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| General Education Minister and President Salva Kiir. |
President Salva Kiir Mayardiit has been briefed by the Ministry of General Education and Instruction on the latest Primary School Examination results an important step in assessing the progress of South Sudan’s education system.
The official release of the results is expected next week, but early insights shared during the briefing paint a mixed picture. On the one hand, there’s reason for optimism.
The Ministry reported improved performance in literacy and numeracy in areas like Central Equatoria, Western Bahr el Ghazal, and parts of Upper Nile.
These gains reflect recent efforts to strengthen the education sector and expand access to quality learning opportunities.
However, the challenges remain significant. Schools in remote or conflict-affected regions continue to face deep-rooted issues shortages of trained teachers, damaged infrastructure, limited resources, and inconsistent attendance due to displacement and insecurity.
These disparities are holding back progress in some communities, especially for girls and children with disabilities.
During the meeting, the Minister of Education outlined several initiatives designed to address these challenges. Highlights include:
- Nationwide teacher training programs
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- Curriculum reforms to match modern learning needs
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- School feeding programs in food-insecure zones
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- Increased attention to girl-child education
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- Digital learning expansion and school rehabilitation efforts
President Kiir expressed strong support for the Ministry’s direction, stating that investing in education is not just a policy choice it’s a national priority. He emphasized that “quality education lays the foundation for peace, prosperity, and empowerment of our youth.”
He also urged education leaders to ensure that no child is left behind, regardless of where they live.
The call for collaboration between government institutions, local communities, and development partners was loud and clear.
As the nation awaits the full release of the exam results, the spotlight is on how South Sudan will continue to navigate the path toward an inclusive, resilient education system.
What do you think about the state of education in your area? Are schools receiving enough support? Let’s continue the conversation in the comments below.
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