Uganda, April 27 -- The government, through the Ministry of Education and Sports is expected to officially launch the long awaited Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) policy this week at Nakivubo Blue Primary School in Kampala, under the theme, Strong Beginnings, Bright Futures. The objectives of the ECCD policy include increasing equitable access to quality, inclusive as well as sustainable services. The policy is also expected to strengthen structures and systems for effective standardization and management of delivery services.

The Commissioner Policy, Education and Research at the Ministry of Education Mr Brighton Barugahare says the first ever stand alone policy will address the concerns of children aged between 0 to 6 ye...