Ugandan govt's absence of free pre-primary education harms children's future prospects, according to HRW and ISER.
Uganda's lack of government-funded pre-primary education is causing lifelong harm, according to Human Rights Watch and the Initiative for Social and Economic Rights. High fees for private pre-schools create an insurmountable barrier for many families, particularly those in rural areas and with low income. The absence of free pre-primary schooling can lead to children not catching up with their peers and hinders their future prospects. The Ugandan government should make at least one year of pre-primary education compulsory and free for all children, and additional years should be made free as soon as possible.
June 12, 2024
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