Personal Information

Gender: Female
Date of Birth: 30th September 2004
Talent Area: Traditional Ugandan dance

Family Background

Joyce was born in Wabiyinja Village, Wakiso District (Central Uganda), and is the second of three children. Her parents, petty traders, earned meagre incomes that could barely meet the family’s basic needs, let alone cover school fees. Joyce often walked long distances, taking risky shortcuts to get to school. From a young age, her talent in dance was clear, and her determination to use that talent to support her education drove her to perform at community events, where she earned small contributions to buy scholastic materials. Joining Rockies lifted a heavy burden from her and her family’s shoulders, giving her the chance for steady, consistent education — an opportunity she embraced with deep gratitude and commitment.

How Rockies Organization Stepped In

Joyce joined the Rockies Organization in August 2017, inspired by friends who were already members. Sadly, just a month later, she lost her father, which made the family’s situation even more difficult. Rockies stepped in, providing mentorship and educational sponsorship. Today, Joyce is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Office and Information Management at Makerere University Business School in Kampala. In addition, Rockies has offered her the ideal platform to nurture her artistic talents and gain exposure on professional performance stages. Joyce’s growth, both professionally and personally, has been remarkable, and she is now one of the Troupe’s leaders.

Talent, Uniqueness & Achievements

Joyce is a gifted dancer known for her mastery of various traditional Ugandan dances including Ekitaguriro (Western Uganda); Otwenge (West Nile); and Bakisimba, Nankasa, and Muwogola (Central Uganda). She has performed at cultural heritage sites such as the Nyero Rock Paintings and has grown into a leader among her peers.

Aspirations
In addition to excelling in her college studies, Joyce is actively honing her entrepreneurial skills. he currently manages Mukisa Foods, a popular food joint in her community. She aspires to become an executive at a multinational company and dreams of establishing a coffee shop chain that supports local organic farmers

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