By Shiba Nakakande
The state Minister of Education and Sports Mrs. Janet Museveni announced Dr. Kedrace Turyagyenda’s appointment as the new Permanent Secretary ( PS) of the Ministry of Education and Sports on 23 September , 2024 .
The President of the Republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni reshuffled the permeant secretaries and during this period Ketty Lamaro the former PS was laid off last month .
In her message while welcoming Dr. Turyagyenda, Mrs. Museveni expressed her gratitude towards the work done by the ministry amidst the recent circumstances of Red eyes, Monkey pox and she believes in their ability to provide a conducive learning environment for students .
“ I congratulate Dr. Kedrace Turyagyenda on her appointment as a new Permanent Secretary for Ministry Of Education .
The progress in AFCON preparations is praise worthy . I am optimistic about the swift Conclusion of the sports Bill amendment process and the necessary sub-sector forms . ” noted Mrs. . Museveni .
Mrs. Museveni also extended her appreciation to wards Dr. Jane Egou Okou the under Secretary who was serving in the acting position for her contribution and trusts her collaborative efforts with Dr. Turyagyenda .
Who is Dr. Kedrace Turyagyenda .
Dr. Kedrace Turyagyenda is a senior in educationalist ,holds a Doctorate in Education Management from Nkumba University , a Diploma in Education at Makerere University and a Masters of Science Degree from Leicester University in U.K .
She has ben part of a number of Education bodies and published education research papers , presented to various international conferences .
She is the Director of Education Standards in the Ministry of Education and sports, served as the commissioner of standard secondary Education .
She is also a member , Education Review Policy .