Exam malpractice arrests in Greater Masaka — probe widens amid exam season concerns

Police arrest teachers and UNEB officials over PLE exam malpractice in Greater Masaka

Masaka, Uganda
Police in Greater Masaka region have arrested several teachers and officials allegedly involved in Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) malpractice. The arrests come as authorities intensify efforts to protect exam integrity amid recurring leaks and fraud cases that undermine public confidence in national testing. The Education ministry and national exam body (UNEB) are cooperating with investigators; affected schools face sanctions and possible re-examination for candidates. The arrests serve as a warning that the state will pursue those who compromise the credibility of national assessments.

Why it matters Exam credibility matters for social mobility — repeated malpractice corrodes trust in public education systems.