Examination Malpractice in Greater Masaka leaves teachers in custody
The Uganda Police in the Greater Masaka Region have recorded multiple incidents of examination malpractice during Primary Leaving Examination (PLE2025) held on November 3rd, 2025.
In Masaka District, eight teachers were arrested at St. Kizito Butenzi Primary School for writing answers and coaching candidates in Social Studies. The suspects include Ngobya Jackson, Kavuma Ashiraf, Juuko Misaaki, Kyusa Ronald, Mubiru Isma, Ssempijja Michael, Turyasingura Adam and Waiswa Sharif.
In Rakai District, Katende Noah was detained at St. Raphael Mbuye Primary School for impersonation after falsely claiming to be a UNEB scout.
In Masaka City’s Kimanya–Kabonera Division, Mr. Asiimwe Robert is on the run after trying to bribe a UNEB monitor to influence the exam process.
Meanwhile, in Kyotera District, six UNEB officials were arrested at Kyotera Central Primary School. The suspects—Mulindwa Sulait, Nansango Sylvia, Nasamula Annet, Ssekitoleko Gonzaga, Nakityo Harriet, and Lubega John—were caught with a small paper containing answers during a surprise inspection. They are currently in police custody as investigations continue.
The Uganda Police, working with UNEB, reaffirm their commitment to maintaining the integrity of national examinations. They warn all stakeholders against engaging in acts that threaten the credibility of the exam process.
According to SP Kasirye Twaaha, Police Public Relations Officer for Greater Masaka Region confirmed the occurrences and revealed that police is following up on the same.
