KAMPALA: The Chief Magistrate’s Court at Mengo has remanded nine teachers accused of involvement in examination malpractice related to the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE).
The case, presided over by Chief Magistrate His Worship Adams Byarugaba, heard that the accused persons, all teachers from various schools, allegedly formed a WhatsApp group on November 3rd and 4th, 2025, through which they shared unauthorized examination materials purported to be PLE papers.
According to the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) Act, CAP 259, Section 25, possession of any unauthorized examination material or information constitutes an offence whether or not the content in question is genuine.
Out of eleven suspects, nine were apprehended from Nateete, while two others remain at large. Three of the accused pleaded guilty and were remanded until November 25, 2025, for sentencing. The remaining six pleaded not guilty and were also remanded pending their bail hearing on the same date.
If convicted, the suspects face a maximum penalty of a fine not exceeding one thousand currency points (UGX 20 million) or imprisonment for up to five years, or both.
Speaking about the incident, Jennifer Kalule-Musamba, the Principal Public Relations Officer at UNEB, emphasized the Board’s commitment to upholding the integrity of national examinations.
“UNEB strongly condemns any form of examination malpractice. Such actions not only undermine the credibility of our education system but also rob hardworking learners of the fairness they deserve,” said Ms. Kalule-Musamba. “We continue to work closely with security agencies to ensure that all those involved are brought to book.”
UNEB has reiterated its appeal to teachers, parents, and candidates to desist from any acts that compromise examination integrity, warning that the law will take its full course against offenders.
