Martin Ssebuyira
8 November 2009
interview
Wilson Ewaru is the patron Children Aids Fund at Early Learning Centre Primary School in Entebbe. He helps children compose poems, songs and skits that create awareness on HIV/ Aids in a bid to spread messages to the community.
What were you like as a child?
I was a leader who would mobilise fellow students to express our rights when something was not right. I also participated in a number of activities including sports and clubs such as HIV/Aids Club where we would sensitise students about ways of preventing it.
Did you cry all the time?
I was a first borne in our family. Being a boy and an elder brother kept me strong enough not to show my emotions by breaking down.
What inspired you as a child?
My late Science Teacher Joseph Eteru. He was a genius in practical subjects and when we he taught everyone would understand him well. He was my mentor because he made me the good science teacher I am today.
Your childhood memories:
I remember the days I lied to my classmates that there were hyenas outside school compound if they moved out of their room in the night. They later realised that I was lying to them and they all laughed at me.
What activities did you participate in while at school?
I actively engaged in drama acting, art work like molding, making hoe handles, playing football and volley ball among others.
What makes you happy?
When I see my students excelling in the subject I teach because it makes me know that they will have a good future.
Schools attended
I went to Oloba Primary School in Soroti where I joined Kamudo Secondary School for my O'level. I after enrolled to Soroti Primary Teachers College for teacher's training certificate.
Advice for children?
I urge the children to stay safe at school, respect teachers and elders and read hard for a bright future.
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