In a heartfelt address at Queen of Martyrs Secondary School in Kigoma, Wakiso District, Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere of Kampala called on schools to take decisive action to curb the growing trend of student strikes. Speaking during a morning prayer session, the Archbishop emphasized the need for spiritual and moral guidance to address the underlying issues driving such behavior.
A recent report released by education stakeholders in Uganda has revealed significant challenges in the country’s education system, particularly in literacy and numeracy. The 2024 Education Report indicates that two out of every ten children aged between 5 and 16 years are unable to read or comprehend what they are taught in school. This alarming statistic underscores the need for urgent interventions to address the barriers to quality education.
President Yoweri Museveni has officially commissioned the groundbreaking for Bunyoro University, a significant step in advancing education in Uganda. The ceremony took place in Kikuube District, marking the beginning of the construction of the first public university in the Bunyoro region.
Mobile Telecom Network (MTN) has donated to the 40 Smiles Foundation, located in Makindye Division, by providing essential technological equipment, including computers, screens, UPS devices, and printers. This donation aims to enhance the quality of education for Ugandan children.
The recently concluded S.6 examinations brought joy to students, teachers, and parents at Bethel Covenant College School, located in Bwebajja along the Entebbe Road in Wakiso District.
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