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Education
23 May 2026, 8:53 pm
Schools without chaos: Ending student strikes
Today, Saturday 23 May 2026, during the youth programme from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, we hosted Mutaawe Trevor and Angello Billy from Nakaseke Secondary School, Nansubuga Miracle from Kitala Secondary School, and Jamila Juliet from Old Kampala Secondary School.…
22 May 2026, 10:13 am
Mental health materials launched for schools to support learners
By Byamukama Alozious The Ministry of Education and Sports has launched new Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) materials for learning institutions following increasing concerns from students over stress, emotional exhaustion and mental pressure in schools. The materials, now officially…
13 May 2026, 1:43 pm
Unlocking learner’s potential in schools
By Robinah Nanfuka Children’s Talkshow | Every Sunday, 11:00am–1:00 p.m. In this engaging episode of the Children’s Talkshow Programme, we hosted Christine Nankubuge Ndawula, School Director of Dignity Primary School. She shares valuable insights on early childhood education strategies that…
7 April 2026, 11:19 am
Ufahari Girls urge balanced approach to mental health in schools
By Byamukama Alozious Ufahari Girls, a girl-led initiative advocating for the wellbeing, mental health, and rights of girls and young women, has launched a movement combining faith, mentorship, and mental health awareness in schools across Uganda to address the growing…
25 February 2026, 11:33 am
Forum for African Women Educationalists Uganda Launches Shs20,000 Campaign to Su…
By Annet Nakato. The Forum for African Women Educationalists Uganda (FAWE Uganda) has launched a nationwide fundraising campaign encouraging every Ugandan to contribute Shs20,000 to support girls’ education, particularly those from financially challenged backgrounds. The campaign aims to prevent school…
30 January 2026, 5:08 pm
Katikiiro wa Buganda asabye abayizi okukozesa obukugu bwebayiga mu matendekero a…
By Annet Nakato Kamala byonna wa Buganda ow’ekitibwa, Charles Peter Mayiga asabye abayizi abamaliriza emisomo gyabwe okozesa obulungi obukugu bwebafunye bwebaba nga bakubaako etoofali lyebagenda okwongera ku Uganda. Mayiga okusaba kuno akwogeredde kussetendekero wa Kabaka, Buganda Royal Institute of Business…
17 December 2025, 6:08 pm
TVET council launches registration of training institutions to bridge skills gap
By Annet Nakato The Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Council has launched a nationwide registration exercise for vocational and technical institutions in a bid to address concerns over graduates lacking job-ready skills. The initiative comes amid growing complaints…
15 November 2025, 2:58 pm
Victoria University launches internal tribunal to strengthen governance and just…
By Annet Nakato Victoria University has inaugurated its first-ever university tribunal in a ceremony held at Speke Resort Munyonyo, marking a significant milestone in advancing institutional governance, discipline, and conflict resolution. The tribunal members took their Oath of Office before…
15 October 2025, 6:55 pm
Dettol Hygiene Quest Programme: Promoting hygiene in Ugandan schools
By Byamukama Alozious The Dettol Hygiene Quest Programme, a collaboration between Reckitt and the Ministry of Education, has made significant strides in improving hygiene practices in Ugandan schools. Dr Hajjati Safiina Museene, Commissioner of Health Training Institutions at the Ministry…
18 September 2025, 5:19 pm
UNEB tasks school inspectors to help combat exam malpractice
By Byamukama Alozious The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has convened a meeting with district, city, and municipal inspectors of schools to address pressing concerns in the examination process. Hon. Moriku Joyce Kaducu, Minister of State for Primary Education, emphasised…