Vivo Energy Uganda Partners with Room to Read to Boost Literacy and Educational Support for School Children

By Our Reporter Vivo Energy Uganda has announced a strategic partnership with Room to Read, a global nonprofit organisation dedicated to creating a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality. This partnership aims to deliver essential assistance to school children throughout Uganda through access to educational resources, safe drinking water, and experiential learning opportunities. Mr. Valery Okecho, the Corporate Communications Manager at Vivo Energy Uganda, emphasised the importance of this partnership, stating: “Education is one of the most powerful tools we can offer to future generations, and we are delighted to partner with Room to Read to make a tangible impact in our communities. We believe that providing school children with resources, safe water, and experiential learning opportunities aligns with our values and commitment to corporate social responsibility. Through our community investment, we hope to help bridge the literacy gap and empower the leaders of tomorrow.” As part of the partnership, Vivo Energy Uganda has committed an initial USD 1,000 to procure books for school libraries and support book distribution, enhancing access to vital learning materials for young readers in Uganda. This investment will help stock libraries in under-resourced schools and provide students with more opportunities to improve their learning....