education 25 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Government Allocates Shs800 Billion to Upgrade 131 Traditional Schools
Uganda's government has set aside Shs800 billion to modernize 131 traditional secondary schools and special-needs institutions, aiming to enhance education infrastructure nationwide. Teso College Aloet is among the top beneficiaries under the U-learn project. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/131-traditional-schools-set-for-upgrade-govt-says-5435856
The Ministry of Education and Sports plans to invest Shs800 billion in upgrading 121 traditional secondary schools and 10 institutions for special-needs students. This initiative seeks to modernize facilities and boost learning environments across the country.
Ms. Juliet Atuhire Muzoora, Commissioner of Government Secondary Schools, shared these details in an interview from Soroti City. She confirmed Teso College Aloet (TCA), a 72-year-old institution, tops the list for the U-learn rehabilitation project in its region, with four schools targeted locally.
TCA head teacher Mr. Julius Opasso welcomed the news, highlighting urgent needs in classrooms, labs, staff quarters, and equipment. He also called for a tractor to improve maintenance and sanitation, noting these issues hinder the school’s potential despite strong academic results.
Other schools slated for upgrades include Busoga College Mwiri, Nabumali High School, St. Peter’s College Tororo, Sir Samuel Baker, Nyapea College, Nganwa High School, Ruyonza High School, Manjasi High School, Tororo Girls, Kamonkoli College, Buyamba SS, Duhaga SS, Gulu High, Kitgum High, Masaba SS, and Kachonga SS, many facing dilapidated conditions.
Meanwhile, Soroti City East MP-elect Mr. Moses Okia Attan advised students to prioritize discipline, hard work, and perseverance for success.
Source: Daily Monitor