By Mariam Kigongo
Online learning in Uganda is strongly increasing mainly in colleges and Universities. Countries in Africa believe that the future now of higher education lies with online learning. Colleges and university students find themselves with other obligations beyond getting a degree. These include jobs and family commitments which make equal demands on their time while also having the option of taking classes online and studying on their own time is critically important. At the same time in Uganda, many institutions are unable to accommodate all those who want to take classes on campus while also being flexible with their own responsibilities, escalating the demand for online learning.
Hellen the business growth manager of everjobs Uganda says, “I love online education mainly because I get to balance my career life, time with my son and school. It is flexible and course work is always delivered on time. My only challenge was finding fast internet in Uganda. However we are slowly picking up on internet and more people are getting involved with online education.
