BY KGR Reporter,
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has urged the government to increase investment in Information Communication and Technology (ICT) due to concerns about the underperformance of students.
During the release of the 2023 UACE examination results, Dan Odongo, the Executive Director of UNEB, highlighted the board’s observation that many schools lack ICT equipment which is essential for practical work.
Odongo noted that the prevailing deficiencies have significantly hindered students’ acquisition of the required skills and competence.
Mr. Odongo speaking….
The concerns raised by UNEB were also underscored in the December 2023 Auditor General’s report.
Dr.John Muyingo, the State Minister for Higher Education, highlighted that in recent years, the government has invested significantly in science subjects, including a 300 percent increase in the pay for science teachers.
However, despite these efforts, there has been a noticeable absence of visible results.
According to Muyingo, it is imperative to hold school administrators and science teachers accountable to ensure that the Ministry witnesses improved outcomes in this domain. Dr. Muyingo speaking…
Janet Kataha Museveni, the Minister of Education and Sports, acknowledged the positive increase in the number of students opting for science subjects and emphasized the importance of celebrating this development.
Mrs. Janet Museveni speaking…..
She expressed optimism that there could be improvements in the overall results of students taking science subjects. END.