NEWS

Gulu City, 24th September 2024 – The Stakeholders’ Meeting organised by UNATU took place at Kakanyero Hotel, Gulu City, bringing together Human Resource Officers from the Acholi Sub-Region and key representatives from the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU). Attendees included the General Secretary, the National Vice Treasurer, the Northern Regional Chairperson, branch chairpersons, regional coordinator, and branch administrative assistants. The discussions focused on addressing challenges faced by teachers, enhancing communication, and strengthening partnerships to improve teacher welfare.

On 23rd September 2024, youth teachers from the Northern Region gathered at Kakanyero Hotel, Gulu City, for a workshop aimed at fostering leadership, union engagement, and professional development. The event attracted 120 youth representatives from various districts within the Acholi sub-region. Key speakers included UNATU General Secretary Baguma Filbert Bates, National Vice Treasurer Aber Betty, Northern Regional Chairperson Okidi Francis, various Branch Chairpersons, and Regional Coordinator Thociba Patricia.

Kampala, 6th September 2024 — Day two of the UNATU Staff Workshop continued with engaging sessions aimed at improving data management practices and supporting staff in managing work-life balance. Held at Teachers’ House, the workshop saw the participation of 41 regional, secretariat, and project staff members.

Kampala, 5th September 2024 — Day one of the UNATU Staff Workshop commenced at Teachers’ House, led by the Gender Officer Aja Joan, who served as the MCee. The workshop attracted regional, secretariat, and project staff members making a total of 41 participants. The workshop aims to enhance collaboration and address operational challenges across the union.

On 2nd September 2024, a UNATU Branch Staff Workshop was held at Grand Global Hotel, Kampala. The workshop brought together key personnel, including the General Secretary, the Human Resource Officer, the Vice Regional Chairperson, the Regional Coordinator for Central Region, and Branch Chairpersons along with their office administrators from across the Central Region.

HOIMA, 24th August, 2024 — The Bunyoro Sub-Region Youth Training Meeting, organized by the Uganda National Teachers Union (UNATU), took place at Kolping Hotel, Hoima, bringing together 53 youth teachers from across the sub-region. This event aimed to foster leadership potential, collaboration, and unity among young educators. The meeting featured notable attendees, including the Regional Chairperson Western, the Regional Secretary for Planning and Organising, the General Secretary of UNATU, the Branch Chairpersons, the Regional Administrator Western, and a guest youth speaker from Kyenjojo District.

The Western Sub-Regional Stakeholders Meeting, organized by the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU), took place on 23rd August 2024 at Kolping Hotel in Hoima City. The meeting brought together 7 Human Resource Officers (HROs) from districts within the sub-region, 7 Branch Chairpersons, the General Secretary of UNATU, the Regional chairperson Western, the Regional Administrator for Bunyoro Sub-Region, and the Regional Secretary for Planning and Organizing. This annual meeting serves as a strategic platform for discussing and resolving issues related to the welfare and management of teachers in the region.

On 22nd August 2024, Western Region stakeholders convened at Fort View Hotel, Fortportal City, for a critical meeting that brought together key players in the education sector. The event attracted 13 Human Resource Officers (HROs) from all districts within the Western Region, 14 UNATU Branch Chairpersons from Western Region, and high-level representatives from UNATU, including the General Secretary, the Regional Chairperson, the Vice Regional Chairperson, the Simameni Project Officer Western, and the Regional Coordinator.

Fort Portal, Western Region, 21st August 2024 – The Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) hosted an impactful meeting that brought together 132 youth teachers from all districts of the Western Region. The gathering aimed to empower and engage the future teacher leaders.

Mbarara City, 20th August 2024 – The Human Resource Stakeholders’ meeting, held at the Social Catholic Center in Mbarara City, gathered key figures to address pressing issues affecting teachers in the South Western Region. The discussions, spearheaded by Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) leaders and Human Resource Officers (HROs), centered on enhancing teacher welfare, bridging communication gaps, and strengthening strategic partnerships.