinding twist, he and his students have woven discarded plastics into a mesmerizing gate, a beacon of sustainability rising from the refuse. In the vibrant world of Joseph Kiyimba, teaching isn't just about words on a blackboard; it's about sculpting a future where passion and action waltz hand in hand, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of education and environmental stewardship. His vision is to be the Green Ambassador for all teachers and schools in Uganda in order to replicate his climate change model across the country.
