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St. Joseph's Vocational School Mbarara - JOVOC

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Founded in 1980 by the Catholic Church, Jovoc is a boys-only secondary school in Mbarara City, Uganda. We offer vocational skills, arts & sciences.

17/08/2026

🔥 JOVOC HOSTS. JOVOC COMPETES. JOVOC MAKES ITS MARK.

This term, JOVOC opened its doors to schools from across the Archdiocese of Mbarara for the 2nd Regional Debate, Public Speaking & Poetry Competition, under the theme “Leadership and Environmental Conservation.”

And the home team had plenty to say.

🎤 Both JOVOC public speakers reached the finals.
🏆 Ainebyoona Moses - Best Speaker
🥈 JOVOC Debate Team - 2nd Runners Up
🥈 Ainamaani Oscar - 2nd Runner Up, Public Speaking
Our poet narrowly bowed out at the semifinals, while Debate Team A carried the JOVOC flag into the final.

The overall trophy may have gone to St. Charles Lwanga, but JOVOC walked away with medals, honours, certificates, and, perhaps most importantly, a stronger generation of confident young thinkers.
From debate to poetry, from public speaking to leadership, the day was a powerful reminder: The ability to speak, think, and lead is a skill worth cultivating. JOVOC is building that generation. 🇺🇬💙💛

We hosted. We competed. We made our mark.

08/08/2026

This term, JOVOC proudly took on Uganda's finest young minds at the USSSA National Ball Games II & Mind Games Championships in Gulu, with a 33-learner delegation representing us in Basketball, Chess, and Scrabble.

The results tell a story of national-level competitiveness:

🥉 U17 Basketball-3rd Nationally
🔤 Scrabble -7th Nationally
♟️ Chess-9th Nationally
A Top 10 national finish in both Mind Games disciplines is no small feat. Our learners went head-to-head with some of the country's strongest competitors, gaining invaluable experience, confidence, and exposure along the way.
And this is only part of the journey.

We went to compete. We learned. We grew. We made our mark. And we are going back stronger.

Congratulations to our learners and coaches for flying the JOVOC flag high. 🇺🇬💙

06/08/2026

Celebrating excellence! 🎓
We proudly honoured our outstanding 2025 UACE top performers as they prepare to begin the next chapter of their academic journey.

Three of our finest attained the coveted 20 points, earning admission to Makerere University, MUBS, and Kyambogo University, while another exceptional learner secured 18 points and will pursue Engineering at Kyambogo.

During a Thanksgiving Mass led by Rev. Fr. Julius Caesar Kamukama, the school recognized these remarkable achievements with cash awards, celebrating not only academic excellence but also the discipline, faith, and resilience that define a true Jovoc student.

05/08/2026

Our learners recently embarked on a pilgrimage to Calvary Hill, a place of prayer and reflection, where they joined fellow faithful in seeking God's presence through the Holy Eucharist, prayer, and meditation.

The pilgrimage offered our students an opportunity to deepen their faith, reflect on their personal relationship with God, and draw inspiration from the spiritual significance of Calvary. Beyond the journey itself, it served as a reminder that true education nurtures not only the mind but also the heart and soul.

26/07/2026

For many moments, Mr. Katagata Patrick, a proud OB, has faithfully dedicated his time to mentoring and inspiring our learners.

Through his words, experiences, and unwavering commitment to nurturing young minds, he has challenged countless students to lead with integrity, embrace responsibility, and pursue excellence with purpose.

His sessions are more than motivational talks; they are moments of transformation that continue to shape our learners' character and aspirations.

On behalf of the entire JOVOC family, we extend our sincere appreciation for your continued support, mentorship, and enduring love for your alma mater.

Thank you for reminding our students that true success is measured not only by what one achieves, but also by the lives one inspires.

22/07/2026

Every wire connected, every switch tested, every lamp illuminated.

Our Technology & Design learners confidently demonstrated their practical skills by completing fully functional electrical lighting circuits during their assessment, a testament to competence, innovation, and quality vocational education.

“Ora et Labora” – Pray and Work.

19/07/2026

We were honoured to welcome our JOVOC Old Boys who are Seminarians back home today. They celebrated the Holy Mass with the school community. They later held an inspiring interaction with our students, sharing their vocation journeys and encouraging them to embrace faith, discipline, and purposeful living.

Thank you for your witness and continued connection to your alma mater. 🙏⛪💙

18/07/2026

🙏🏿🙏🏿 LET US REMEMBER IN PRAYER 🙏🏿🙏🏿
Most Rev. Paul Kamuza Bakyenga

Today, 18 July, we lovingly remember Most Rev. Paul Kamuza Bakyenga, a humble shepherd whose life was dedicated to God and the service of His Church.

• Born on 30 June 1944 at Bumbaire, Kitabi Parish, to Sipiriano Kamuza and Maria Gakibayo.
• Ordained a Priest on 11 July 1971 at Mushanga Parish.
• Appointed Coadjutor Bishop on 6 March 1989, consecrated Bishop on 24 June 1989, and succeeded Bishop John Baptist Kakubi on 23 November 1991.
• Appointed Archbishop of Mbarara on 2 January 1999 and retired on 25 April 2020.

He faithfully served as Chaplain of Ntare School and Mbarara High School, Rector of Kitabi and Ggaba National Seminaries, Chairman of the Uganda Episcopal Conference and AMECEA, Chancellor of CUEA, UMU, and USJM, and Patron of numerous organizations.

He was widely admired for his generosity, eloquence, humility, and remarkable sense of humour.
Episcopal Motto: "Stay With Us, Lord."
Archbishop Bakyenga returned to the Lord on 18 July 2023 at the age of 79, after 52 years of priestly ministry and 34 years of Episcopal service. He was laid to rest at Nyamitanga Cathedral.

As we mark the anniversary of his passing, we thank God for his exemplary life and enduring legacy.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.

🌹 Forever loved. Forever remembered.

Source: Padre Mukasa B. Jnr.

07/07/2026

Happy Priestly Anniversary, Rev. Fr. Christopher Katono Bafaki.

Today, we celebrate your faithful commitment to God’s calling and your selfless service to the Church and the Jovoc family.

Thank you for your inspiring leadership, humble spirit, and unwavering dedication to nurturing young minds in faith, knowledge, and character. Your guidance continues to shape lives and strengthen our community.

As you mark this special milestone, we pray that the Lord blesses you with abundant grace, renewed strength, good health, and lasting joy. May the Holy Spirit continue to guide your ministry, and may the Blessed Virgin Mary keep you under her loving protection.

Happy Priestly Anniversary, Father. May God richly reward your faithful service.

Ora et Labora.

Address

ST. JOSEPH'S VOCATIONAL SCHOOL MBARARA, P. O. BOX, NYAMITANGA, MBARARA
Mbarara
120

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+256754613843

Website

https://www.jovoc.sc.ug/

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