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Uganda has made significant achievements in the education sector in recent years, particularly in improving access to education, increasing literacy rates, and improving the quality of education. Here are some of the notable achievements in the sector; The government of Uganda has made significant progress in increasing access to education. The country has implemented a number of policies to promote universal primary and secondary education, including the abolition of school fees and the construction of new schools.

Uganda has made significant progress in improving literacy rate, According to a report the Uganda Bureau of Statistics released in (March 18, 2022), the literacy rate for female Ugandans who are 10 years and above reached 72% up from 70% where it was five years ago. “There is an increase in Literacy of both Males and Females of 10 years and above. This was achieved through the expansion of primary education and the implementation of adult literacy programs.

The government of Uganda has implemented a number of reforms to improve the quality of education in Uganda. This has included the development of a new national curriculum, the introduction of new teaching methods, and the provision of teacher training programs.

Uganda has made significant progress in increasing enrolment in tertiary education. The country has established new universities and expanded the capacity of existing universities, which has helped to increase access to higher education.

The government has made efforts to promote gender equality in education. This has included the establishment of programs to support girls’ education, such as the Girls’ Education Movement (GEM), which provides scholarships and mentorship to girls.

Uganda has made significant progress in improving access to education, increasing literacy rates, and improving the quality of education. However, challenges remain, particularly in terms of funding, teacher shortages, and the quality of infrastructure.