Libya's Minister of Education, Mohamed Al-Qariew, announced on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, that the country's midterm exams have been postponed by two weeks. This decision aims to provide students and educational staff with additional time to complete the curriculum and prepare for the exams. The postponement does not affect school holidays.
The announcement was made during a meeting between Al-Qariew and officials from the Curriculum and Educational Research Center, the Inspection and Educational Guidance Department, and the National Center for Exams. The meeting reviewed the educational process and the academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. The minister emphasized that the educational plan is proceeding according to the schedule approved by the Ministry of Education's decision number (1197) of 2026.
The postponement of midterm exams does not affect the weekly holiday on Saturdays or the mid-year holiday between semesters. The minister reassured parents, teachers, and educational administrators that work will continue according to the approved holiday schedule. The new dates for the midterm exams are set to begin on December 30, 2026.
This decision comes after discussions initiated by the Ministry of Education on September 29, 2026, regarding a review of the academic calendar. The discussions included proposals to cancel the mid-year holiday or the Saturday holiday to compensate for what the ministry described as "educational loss" due to the teachers' strike that began at the start of the academic year on September 13, 2026.
The teachers' strike ended after the Prime Minister of the Libyan Unity Government, Abdul Hamid Al-Dbeiba, announced the resumption of the educational process on Wednesday, following a meeting with the General Union of Libyan Teachers. Al-Dbeiba emphasized the priority of students' right to education and the need for regular classes.
The Libyan educational sector has faced challenges this year, including the teachers' strike, which highlighted issues related to teachers' rights and working conditions. The postponement of midterm exams is seen as a measure to alleviate some of these challenges and ensure a smoother academic year.
The Ministry of Education's decision to postpone midterm exams reflects the government's efforts to address the concerns of students, teachers, and parents. By providing additional time for preparation, the ministry aims to improve the overall quality of education and ensure that students are adequately prepared for their exams.
Key points
- The Libyan Ministry of Education has postponed midterm exams by two weeks to give students and teachers more time to prepare.
- The postponement does not affect school holidays or the weekly holiday on Saturdays.
- The new dates for the midterm exams are set to begin on December 30, 2026.
