The Queen Mother, also known as the Nyabaghole, advocates for the restoration of African moral values, where the upbringing of children was a collective responsibility shared by the entire community.
The Rwenzururu Kingdom’s Queen Mother, Her Royal Highness Agnes Ithungu, is calling on families to place greater emphasis on nurturing their children. The Queen Mother, also known as the Nyabaghole, advocates for the restoration of African moral values, where the upbringing of children was a collective responsibility shared by the entire community.
“We should not shy away from our known positive traditions, culture, and norms that are a reflection of us as responsible parents,” she remarked. She also warned girls to avoid engaging in early relationships and sexual activities, which are contributing to early pregnancies and high rates of school dropouts.
Speaking during an Intergenerational Dialogue in Kasese town, the Nyabaghole expressed concern over the high rates of teenage pregnancies and early marriages in the Rwenzori sub-region. She urged parents to be the primary role models for their children.
Florence Kabugho, the Kasese District Woman Member of Parliament, echoed the Queen Mother’s sentiments, emphasizing that it is the responsibility of parents to shape their children's futures. Kabugho added that, as women leaders, they are committed to protecting the rights of young girls in the district and the country.
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