Uganda: Rural School Fellows Complete Teach for Uganda Programme in Bugiri

Teach For Uganda (TFU) marked a significant milestone with a graduation ceremony for Cohorts 6 and 7 at Happy Wallet Hotel in Bugiri, celebrating Fellows who have completed two-year teaching placements in rural schools.

The programme addresses Uganda's learning crisis, where 82% of children cannot read and comprehend age-appropriate texts by age 10, and more than half struggle with basic numeracy.

TFU places highly trained university graduates in underserved government primary schools, equipping them with Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) methodologies and continuous coaching to deliver foundational literacy, numeracy, and 21st-century skills.

Fellows also work closely with parents, school leaders, and communities to create supportive learning environments.

Sharot Eraguha-MD of TFU told Nile Post that the organisation currently has 384 active Fellows serving in rural schools, reaching more than 53,431 learners across districts including Bugiri, Namayingo, Mukono, and Kagadi.

"Beyond classroom teaching, Fellows are trained as leaders equipped to mobilize resources, solve systemic challenges, and advocate for equitable access to quality education," she said.

Graduated Fellows join TFU's growing Alumni network, continuing to drive education transformation across sectors.

Similar ceremonies are being held in Kagadi and Mukono as part of TFU's decentralized celebration approach.

Looking ahead, TFU plans to expand its Fellowship to secondary schools in 2026, with an emphasis on STEM education and empowering the girl child, supporting its vision of nurturing responsible, empathetic young leaders capable of shaping Uganda's future.

Bugiri District Education Officer Mastula Tbiwa praised the programme, noting that Fellows have been exemplary role models for children, teachers, and the community.

"The Fellows have had a very good impact, serving as role models for the children, community, and teachers," he said.

Teach For Uganda recruits, trains, and places outstanding university graduates in underserved schools for two-year fellowships, strengthening foundational learning and non-academic skills while promoting systemic change in Uganda's education sector.

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