The Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb) has cautioned senior six candidates and schools in Kagadi District against engaging in examination malpractice ahead of the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams, set to begin Monday, November 11.
Officials say violations could lead to result cancellations, withheld examination centers, and legal prosecution.
Uneb Supervisor Ramadan Nyondo Barongo issued the warning while briefing 277 S.6 candidates at Kagadi Secondary School, part of over 1,000 students sitting final exams across nine centers in the district.
“I want to warn students, headteachers, and teachers not to risk taking part in examination malpractice. This can lead to cancellation of results and prosecution in the courts of law. For those with examination centers, they can be withheld,” he said.
Barongo encouraged candidates to use the remaining time to finalise their preparations and reminded them that exams are designed to assess knowledge, not to fail students.
“We have all done exams before, from primary up to S6.
The only difference is that it’s Uneb, but these papers are meant to prepare you for the next level in the education cycle. So take heart, enter the exams, and provide the correct answers,” he said.
He also urged parents to provide full support to their children, ensuring a conducive environment for study, proper nutrition, and prayers.
“For day scholars, parents must ensure conditions that allow your child to focus. Exams are stressful; without support, students can even fall sick and miss exams, which affects their future,” he added.
Despite the caution, S.6 candidates from schools including Kagadi Secondary School, Kagadi Peoples Secondary School, Kagadi Academy Secondary School, and Bunyoro College Secondary expressed confidence in their performance, citing early preparations through revision, seminars, and guidance from teachers and examiners.
