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State Minister for Higher Education, John Chrysestom Muyingo, was presented with the 2023 final semester UNMEB examination results by chairperson John Wakida and Executive Secretary Helen Mukakarisa Kataratambi at the Office of the President in Kampala. The revelation signifies a significant milestone for the healthcare sector and the nation as a whole.
A substantial cohort of 3,958 out of 4,255 registered nurses and midwives who underwent the 2023 final exams have been granted approval to commence their roles within hospitals. Among these healthcare professionals, 2,910 are females, accounting for 68.4 percent, while 1,345 are males, constituting 31.6 percent of the total number.
The examination breakdown reveals that 2,808 candidates, amounting to 66.9 percent, underwent assessments in certificate programs, whereas 1,447 candidates, representing 34 percent, participated in diploma programs.
The release of the 2023 Uganda Nurses and Midwives Exams results occurred in Kampala, emphasizing the significance of these professionals in the healthcare landscape. In her remarks, Ms. Janet Museveni, whose speech was conveyed by Dr. John Chrysostom Muyingo, acknowledged the commendable achievement, highlighting a pass rate of 90.7 percent among the candidates.
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Ms. Hellen Mukakarisa, the Executive Secretary of the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Examination Board (UNMEB), disclosed that 27 certificate program candidates were absent from the final examinations, with a further 231 candidates receiving ungraded results. Similarly, 32 diploma candidates were ungraded, representing 2.2 percent, while seven diploma candidates opted out of the examinations.
Analyzing the performance trends, Ms. Mukakarisa attributed the decline in certificate program performance from the previous year to neglect of crucial subject matter. She pointed out that inadequate attention to concepts such as reproductive health, gynaecology, and guidance, essential to midwifery practices, contributed to the lower success rates.
However, she noted a positive shift in diploma program performance, with an increase of 8.9 percent compared to the previous year.
Addressing concerns over admission standards in healthcare training institutions, Ms. Museveni highlighted the ministry’s efforts to establish guidelines for admissions. These guidelines aim to ensure consistency, reliability, and adherence to standards across all institutions nationwide.
Echoing this sentiment, Mr. Muyingo issued a stern warning against institutions that engage in over-enrollment or admit unqualified students, signaling potential closure for non-compliance.
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