The Moula department in Chad's Moyen-Chari province has kicked off its 2026-2027 school year with a focus on promoting education, particularly for girls. The official opening ceremony took place on September 24, attended by administrative, educational, and traditional authorities. The event aimed to remind stakeholders of their roles in ensuring a successful academic year and encouraging families to enroll and support their children in school.
Prefect Senoussi Essou Nigué presided over the ceremony, urging teachers to take greater responsibility. He emphasized the need for punctuality, regular attendance, and commitment to their work. The prefect encouraged teachers to be present and active, enabling students to make progress. This call to action is part of a broader effort to improve education in the region.
The prefect also addressed associations of parents, encouraging them to engage with schools and raise awareness among families about the importance of education. He stressed the need for dialogue between parents and educational institutions to ensure students receive the support they need. By working together, stakeholders can help create a more conducive learning environment.
The prefect specifically sought the engagement of traditional leaders and community leaders in promoting girls' education. He urged them to sensitize families to the value of educating girls, encouraging them to pursue their studies before considering marriage. This initiative aims to address the issue of early marriage and teenage pregnancy, which often lead to girls dropping out of school.
According to UNESCO, Chad ranks among the lowest in the world in terms of girls' education. To address this challenge, authorities in the Moula department are strengthening dialogue with parents to encourage girls to remain in school. By working together, stakeholders can help increase access to education, particularly for girls.
To support students, the prefect announced the allocation of 100 school scholarships for the new academic year. The scholarships will be distributed, with 60% going to girls and 40% to boys. This initiative aims to provide direct support to students, particularly girls, who face significant barriers to education.
The 2026-2027 school year in the Moula department has begun with a renewed focus on education, particularly for girls. With the support of stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and traditional leaders, authorities hope to make progress in promoting education and increasing access to schools. Key efforts will focus on encouraging families to prioritize girls' education and supporting students through scholarships and other initiatives.
Key points
- Chad's Moula department launches new school year with emphasis on girls' education
- Prefect Senoussi Essou Nigué urges teachers to take greater responsibility
- 100 school scholarships allocated, with 60% for girls and 40% for boys
