education 25 March 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Doubting Surge in Exam A's is Intellectual Dishonesty, Says Educator
A Ugandan educator criticizes columnist Gawaya Tegulle for questioning the recent flood of top grades in national exams, arguing that such skepticism ignores the rigorous new curriculum and undermines excellence. Celebrating more A's reflects genuine improvement, not lowered standards. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/commentary/lack-of-faith-in-recent-exam-results-is-intellectual-dishonesty-5403500
Patrick Kaboyo, a teacher and education leader, responds to Gawaya Tegulle’s column questioning the many A’s in recent national exams. Drawing on Descartes’ doubts, Kaboyo urges skeptics to ground their views in facts rather than speculation.
He stresses that opinions must rely on truth, much like courts assess intent and actions. Dismissing credible, nationally verified results as unworthy sacrifices hard work on the altar of radicalism.
Kaboyo calls out comparisons to Mobutu’s inflated generals as unpatriotic. The new curriculum demands continuous assessments, projects, and summative exams—elements ignored by critics, revealing laziness in fact-checking.
Pessimism about uniformly excellent results suggests discomfort with progress. Kaboyo questions if such thinkers would delay promotions or distinctions elsewhere due to high achievement.
Ultimately, more students earning excellence elevates its value, just as a lawyer’s winning streak defines litigation prowess.