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President Museveni Orders All Government Schools to Become Day Schools

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Bahati shalom

Jan 26, 2025

President Museveni orders all government schools to operate as day schools, aiming to make education more accessible and affordable for all students.
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President Yoweri Museveni has ordered the removal of boarding sections in all government schools across Uganda. This decision comes after MP Joseph Ssewungu raised concerns in parliament about the rising cost of education and the declining standards in government schools.


MP Ssewungu argued that many schools prioritize making money over providing quality education. He claimed that high boarding fees were unfair to parents and made education inaccessible to children from low-income families.


According to him, the focus had shifted from academic success to financial gain.

In response, President Museveni instructed the Ministry of Education to convert all government schools into day schools with immediate effect. He emphasized that education is a right and should not be limited to those who can afford expensive fees.


Reactions to this directive have been mixed. Some people see it as a positive step towards inclusive education, while others worry about the challenges it may bring. Teachers and parents are particularly concerned about students who live far from schools and rely on boarding facilities for safety and convenience.


To address these concerns, the Ministry of Education will soon provide detailed guidelines on how this policy will be implemented.

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