Uganda, April 25 -- Experts have advised parents on how to protect the girl-child from unwanted pregnancies and sexual harassment during the three-week holiday.

Dr Joyce Moriku Kaducu, the junior Primary Education minister, yesterday tasked parents and guardians to keep a watchful eye over their children. She said children tend to gravitate towards sexual activities that result in teenage pregnancies during holidays.

Dr Kaducu also tasked the responsible authorities to ensure that the boys are equally counselled on matters concerning reproductive health and abstinence.

She asked the parents and guardians to nurture their children in a holistic manner, uphold Christian values, cultural norms, moral and social etiquette.

The junior Prim...