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Moroccan educators shine at national teaching excellence awards

The sixth annual Teacher of the Year Awards ceremony took place at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Benguerir, celebrating outstanding educators across Morocco. Minister of National Education Mohamed Saad Berrada presided over the event, which recognized teachers in three key categories: public......

Fez private university to honor 2024 graduates with excellence awards and inspiring ceremony

The Private University of Fez (UPF) is set to host its prestigious Graduation and Excellence Awards Ceremony for the Class of 2024 on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. The event will take place in the conference hall of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University in Fez, bringing together prominent figures......

Morocco's educators plan mass demonstration amid stalled reforms

Teachers across Morocco will gather for a major protest on February 1 outside Rabat's Ministry of National Education, as tensions escalate over what unions describe as unfulfilled government commitments. The upcoming demonstration stems from mounting frustration over several key issues, including......

Marrakech Book Festival shines spotlight on Morocco’s rising English-language writers

The Marrakech English Book Festival recently celebrated the vibrant and growing community of Moroccan writers crafting stories in English, with the Costa Goldex Morocco 2024 Awards honoring both established and emerging talents. The event underscored the increasing influence of English literature in......

African School of Governance charts new path for public policy education in Rwanda

A groundbreaking educational institution aimed at transforming public policy across Africa has opened its doors in Kigali, Rwanda. The African School of Governance (ASG) has begun recruiting students for its inaugural 2025-2026 academic year, marking a significant step forward in developing the continent's......

Morocco's literacy campaign struggles despite $300 million investment

Despite investing nearly 3 billion Moroccan dirhams (MAD) in literacy programs, Morocco continues to face significant challenges in reducing illiteracy rates, with 27.9% of the population over 15 still unable to read or write, according to recent government findings. During a parliamentary session on......

Spanish Universities Welcome Over 11,000 Moroccan Students in Academic Year 2022-2023

Spanish higher education institutions have experienced a notable influx of Moroccan students, with current enrollment reaching 11,244 students, according to recent statistics from the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities. This figure comprises 7,263 students admitted through standard processes......

Morocco's "Pioneer Schools" Initiative Sets Global Benchmark in Education Quality

Morocco has emerged as a trailblazer in global education reform, according to the "Pioneer Schools" impact index. Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports, Mohamed Saad Berrada, announced on Monday that this innovative project has significantly enhanced the quality of education......

Moroccan Educator Wins Global Recognition for Theater-Based Math Teaching

A groundbreaking approach to mathematics education has earned Moroccan teacher Messaoud Ariba international acclaim at the 2024 Global Teacher Awards in New Delhi. Ariba, who teaches at Ibnou Aachir School in Taroudant, emerged as the sole winner from the Arab world and North Africa in this prestigious......

Morocco Spearheads Digital Education Push Across Arab Nations

The Moroccan government has launched a significant initiative calling for the strategic integration of artificial intelligence in educational systems across Arab countries. During the 14th Conference of Arab Ministers of Education in Doha, Morocco presented a compelling vision for enhancing educational......

Syrian Education Ministry Suspends Controversial Curriculum Changes Amid Public Backlash

Syria's interim government has halted planned modifications to the national school curriculum following significant public criticism over proposed changes to religious content and historical references. The education ministry announced Wednesday it would pause its intended amendments, which had......

Morocco Expands Student Housing: Private Sector Partnerships Bring 12,000 New University Beds

The Moroccan government has taken significant steps to address student accommodation needs through a series of strategic partnerships with private investors. Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation Minister Azzedine El Midaoui announced on Tuesday at the House of Counselors that 18 partnership......

The Beginning of Rajab in 1446 AH: A New Islamic Month

On Thursday, January 2, 2025, the first day of Rajab in the Islamic year 1446 will begin. According to an official statement, the crescent moon marking the start of Rajab was not observed on the evening of Tuesday, December 31, 2024. The Ministry of Religious Affairs confirmed that it had contacted......