Amuru District recorded the worst performance in last year’s Primary Leaving Examinations in Acholi sub-region because students are hungry. This was revealed by district Inspector of Schools Richard Irwenyo. He said pupils walk distances of up 7 kilometers and yet study on empty stomachs. In a bid to address the issue of hunger in schools, World Food Programme (WFP) in conjunction with the Ministry of Education have launched a strategy to feed school-going children in Amuru district. WFP Country Director Stanlake Samkange said that ensuring that parents send children to school with packed lunch is a cornerstone of this campaign.