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Under the new arrangement, the HESFB's functions will now be managed directly by the Ministry through the Secretariat for the Higher Education Students Financing Board
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The Ministry of Education and Sports has officially assumed the responsibilities of the Higher Education Students Financing Board (HESFB), a move aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency in Uganda's education sector. The handover ceremony was overseen by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, who was represented by the Under Secretary, Dr. Jane Egau Okou. Under the new arrangement, the HESFB's functions will now be managed directly by the Ministry through the Secretariat for the Higher Education Students Financing Board to ensure continuity and effective service delivery.
The HESFB, established under the Act of Parliament No. 2 of 2014, has been instrumental in enabling Ugandans to access higher education by providing financial assistance to eligible students.
This transition marks a significant step in improving the administration of educational financing and underscores the Ministry’s commitment to advancing the education sector in Uganda. The Ministry reassured stakeholders that the changes will not disrupt the Board’s operations or its support for students.
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