Politics 7 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Government Moves to Equalize Arts and Science Teachers' Salaries Following Museveni Order
Uganda's government plans to standardize pay for Arts and Science teachers from the 2026/2027 financial year, responding to protests over long-standing disparities. The initiative stems from a presidential directive to allocate funds in the upcoming national budget. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/museveni-directive-to-address-teachers-pay-protests-takes-shape--5415248
The Ugandan government has unveiled a salary equalization plan for Arts and Science teachers, set to begin in the 2026/2027 financial year. This step addresses ongoing protests sparked by pay differences in the teaching sector.
State Minister of Finance Henry Musasizi announced the move during a fundraising event in Rubanda District on April 6, 2026. He stated that President Museveni directed the Finance Ministry to secure necessary funds and integrate them into the next budget, resolving the disparities that have fueled teacher unrest.
“Teachers have been protesting these salary gaps, and the issue will be fixed starting July with the President’s instructions to find the funds,” Musasizi explained.
While exact salary figures remain undisclosed, the reform aims to ensure uniform pay across the profession. Leaders from the Uganda Professional Humanities Teachers’ Union (UPHTU) confirmed they were briefed but await detailed figures from the Ministry of Public Service.
UPHTU President Teopista Akello noted a March 10 meeting with Museveni and officials where the matter was raised. She added that planned industrial action by humanities teachers is on hold, pending final salary details.
Uganda National Teachers’ Union Secretary General Filbert Baguma referenced a prior phased 25% annual increment proposal over four years but emphasized the President’s authority to adjust it. He highlighted how disparities since 2022 have demoralized Arts teachers, impacting education quality.
Unions and teachers anticipate the changes in the 2026/27 budget, seeking clear implementation timelines.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)