KABALE: Shortage of Computers Impedes Practical Training and Exams at Uganda College of Commerce

KABALE – Authorities at Uganda College of Commerce in Kabale District have appealed to the government to provide the institution with adequate learning equipment, particularly computers, to enhance the delivery of practical lessons to students.

According to Bernard Nuwagira, the college principal, the institution lack computers to facilitate practical teachings. Nuwagira revealed this yesterday during the graduation ceremony of 830 students that graduated in various disciplines.

He said that the institution relies on 50 computers donated by the Uganda Communication Commission a decade ago, which are insufficient. He added that the ratio of current computers is {1-15} students per computer which has limited the capacity to train students, especially during practical lessons and examination periods.

Nuwagira emphasized that the institution lacks the financial capacity to purchase computers and urgently called on the government to intervene.

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The Chairperson of the governing council, Henry Rwaganika, highlighted that the shortage of computers has impeded the training of journalists at the institution. He also noted a lack of appropriate catering equipment and a tourism training hub to expose students to real-life situations.

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In response to these challenges, Dr. Safinah Kisu Museene, the Director of Higher Technical Vocational Education and Training (D/HTVET) in the Ministry of Education and Sports, who served as the chief guest, promised to present the report to the Education Minister for an immediate response.

Museene highlighted that the Ministry of Education and Sports has initiated a program to establish technical and vocational training institutions in every district to improve the perception of Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) among the public.

She advised graduates to make use of present government programs, especially the Parish Development Model Program, to enhance their socio-economic well-being and improve their lives.

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