LANGO EDUCATION CONVENTION PUSHES FOR LEARNERS BEYOND PAPERS AND GRADES

PS Dr Kedrace Turygenda rallies teachers to reshape Uganda through faith-centered education The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education and Sports, Dr. Kedress Turyagenda, has challenged teachers and headteachers to become transformational leaders anchored in Christ and committed to excellence, integrity, and impactful service. Dr. Turyagenda made the remarks while officially opening the Fifth Annual Education Convention organized by the Diocese of Lango at St. Katherine Girls School in Lira City. Ambience Hundreds of teachers, headteachers, church leaders, and education stakeholders have converged at St. Katherine Girls School in Lira City for the Fifth Annual Education Convention organized by the Diocese of Lango aimed at strengthening faith-centered learning and improving education standards in the region. Bite… Rt Rev Prof. Alfred Olwa, Bishop Lango Diocese Drawing from her experience rising from a classroom teacher to the top administrative office in the education ministry, Dr. Kedress Turyagenda challenged school leaders to embrace four principles of leadership: Excellence, Faithfulness, Results-orientedness, and Integrity. Bite – DR. KEDRESS TURYAGENDA Dr. Turyagenda announced that government is preparing to roll out a competence-based curriculum for primary schools and Advanced Level aimed at equipping learners with practical skills for the world of work. She noted that Uganda’s education system must produce citizens who are innovative, productive, and morally upright rather than focusing only on academic papers. The Permanent Secretary further urged teachers to understand Uganda’s national vision and actively contribute towards transforming the country through quality education. Bite – DR. KEDRESS TURYAGENDA Bishop of Lango Diocese, Professor Alfred Olwa, said the convention is intended to encourage teachers and improve learning standards across schools under the diocese. The Diocese of Lango currently oversees 180 primary schools, 30 secondary schools, five vocational institutions, and one university. According to Bishop Olwa, modern education must focus on both cognitive and practical skills to prepare learners for the future. Over the next two days, stakeholders will discuss faith-based learning, education policies, and strategies for transforming learners into responsible and productive citizens. However, headteachers also appealed to government to address challenges including old school structures, inadequate laboratory facilities, and salary disparities among teachers. Pops Education leaders here say the future of Uganda’s transformation depends not only on academic success, but on raising a generation grounded in values, skills, and integrity. Ends Filed & Run 14th May, 2026