Alux: The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) has inaugurated a carpentry workshop at the Alux Orphan School in the Alux region. Equipped with technical tools and machinery, the workshop aims to provide orphaned children with vocational skills in carpentry, helping them secure sustainable livelihoods.
According to African Press Organization, the new facility offers hands-on training in woodworking, preparing students for careers in the construction and furniture industries. Expert instructors will lead the training to support students' professional development.
At the opening ceremony, TIKA Kampala Coordinator Murat ‡etin emphasized the critical role of vocational education in development processes, highlighting the agency's priority to prepare youth for the workforce and increase employment opportunities.