Uganda, March 4 -- The liberalisation of the economy, including the education sector, over three decades ago saw many sectors thrive but some lose out.

There was a time when teaching, business and technical colleges were centres of excellence and not only seen as an alternative to failing to join Makerere University.

When the government liberalised education, private players invested their money in kindergarten, primary, secondary and tertiary education.

Teaching, business and technical colleges were left in the hands of the government. Many folded or saw their numbers dwindle and the final blow was the closure of primary and national teachers' colleges.

At this rate, the next victim could be technical colleges if the government doesn...