Document Type: Newsletter
Issued By: UNATU
Date of Issue: 1st of March, 2026
Summary:
Summary for "Covered in this month's issue":
The February 2026 issue of The UNATU Connect, the official newsletter of the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU), highlights key activities, updates, and messages for its members.
Key Highlights:
- Collaboration with Swedish Teachers’ Union: A delegation from the Swedish Teachers’ Union visited Uganda to strengthen ties with UNATU. The visit included high-level meetings, technical exchanges, field visits, and discussions on union governance, membership development, collective bargaining, and education systems. The newsletter compares Uganda and Sweden’s education systems, highlighting similarities like universal education and teacher roles, as well as differences in funding, welfare, class sizes, and technology use.
- Message from the General Secretary: Baguma Filbert Bates reassures members about UNATU’s commitment to addressing salary disparities and advocating for equity and fairness in teacher remuneration. He emphasizes the importance of unity and structured dialogue in resolving challenges and improving teacher welfare.
- Message from the National Chairperson: Zadock Tumuhimbise addresses the mental health challenges faced by teachers due to stress, burnout, and salary uncertainties. He emphasizes the importance of solidarity, mental health awareness, and psychosocial support systems for teachers.
- Pictorial Highlights: The newsletter includes photos of the Swedish Teachers’ Union delegation’s visit to Uganda, showcasing their engagements with UNATU and cultural exchanges.
- Meet the Member: Profiles of two UNATU members
This resource is provided for informational and reference purposes for UNATU members and the teaching fraternity.
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