Kazo district successfully concluded the 2026 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations, with no major incidents or complaints reported during the examination period.

The examinations, organised by the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), commenced with candidates’ briefing on Thursday, October 8, 2026, followed by the first papers on Monday, October 12 and concluded on November 3, 2026.

According to the Kazo District Education Department, a total of 1,510 candidates registered for the examinations, of whom 1,507 sat for the papers, while three candidates failed to turn up.

The examinations were conducted at 15 centres across the district, comprising six government secondary schools and nine private secondary schools.

The Senior Inspector of Schools in Kazo district, Mackline Bamwine, said the examinations were conducted smoothly across all centres following adequate preparations and coordination among education officials, head teachers, examination supervisors, security personnel and other stakeholders.

Bamwine thanked parents for supporting their children throughout the examination period and urged them to continue providing guidance, protection and care during the long holiday as the candidates wait for their results.

The District Education Officer, Mwiine Lamech Mirembe, also commended the district leadership and other stakeholders for their support in ensuring the successful administration of the examinations.

Mirembe expressed optimism that the candidates would perform well, following the successful completion of the examinations.

Meanwhile, the Kazo District Chief Administrative Officer, Hajji Badru Mayanja Majwala, cautioned parents against forcing their children into early marriages, particularly during the long holiday.

He urged candidates to remain vigilant, protect their lives and avoid engaging in activities that could expose them to danger while at home.

Majwala further encouraged parents to spend quality time with their children, provide proper guidance and involve them in productive household activities as they wait to join the next level of education.