By Editorial,
Teachers in government-aided primary schools across Kamwenge District yesterday returned to class in large numbers following the suspension of the strike by the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU).
The industrial action, which began in September as schools opened for the third term, was called off last week after a request from the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among.
A visit by our reporter to several schools in Kamwenge indicated that at Kamwenge Railway Primary School, all 14 teachers reported for duty, with 600 out of 764 pupils in attendance.
At Biguli Primary School, 8 of the 10 teachers returned, though only 193 out of 600 pupils attended, like other schools whose learner population like in Kasese district, remained low. Mr. John Mubunga, the UNATU Chairperson for Kamwenge District, commended teachers for their unity and patience as the union leadership continues discussions with government officials. END