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Robert Kibaya KIRUCODO founder
Robert Kibaya: The Story Behind KIRUCODO Founder
My name is Robert Kibaya and I am the Founder of Kikandwa Rural Communities Development Organisation (KIRUCODO). I was born on July 8, 1978, in Nabuti, a small village in Mukono District, Uganda. My journey through life has been one of determination, faith, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of those in rural communities.
I began kindergarten in Mukono District in 1985—a time marked by conflict. Due to the unrest, my father moved me to Kikandwa Church of Uganda Primary School in his home village, Kikandwa. Life there was difficult. We lacked teachers, learning materials, proper sanitation, and even shoes. Still, I remained focused and determined to learn.
A Struggle for Education
Despite the harsh conditions in Kikandwa, I completed my early education and transferred to Bishops East Primary School in 1991. In 1993, I graduated with good grades, even though my previous school had few resources. From 1994 to 1997, I attended Kololo Senior Secondary School, where I performed well in science subjects. Later, from 1999 to 2000, I studied at Bugema Adventist College, taking Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Sub-Mathematics. In 2001, through government sponsorship, I entered Kyambogo University and earned a degree in Science Technology in Biological Sciences in 2003.
Never Forgetting Kikandwa Village
Through all my education, I could never forget Kikandwa Village—the place that shaped my early life. I remember going hungry, walking barefoot, studying in glass-roofed classrooms with cow dung floors, and enduring long days without proper resources.
But I also remember the dreams I carried: the dream to return and uplift my village. To help children like me have a better chance. To ensure no child would go to school hungry or without books, uniforms, or clean water.
The Birth of KIRUCODO
With a heart full of purpose, I founded Kikandwa Rural Communities Development Organization (KIRUCODO), a grassroots NGO that empowers rural children and women in Uganda. Our mission is to improve access to quality education and create micro-income opportunities for families, so they can live with dignity and hope.
We believe that rural communities hold incredible potential, and when given the right tools—education, training, and support—they can transform their futures and drive local development.
We envision a Uganda where every child, regardless of background, has access to:
Education in safe and supportive environments
Basic scholastic materials
Nutritious meals
Clean drinking water
And where every rural woman has the ability to contribute economically and socially to her community.
Support KIRUCODO Vision
We rely on donations from kind individuals who believe in our mission. Join us today, your donation empowers the next generation of rural leaders in Uganda.
Robert Kibaya: The Story Behind KIRUCODO Founder
My name is Robert Kibaya and I am the Founder of Kikandwa Rural Communities Development Organisation (KIRUCODO). I was born on July 8, 1978, in Nabuti, a small village in Mukono District, Uganda. My journey through life has been one of determination, faith, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of those in rural communities.
I began kindergarten in Mukono District in 1985—a time marked by conflict. Due to the unrest, my father moved me to Kikandwa Church of Uganda Primary School in his home village, Kikandwa. Life there was difficult. We lacked teachers, learning materials, proper sanitation, and even shoes. Still, I remained focused and determined to learn.
A Struggle for Education
Despite the harsh conditions in Kikandwa, I completed my early education and transferred to Bishops East Primary School in 1991. In 1993, I graduated with good grades, even though my previous school had few resources. From 1994 to 1997, I attended Kololo Senior Secondary School, where I performed well in science subjects. Later, from 1999 to 2000, I studied at Bugema Adventist College, taking Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Sub-Mathematics. In 2001, through government sponsorship, I entered Kyambogo University and earned a degree in Science Technology in Biological Sciences in 2003.
Never Forgetting Kikandwa Village
Through all my education, I could never forget Kikandwa Village—the place that shaped my early life. I remember going hungry, walking barefoot, studying in glass-roofed classrooms with cow dung floors, and enduring long days without proper resources.
But I also remember the dreams I carried: the dream to return and uplift my village. To help children like me have a better chance. To ensure no child would go to school hungry or without books, uniforms, or clean water.
The Birth of KIRUCODO
With a heart full of purpose, I founded Kikandwa Rural Communities Development Organization (KIRUCODO), a grassroots NGO that empowers rural children and women in Uganda. Our mission is to improve access to quality education and create micro-income opportunities for families, so they can live with dignity and hope.
We believe that rural communities hold incredible potential, and when given the right tools—education, training, and support—they can transform their futures and drive local development.
Visit the About KIRUCODO page to know more about us!
Our Vision
We envision a Uganda where every child, regardless of background, has access to:
And where every rural woman has the ability to contribute economically and socially to her community.
Support KIRUCODO Vision
We rely on donations from kind individuals who believe in our mission. Join us today, your donation empowers the next generation of rural leaders in Uganda.