Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) has officially launched the outcomes of the Might well presumably additionally 2025 examination weight loss program, with more than 6,600 candidates sitting for hundreds of accounting abilities in some unspecified time in the future of the country.
The announcement became made at the present time at the Protea Resort by Marriott Kampala Skyz, Naguru, presided over by ICPAU President, CPA Josephine Okui Ossiya, and the Chairperson of the Public Accountants Examinations Board (PAEB), CPA Laura Aseru Orobia.
Ossiya congratulated the candidates for their resilience and commitment, whereas also acknowledging the bittersweet nature of the occasion because it marks her remaining examination free up earlier than handing over to original leadership later this month. She lauded the Council, examination teams, and all stakeholders for their dedication in declaring the integrity and high standards of the occupation.
A total of 6,628 candidates sat for the examinations in Might well presumably additionally, a miniature lower of 2.46% from December 2024. The CPA route attracted 6,428 candidates, whereas 122 candidates sat for the Certified Tax Consultant (CTA) checks, and 78 tried the Accounting Technicians Diploma (ATD).
The CPA route recorded an moderate trot fee of 36.9%, a marginal enchancment from December’s 35.6%. Level I saw the strongest efficiency with a forty eight.7% trot fee, whereas Level II, III, and IV registered 31.3%, 29.5%, and 43.9% respectively. Female candidates constituted 57% of all CPA scripts, persevering with the trend of solid female participation. Among the many CPA finalists, Ninety nine college students done the route, bringing the cumulative series of graduates to 5,341.
For the CTA program, candidates done notably properly with an moderate trot fee of 57.1%, up from forty eight.5% in December 2024. The standout enchancment became in the Tax Compliance & Ethics paper, which soared from a 16.7% trot fee to 75.9%. Six college students successfully done the CTA program, rising the cumulative series of graduates to 106.
Meanwhile, the ATD route registered a dip in efficiency with an moderate trot fee of 41.2%, down from 51% in December. The finest performing papers included Industry Communication and Industry Mathematics & Statistics, both reaching 100% trot charges. On the other hand, the Principles of Designate & Administration Accounting paper saw a exciting decline to 17.2% from 40%. Ten college students done the ATD program, pushing the total series of graduates to 1,882.
Highlighting the importance of pupil engagement, PAEB Chairperson Orobia emphasised the Board's ongoing initiatives corresponding to digital pupil engagements and pre-examination briefing courses.
Despite these efforts, most efficient 44% of registered candidates attended the engagements, a determine the Board hopes to reinforce.
One day of the ceremony, Ossiya also announced key upcoming events including the 13th CPA Economic Forum scheduled for July 9-11, 2025, at Imperial Resort Sea accelerate Resort in Entebbe, below the theme “Sustainable Economic Affirm: Reworking On the present time, Thriving Tomorrow.”
Furthermore, the 2025 Accountancy Service Awards are assign for October 3, whereas the 15th Monetary Reporting (FiRe) Awards will highlight sustainability practices in dangerous global cases.
Every ICPAU leaders extended their appreciation to examiners, invigilators, markers, and repair suppliers who ensured the examinations’ a success administration. Candidates who dangle done their experiences were entreated to proceed with Perfect Experience Practicing (PET) and complete membership registration to attain pudgy CPA assign of dwelling.
“Completing the route is no longer the kill; it’s the initiating of your depart as a member of the occupation,” Orobia said.
