In Uganda, primary schools will start teaching students about corruption, as declared by the government. This initiative aims to raise awareness about corruption from an early age and foster a culture of integrity and accountability among youth.
Mr Nicholas Abola, the DEI’s Commissioner for Communication and Information, emphasized the importance of shaping young minds to resist corrupt practices.
He explained that the DEI has collaborated with the Ministry of Education to integrate the changes into the curriculum for both primary and secondary education levels.
“Our focus is on nurturing the character of our youth, steering them away from the temptations of corruption,” he stated.
Sania Nagaddya, an educator, acknowledged that while formal lessons on corruption have yet to be introduced, schools have successfully woven related topics into their programs.
“The establishment of patriotic clubs has been instrumental in instilling values of ethics and integrity among students, paving the way for a more conscientious future generation,” she remarked.
The curriculum is intended to educate students about various forms of corruption and the significance of integrity in everyday life, according to specifics.
Uganda hopes to establish a precedent in the fight against corruption and cultivate a culture of honesty and openness that will resonate with future generations with this progressive step.
