Catholic Church urged to help more as education costs in Africa rise

Across Africa, Catholic schools like the Uganda Martyrs School in Kampala, have long been a pillar of affordable but high-quality education, especially for poor families.

Their appeal remains strong even with competition from other non-governmental investors now eying schools as enterprises for profit.

The growing trend toward privatisation is sparking concern that the Catholic Church may price out the people who need uplifting.

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