Mpigi probes three teachers over absconding from
Authorities in the Mpigi district of Uganda are investigating three primary school teachers for abandoning their posts and hiring unqualified villagers to teach in their place. The issue was brought to light during a community meeting where local leaders expressed concerns over the quality of education.
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The incident highlights systemic challenges in rural education administration and the impact of teacher absenteeism on public service delivery.
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Mpigi probes three teachers over absconding from duty, hiring mercenaries
“I would like to re-echo the concern from the community of Kasozi. We have a government primary school in our area, but there is a serious challenge in the school administration. Teachers have run away from the station and hired villagers to teach on their behalf. These teachers share their salary with these hired villagers; we ask the district leadership to look into our concern,” Kabugo said.
Simon Peter Kawuki remarks during the community baraza meeting organised by the district leadership. (Credit: Simon Ssekidde)
MPIGI - The authorities in Mpigi district are investigating Primary School teachers in government-aided schools for absconding from duty and illegally contracting unqualified individuals to teach on their behalf while continuing to collect public salaries.
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