The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) will brief the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Hon. Janet Kataaha Museveni, on the release of the 2024 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE 2024) results tomorrow, Tuesday, 21st January 2025. The briefing is scheduled to take place at State House Nakasero at 2:30 PM.
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When will UNEB release the PLE 2024 results?
According to an official statement by the Ministry of Education and Sports via their social media platform, the exact date for the public release of the results will be confirmed after the briefing. This comes as thousands of candidates and their parents eagerly await the official announcement to access their examination results.
What to Expect from the PLE 2024 Briefing
During the meeting, UNEB is expected to present a comprehensive analysis of the 2024 PLE performance, highlighting key statistics such as performance trends, gender comparisons, regional disparities, and any challenges encountered during the examination process. The report will also shed light on areas of improvement and policy recommendations to enhance the quality of primary education in Uganda.
How to Check PLE 2024 Results
Once officially released, candidates will be able to check their results via the following methods:
- SMS Service: Students can send their index number to the UNEB shortcode 6600 to receive instant results.
- UNEB Online Portal: The official UNEB website will provide access to the full results once they are published.
- School Distribution: Hard copies of the results will be sent to respective schools for candidates to collect.
Implications for Secondary School Admissions
The release of PLE results marks a critical milestone in Uganda’s education calendar, as it paves the way for the selection and placement of students into secondary schools under the Universal Secondary Education (USE) program. Schools will soon begin the admission process based on the grading system set by UNEB.
Key Highlights from Previous PLE 2024 Results
In previous years, UNEB reported improvements in literacy and numeracy levels, though challenges such as examination malpractices and regional disparities remained a concern. Authorities have assured the public of a transparent and credible process for the 2024 results.
Government’s Commitment to Education
The government of Uganda continues to invest in the education sector by implementing various reforms aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of education nationwide. The release of the PLE results is expected to reflect the impact of these efforts.
Stay tuned for further updates as the Ministry of Education and Sports provides an official release date following the briefing.
