Namasale school authorities reassure parents over student safety amid Ebola outbreak

9 June 2026, 9:31 am

By Alphonce Odur and Sarah Ejang

As concerns grow over the ongoing Ebola outbreak, school authorities in Amolatar District have reassured parents about the safety of learners attending classes.

Following reports of low attendance in local schools, officials are urging parents to send their children back to school with confidence.

At Namasale Technical School, Headteacher Canon Moses Ogwal emphasised that the institution is strictly adhering to all Ministry of Education Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) designed to prevent Ebola transmission. “We have put all necessary measures in place, including handwashing facilities, temperature checks, and enforced social distancing in classrooms,” Canon Ogwal said.

Addressing the issue of low attendance, Canon Ogwal clarified that schools remain open in line with national directives. He echoed President Yoweri Museveni’s recent directive against closing learning institutions during this period, underscoring the importance of continuity in education despite the outbreak.

Additionally, Namasale Technical School is concurrently hosting a government patriotism training programme on campus, underscoring the dual role schools play in both education and civic engagement.

Similarly, at Namasale Seed Secondary School, the Headmistress confirmed that strict standard operating procedures (SOPs) are in place for both learners and visitors to ensure the highest level of protection against infection. The measures include mandatory mask-wearing, controlled entry points, and continuous health monitoring.

Students at Namasale Seed Secondary School have expressed confidence in the protective protocols. One student said, “We feel safe coming to school because the teachers and staff take our health seriously by following all the safety guidelines.”

With these reassurances, education leaders in Amolatar hope to see improved attendance rates as they balance safety with the critical need for continued learning during this challenging period.