education 4 June 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Uganda to Pilot Competence-Based Curriculum in Primary Schools
The Ugandan government is expediting the rollout of a competence-based curriculum in primary schools nationwide, aiming to equip young learners with practical skills and foster creativity. This initiative is part of broader educational reforms designed to move away from rote memorization towards a more applied approach to learning. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/why-government-is-rolling-out-competence-based-curriculum-in-primary-schools-5485588
Uganda is on the verge of implementing a significant shift in its primary education system with the rollout of a competence-based curriculum. This move is intended to equip students with practical skills, creativity, and innovation from a young age, moving away from the traditional emphasis on rote learning.
The Ministry of Education and Sports is actively revising the primary school curriculum to align with this competency-based agenda. This effort mirrors the ongoing implementation of a similar curriculum for secondary schools, which began in 2020. The goal is to prepare learners to tackle real-life challenges, making them more adaptable for further education and the competitive job market.
Commissioner for Basic Education, Safina Mutumba, highlighted that while the pre-primary competence-based curriculum is already in a pilot phase, efforts are underway to finalize the primary cycle revisions. She stressed that the success of this hands-on approach is contingent upon improved school infrastructure and conducive learning environments.
This initiative was discussed during the handover of newly renovated facilities at Bukoto Muslim Primary School in Kampala. The improvements, financed by Universal Multipurpose Enterprise as part of their corporate social responsibility, aim to reduce classroom congestion and create a more inspiring space for students. Officials also encouraged school administrators to explore resourceful and low-cost solutions for infrastructure development, even suggesting the use of recycled materials for constructions like perimeter fences.
The renovation at Bukoto Muslim Primary School is seen as a crucial step towards enhancing inclusive and quality education, particularly for the school’s visually impaired students. This development underscores the broader vision that investing in schools is fundamental to national development and ensuring that educational opportunities are accessible to all.
This article is based on information from the Daily Monitor.