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Uganda’s planned 2025 National Baseline education Census (NBEC) is facing meaningful delays, especially in the Kigezi sub-region. The ongoing nationwide teachers’ strike,coupled​ with the region’s difficult geographical terrain,are hindering data collection efforts. Officials are concerned that prolonged disruptions could jeopardize‌ the⁣ census’s objectives and⁢ impact long-term education planning.

Impact⁢ of the Teachers’ Strike

kauda Aliziki lubega,Director of Economic Statistics at the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS),has appealed to stakeholders,including the media,to assist ‌in ‌resolving the teachers’ strike. Lubega emphasized the critical ‌importance of stability within the education sector for the triumphant ⁣completion of‌ national‌ programs like the⁢ education census. The strike,‌ which‌ began in [Insert Date of Strike Start if known, otherwise state “early 2025”], has disrupted school operations and made⁤ it difficult to access educators and accurate student data.

The NBEC 2025 is considered‍ vital for Uganda’s long-term education⁣ planning and‍ reform initiatives. Officials fear‌ that continued disruptions will undermine the census’s goals of providing a extensive baseline for educational progress.

Challenges in the Kigezi Sub-Region

Beyond the national strike, the Kigezi⁣ sub-region ​presents unique logistical challenges. Its mountainous terrain and often remote schools make data collection significantly more ⁤difficult ⁣and time-consuming. These geographical obstacles are exacerbating the delays caused by the industrial action.

Census Timeline and UBOS⁣ Response

The census was launched⁤ in June 2025. UBOS has not yet confirmed whether the setbacks will necessitate ⁢adjustments to ⁣the census timeline. A ‌decision regarding potential timeline revisions is expected in​ the ⁣coming weeks, pending an assessment of the strike’s duration and the progress of ⁣data collection in⁣ other regions.

Background: The National Baseline ⁣Education Census

The National Baseline Education Census (NBEC) aims ⁢to collect comprehensive‌ data on all educational institutions, ​teachers, and students across Uganda.‌ This data will be used to:

• Inform education policy and planning.
• Allocate resources effectively.
• Monitor progress towards national⁤ education goals.
• Identify areas requiring targeted interventions.

Previous ​censuses have been instrumental in shaping Uganda’s ⁢education landscape. The 2025 census ​is expected to⁣ provide an even more⁣ detailed and accurate picture of the sector, enabling more informed decision-making.