GPE grant of US$100 million helps Uganda strengthen its education system

GPE media coverage - September 26, 2017 | Source: New Vision

Students of Kabembe Primary School, Uganda. Credit: GPE/Chantal Rigaud

While at UNGA with President Museveni, First Lady and Minister of education Janet Museveni held a meeting with GPE Chair Julian Gillard to express appreciation for the support Uganda is receiving towards strengthening the country's education system. They discussed the US$100 million GPE grant awarded to Uganda 3 years ago and the possibility to expand the partnership beyond this grant.

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Focus areas: Governance

Regions and countries: Sub-Saharan Africa: Uganda

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