Education Regulations 10th Amendment Approved, Implementation Underway

Key Points

• The 10th amendment to the Education Regulations requires deposits to open secondary and basic level schools.
• Local education committees and learning achievement testing committees will be formed to oversee school activities and student assessments.
• The regulations prohibit any activity that negatively affects students' physical or psychological well-being and forbid humiliating students for fee non-payment or appearance.
• Teacher transfer and appointment procedures are detailed, including eligibility criteria and vacancy reporting timelines.
• A pension provision for deceased teachers with less than seven years of service has been established to support their families.