The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) will release the 2024 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results on Thursday, 23 January 2025. Whether you are a candidate, parent, teacher, or an education enthusiast, KAWA has you covered with a quick, phone-friendly guide to getting results the moment they go live.
1. Fastest Way: SMS to 6600
- Open your messages app.
- Type
PLE
— add one space — then enter the full index number (including the slash).- Example:
PLE 003301/368
- Example:
- Send the text to 6600 (works on MTN, Airtel, Lyca, and all other Ugandan networks).
- Wait a few seconds. An automated reply will display the candidate’s individual subject grades and aggregate.
Standard SMS charges apply; keep at least UGX 500 airtime to ensure delivery.
2. Online Options
While UNEB’s main portal link remains under maintenance, results will still be accessible in three convenient ways:
Platform | Access Details | Open Time |
---|---|---|
UNEB Official Stream | Facebook & X (Twitter) live broadcast | 11:00 a.m. EAT, 23 Jan 2025 |
MoES Social Media | Ministry of Education & Sports Facebook/X pages | Simulcast with UNEB |
School Portals | Registered headteachers log in with the usual credentials | From 1:00 p.m. EAT |
Heads-up for Schools: Printed result slips can be collected from your District/City/Municipal Inspector of Schools office later the same week.
3. Why These Results Matter
- Improved performance: UNEB reports an overall uptick in pass rates compared with 2023.
- More candidates: 798,771 pupils registered (a 6.6 % rise from 2023’s 749,254).
- Equity in action: Girls made up 50.4 % of this cohort, reflecting steady progress toward gender parity in Ugandan basic education.
4. Quick Troubleshooting
Issue | Likely Cause | Fix |
---|---|---|
No SMS reply after 2 minutes | Low airtime / network glitch | Check balance, resend, or switch off/on and retry |
“Invalid Index Number” error | Missing space or wrong format | Re-type exactly: PLE <index_number> |
Portal login fails (schools) | Heavy traffic | Wait 15 minutes or try after 3:00 p.m. |
5. Share the Excitement
- Tag @KAWAUganda on X and Facebook with your success photos.
- Use the hashtag #PLE2024 so the whole country can celebrate with you.
- Remember to congratulate teachers and parents—they’re part of every victory story!
From the KAWA Team
At KAWA Uganda we champion equitable, tech-powered learning across the country. Accurate, timely access to examination results empowers families to plan the next academic steps with confidence. Bookmark this guide, spread the word, and join us in applauding the Class of 2024!
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