Uganda Christian University (UCU) was left in awe a few days ago when Rachael Serwadda, a student of Bachelors of Laws donated some food items to her colleagues in different hostels. The gesture came after increased outcries by students who have been stranded in their residences since the announcement of a 42 day nationwide lockdown to mitigate Covid-19 pandemic.
Among the items were mangoes, pineapples, watermelon and spaghetti which according to Serwadda were the most needed to boost body immunity.
“I told my parents about my friends in hostels and he promised to support them,” Serwadda said adding that: “My father harvested fruits from his farm and bought some food stuffs which he instructed me to serve to students.”
Serwadda distributed food to at least 21 hostels with approximately 330 students getting help.
Joyce Nangobi, a second year student of Bachelor of Peace Human Rights and Humanitarian Intervention confirmed having received aid saying the initiative came at the ‘right time’.
“It is a wise idea to at least feed is on fruits during this time we need them most. I’m glad I received it,” Nangobi said.
Another beneficiary from Marvin hostel who preferred anonymity said: “It is Christian enough for one to support others. I appreciate Rachel and her parents for really supporting us.”
He added that the lockdown has been a difficult experience to him and most of the students.
“I usually meet my friends but they really tell you that life has not been easy. I thank God that the 42 days are soon ending,” he added.
This donation comes few weeks after the University Chaplaincy extended support to the same category of students. Reports indicate that the Guild Parliament last week passed a resolution of diverting their June allowances to buy food items to students mainly those still in hostels.
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