Amolatar faces an acute shortage of schools

10 November 2026, 10:48 am

By Gerald Odongo

The Amolatar District Education Department is set to undertake a teacher recruitment exercise on a replacement basis as part of efforts to revitalise the education sector and restore discipline, commitment and excellence in schools across the district.

The District Education Officer, Peter Obote, said the department was considering several teachers for retirement, including those who are seriously ill and have already undergone medical assessments. Their files have reportedly been submitted for consideration.

Obote also identified habitual drunkenness as a possible ground for retirement in the public interest, warning that the continued service of such teachers could undermine the teaching profession. He urged School Management Committees to identify and carefully document such cases, submitting comprehensive reports to facilitate appropriate action.

However, the District Education Officer stressed that the district’s objective was not solely to discipline teachers but also to recognise and reward those who demonstrate diligence, discipline and commitment.

He called on School Management Committees to identify hardworking and exemplary teachers whose service to the profession deserves recognition.

Obote further announced plans to convene a teachers’ conference to engage, guide and counsel educators. He noted that some teachers face personal and professional challenges and may require counselling and moral support to improve their performance and carry out their duties effectively.

Addressing teachers, Obote described children as a divine blessing to the teaching profession. He called on all education stakeholders to work together and support the future of education in Amolatar District.

He emphasised that unity, discipline and unwavering commitment would be essential in raising academic standards across the district.