A crucial registration drive targeting children aged one day to 16 years in Kasese district is facing significant setbacks due to low parental participation. The initiative, led by the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) alongside the Education Management Information System (EMIS), aims to gather vital data to improve government planning and service delivery.
However, local authorities report a disappointing response from parents, threatening the success of the program. Tobia Kyomuhendo, the Principal Education Officer for Kasese Municipality, expressed concern over the slow progress as many parents have failed to visit schools and complete the necessary paperwork, creating a data vacuum that hampers effective planning and resource allocation.
Masereka Benon Dan, from Kamaiba Primary School, noted that inadequate sensitization about the importance of the registration has limited parental engagement. Elias Kabega, Headteacher of Kasese Muslim Primary School, noted that many parents have not prioritized the registration process due to a lack of awareness or time.
In response, local leaders have launched community mobilization efforts, urging parents to participate for the long-term benefit of their children.
Baluku Balam, the LC III Chairman of Central Division, emphasized that participation would help ensure that the government has accurate data for planning better services.
Kayiri Zedekia Kambasu, Deputy Town Clerk of Kasese Municipality, reminded parents that completing the registration now would simplify the process of obtaining National ID cards for their children once they reach adulthood-URN. Give us feedback on this story through our email: kamwokyatimes@gmail.com
