The Libyan Ministry of Education has denied claims circulating on social media that it would stop the salaries of protesting teachers and recruit foreign teachers to replace them. The claims, which were first reported on November 2, 2026, on Facebook pages, were attributed to Education Minister Muhammad Al-Qaryou. According to the claims, the minister stated that the government would stop the salaries of teachers who are on strike and recruit foreign teachers to teach students.
The claims sparked widespread concern among teachers and the general public, with many taking to social media to express their outrage. However, an investigation by Annir found that the claims were unfounded. In fact, the Ministry of Education has been engaged in discussions with the General Union of Libyan Teachers to address the teachers' demands, which include better pay and benefits. On October 27, 2026, Minister Al-Qaryou met with the union to discuss the issues.
The teachers' strike is related to demands for better pay and benefits, including a stipend for teaching and differences in the education law. The strike has affected several educational institutions, with teachers demanding that their demands be met before they return to work. According to the head of the teachers' movement, the strike will continue until the demands are met.
Annir's investigation found no evidence to support the claims of stopping salaries or recruiting foreign teachers. A review of official statements and press releases from the Ministry of Education and the minister himself found no mention of such plans. Instead, the focus has been on addressing the teachers' demands and finding a resolution to the strike.
The official Libyan news channel, Al-Hadath, reported on November 2, 2026, that a source at the Ministry of Education denied the claims, stating that they were mere rumors with no basis in fact. The report quoted the source as saying that there was no plan to stop the salaries of protesting teachers or recruit foreign teachers.
The Libyan government has been working to address the issues affecting the education sector, including the teachers' strike. The strike has disrupted the academic calendar, causing concern among parents and students. The government has urged teachers to return to work and has promised to address their demands.
In conclusion, the claims of stopping salaries of Libyan teachers and recruiting foreign teachers have been denied by the Ministry of Education. The investigation by Annir found that the claims were unfounded and that the ministry is working to address the teachers' demands and find a resolution to the strike.
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- The Libyan Ministry of Education denies claims of stopping salaries of protesting teachers and recruiting foreign teachers.
