Kenya is moving forward with a new education system that will award students both academic and skills-based certificates. This development has prompted renewed calls in Uganda for the revival of their own stalled dual certification program. Ugandan teachers, parents, and education officials are urging the Ministry of Education and Sports to reinstate the initiative, which was previously suspended. Parents initially supported the program and have voiced their disappointment at its halt. The Kenyan model highlights a potential benefit of equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The situation underscores a growing debate about the best approach to preparing students for the workforce in East Africa. The Independent Uganda reports on the increasing pressure to address this educational gap.