Thirty girls, students with disabilities, assured of A level support from KCB Bank Uganda

What the report says

KCB Bank Uganda, through its KCB Foundation, has launched the KCB Scholars Programme to help 56 financially vulnerable students continue to A-Level at eight government secondary schools across Uganda. The initiative was launched in Kampala and is aimed at learners moving from O-Level to A-Level, a stage where many students drop out because of limited family resources.

According to The Independent Uganda, the first cohort includes 30 girls and 26 boys, with eight students with disabilities among the beneficiaries. Most of the scholars are studying science combinations, while the rest are taking arts. The selected schools include institutions in Kampala, Jinja, Mbale, Mbarara and other districts, reflecting a nationwide reach.

The programme was launched with support from government and education stakeholders, including the Ministry of Education and Sports. Permanent Secretary Dr Kedrace Turyagyenda said the effort supports national goals of keeping learners in school through completion, while KCB leaders described it as an investment in human capital and social inclusion.

Beyond school fees, the package also covers uniforms, scholastic materials, stipends, mentoring and life-skills coaching. The bank said some beneficiaries may later be considered for partial undergraduate scholarships, making the scheme part of its wider education support work in Uganda.