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15:58
15:58

Ministry Struggles with Inspections, New System to Combat Teacher Absenteeism Ignored school 1 Top story

To tackle teacher absenteeism and improve monitoring, the Ministry introduced a smartphone-based system called the Teachers Effectiveness and Learner Achievement (TELA) tool. TELA was designed to provide real-time data on teacher attendance and classroom activities.
14:54
14:54

Education Experts Warn of Declining Enrollment for Boys, Continued Risks for Girls education system 1 7

Gonzaga Kaswarra, an education consultant, says there is an urgent need to examine the underlying factors contributing to the trend and understand why more boys are not attending school or experiencing higher dropout rates. He called for a thorough analysis to address the causes and ensure boys are not left behind.
08:26
08:26

Learners Use Graphic Design to Raise Their Voices on Issues Affecting Them Uganda 5 1 Top story

Dr. Robin Nandy, UNICEF Representative to Uganda, commended the impressive creativity and innovation displayed by children through their captivating designs and presentations, highlighting the boundless potential within every child. He emphasized that by providing children with the tools and opportunities to explore and develop their talents, and by offering them a platform to share their ideas, we are empowering them to become not only the leaders and innovators of tomorrow but also of today.
07:29
07:29

Ugandan Learners Walk at Least 1.8 km Daily to Access Schools – UBOS Report child 1

The report reveals that “87 percent of students walk between 0 to 3 kilometers, 10 percent walk between 3 to 5 kilometers, and 4 percent commute more than 5 kilometers.” This daily journey has been shown to restrict access to education, especially for children aged 6 to 12, with 5.7 percent of boys and 3.7 percent of girls in this age group struggling to reach school due to distance.
07:41
07:41

Nkoma SS Launches Probe into Teacher's Assault by Student social media 1

Speaking to reporters by phone on Monday morning, Abubakar Kawanguzi, the head teacher of Nkoma Secondary School, stated that the school cannot confirm or deny the student's involvement until the investigation concludes.
07:09
07:09

Bugweri District Council Sitting Adjourned Over Lack of Quorum secondary school

Balunywa explained that he had distributed the order paper and official invitations to the executive members, led by Bugweri LC V Chairman Shafic Muziransa, earlier this month before extending the same to the rest of the councilors. However, he expressed surprise and disappointment that the majority of councilors failed to attend the sitting.
14:33
14:33

Student Drowns in Lake Bunyonyi canoe 1 2

Gordon Tukacungurwa, LC2 Chairman of Kitooma Parish, stated that once it was confirmed that Akandiinda could not be saved, locals employed traditional methods to prevent his body from sinking to the bottom of the lake.
07:25
07:25

Hoima Secondary Teachers Storm City Offices Over Irregular Salary Payment government 1 5

Charlis Kabiri, the deputy city clerk, declined to address the teachers in the presence of the media, causing further frustration among the protesting teachers.
07:16
07:16

Education Ministry Asks Stanbic to Ensure National Representation in Schools Program climate change 2 3

For the past eight years, Stanbic Bank Uganda has hosted secondary school debate competitions known as the Stanbic National School Championship. The competition aims to identify and promote talent, stimulate innovation, and recognize the best innovative idea with significant business sense and societal impact.
16:45
16:45

UNEB Releases Sample Papers for New O’Level Curriculum teacher 1 2 Top story

Jennifer Kalule Musamba, the UNEB spokesperson has confirmed that the sample papers are now available, and they distribute them to schools to familiarize both teachers and students with the format of Competency Based Assessment (CBA) questions.
15:00
15:00

Secondary School in Hoima Closed for Operating Illegally closure 1

The school was closed on Thursday during an impromptu visit by Caroline Nyamahunge, the Hoima District Inspector of Schools.
14:22
14:22

Kimengo Sub County Residents Demand Secondary School learners 1 3

According to the residents, ever since the inception of the sub county, they have not had a secondary school in the area. The situation has compelled children who complete primary education to drop out of school due to lack of secondary schools.
07:47
07:47

Student Seeks Government Funding for Drone Pesticide Sprayer Project area 1 1

Motivated by these findings, Ssentongo and his classmates utilized plastic materials, including empty water bottles and metallic particles, in their chemistry laboratory to create a drone sprayer. The drone is equipped with two pesticide-filled bottles and an integrated camera.
11:46
11:46

Student Drowns in River Nile child

Najib Musobya, a fisherman in the area, expressed concern about the safety of school children who frequently gather at the river after their evening lessons.
07:48
07:48

Woman Collapses at Jinja High Court After the Remand of Her Sons secondary school 3 1

Lydia Kwikiriza collapsed after Jinja chief magistrate, Jude Muwone remanded 20-year-old Joel Musasizi, a senior six student at Jinja senior secondary school, and his 18-year-old sibling Andrew Muwanguzi, a senior three student at African secondary school for illegal possession of narcotic substances.
19:23
19:23

Senior Six Student Commits Suicide secondary school 3 2

Denis Tukei was found hanging dead in a dormitory by students, who were returning from lunch.
06:47
06:47

Father Arrested Over Death of Daughter's Boyfriend Busoga North

A postmortem report released by Kamuli general hospital shows that the teenager had deep cuts on his head and strangulation marks on the neck.
09:39
09:39

EU Ambassador Calls for Empowerment of Girls woman 1 2

Ambassador Pacifici called for the need to tighten safety measures for the girls, especially in rural areas.
09:18
09:18

Hailstorm Deroofs Jagusi Secondary School education 1

Wanyama says that they were preparing learners for the end of term exams when the disaster occurred, adding that the current situation does not favour them to continue with their daily school programs.
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