Tag: Education Ministry
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Namibia Warns Against Tuition Hikes as Free Tertiary Education Subsidies Continue
Namibia’s Free Tertiary Education Push Faces Scrutiny Namibia is in a delicate balancing act as the government supports free tertiary education for thousands of students while education authorities push back against tuition fee increases. Education Minister Sanet Steenkamp recently underscored that higher education institutions must align with the government’s subsidy framework. With 134,000 students benefiting…
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2026 School Reopening Dates and Academic Calendar Set by Education Ministry
What the 2026 Academic Calendar Covers The Education Ministry has officially released the 2026 academic calendar, outlining all term dates, holidays, and important milestones for Basic Education Institutions and Diploma Teachers Training Colleges (DTTCs). This calendar is designed to help schools, parents, and students plan for a smooth year, from opening days to final examinations.…
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2026 School Reopening Dates and Academic Calendar Released by Education Ministry
Overview of the 2026 Academic Calendar The Ministry of Education has officially published the 2026 academic calendar, outlining critical term dates for Basic Education Institutions and Diploma Teachers Training Colleges (DTTCs). This calendar serves as the official guide for students, parents, teachers, and school administrators, helping families plan around reopening days, term breaks, exams, and…
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Malaysia Education Ministry Drops School Tie Requirement from Next Year
Policy Shift: No More School Ties for Students The Education Ministry of Malaysia has announced that students will no longer be required to wear ties to school from the coming academic year. The decision, communicated through a circular dated December 17, was reported by BuletinTV3 and marks a notable change in the country’s school uniform…
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Kenya Opens KJSEA Placement Revision Portal Amid Deadline Extension
Introduction: A Fresh Chance for KJSEA Placements The Kenyan Ministry of Education has announced the reopening of the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) placement revision portal. From December 23, parents and learners will be able to make amendments to the initial placement results, providing a crucial opportunity to ensure that assignments reflect each student’s…
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January School Placement Scramble Looms as Ministry Warns of Pressure
Overview: A mounting January challenge The education ministry has issued a stark warning that January will bring significant pressure on school placements. With infrastructure shortages and a steady rise in national pupil enrolments, many districts are bracing for a busy start to the new academic year. Officials say the bottlenecks are not new, but the…
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Nigerian Education Ministry Denies Nationwide School Closures Over Terror Attacks
Clarifying the Misinformation The Federal Ministry of Education in Nigeria has publicly dismissed a circulating message claiming that all schools across the country were ordered to shut from 24 November 2025 due to terror attacks. In a statement issued on 22 November 2025, the ministry labeled the message as false, highlighting the dangers of misinformation…
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Nigerian Education Ministry Denies Nationwide School Shutdown Over Terror Attacks
Clarifying a Viral Claim In the wake of escalating security concerns tied to terror attacks, a rumor claiming that all Nigerian schools would shut down beginning 24 November 2025 has circulated on social media. The Federal Ministry of Education released an official statement on 22 November 2025 to debunk the claim, emphasizing that there is…
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Impact of Teacher Boycotts on Schools in Romania
Overview of the Situation In recent weeks, the education sector in Romania has been under scrutiny due to actions taken by teachers. Protests and boycotts have raised concerns among parents and students alike. However, a recent announcement from the Ministry of Education provides clarity on the situation. Current Status of Schools According to the Ministry…