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Malaysia's Education Ministry has committed RM4.6 billion to rebuild deteriorating schools in Sabah between 2023 and 2026, representing the bulk of a RM6.6 billion decade-long initiative launched in 2016.
Tamil Nadu's school education ministry is examining a proposal to introduce chicken biryani once weekly in government schools' midday meal scheme, following requests from teacher associations seeking improved nutrition and meal quality.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim affirms the MADANI Government's dedication to enhancing educator welfare through improved service schemes and career pathways, positioning education as central to Malaysia's development agenda.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has decided to keep Malaysia's Form Six pre-university system under the Ministry of Education's oversight, reversing earlier plans to transfer management to the Ministry of Higher Education.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that Malaysian schools must openly report bullying and abuse cases instead of concealing them to safeguard institutional image, warning that hidden problems escalate into serious injustices.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that Malaysia's Form 6 upper secondary programme will remain under the Education Ministry's purview, dismissing any proposals to transfer administrative authority elsewhere.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called for continuous cultivation of patriotism and digital literacy among Malaysian youth, warning that understanding national history and ethical online conduct are essential for navigating modern challenges.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia's education system to equip students with technological expertise while maintaining strong moral grounding, warning that progress without values risks creating incomplete citizens unprepared for ethical leadership.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia's historical sites to function as educational spaces rather than mere tourist attractions, emphasizing the need to teach younger generations about national unity and the price of independence.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is in Penang for a two-day working visit centred on education, skills training, and community development. He will launch the Indian Muslim Transformation Framework 2030 Programme and open a new Islamic secondary school.
Prime Minister's wife Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail stressed that a nation's true strength comes from cultivating knowledgeable, ethical citizens rather than economic metrics alone, highlighting teachers' pivotal role in character development.
Kuala Lumpur is rolling out a free tuition scheme benefiting 1,600 SPM candidates from 40 secondary schools, targeting four key subjects to ease financial burden on families preparing for major exams.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has identified quality education, comprehensive welfare support, and employment opportunities as essential pillars for empowering Malaysia's Indian community, calling for grassroots engagement.
Malaysia's Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has clarified that School Liaison Officers deployed nationwide serve a broader mandate than addressing bullying alone, encompassing all aspects of student safety and wellbeing.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has outlined a two-pronged approach to matriculation admissions that rewards top academic performers while maintaining targeted support for disadvantaged communities and rural students across Malaysia.
Malaysia's Community Development Department is working with federal agencies to relax educational requirements for Tabika nursery teachers, recognising emerging specialisations including autism education and Quranic memorisation programmes.
Malaysia's KEMAS kindergarten system will introduce smartboards to all classes by end of 2025, integrating technology and AI-driven learning from age two. The rollout reflects broader digitalisation efforts in early childhood education.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the MADANI Government's commitment to upgrading religious and pondok schools across Malaysia, pledging to blend traditional Islamic learning with modern disciplines including artificial intelligence and computer technology.
Malaysia's National Union of the Teaching Profession backs proposed Teachers' Protection Act, arguing educators face mounting legal action and social media harassment when disciplining students, creating a chilling effect on classroom management.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that Malaysia's teachers must combine expertise in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence with strong ethical foundations and commitment to human values to prepare students for a rapidly changing world.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysian schools to transparently report bullying cases instead of suppressing them to safeguard their reputation, emphasising that swift action protects victims and addresses the underlying problem.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has called for a strategic, multi-stakeholder approach to establishing safe school environments, stressing that student protection cannot be compromised on any front.
The Penang State Islamic Religious Council has committed RM2 million to support 7,403 Bumiputera students through its academic excellence programme, offering tuition and learning modules across 109 schools.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that parents and teachers must raise children to be both intelligent and morally upright, rejecting bullying and negative behaviour in schools.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has pledged that Malaysia's TVET graduates will achieve near-universal employment through enhanced industry partnerships and curriculum alignment with labour market demands.
Malaysia's Education Ministry has filled 99.8 per cent of preschool teacher posts, deploying 10,478 educators nationwide. The ministry plans to open 300 additional classes next year as part of a five-year expansion targeting 1,040 new classrooms.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has stressed that Malaysia's long-term prosperity hinges on investing in human capital development rather than economic metrics alone, addressing complex global challenges through collaboration.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek visited a Banting secondary school following a stabbing incident involving a Form Three student. Police have arrested a suspect and assured the public that the victim is in stable condition.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia to speed up preparations for an AI-driven future, emphasising the need for workforce reskilling and a robust regulatory framework to ensure the nation remains competitive.
The relocation of SJKT Ladang Sungai Muar in Segamat has moved into the land acquisition phase, with coordination from the Segamat Land and Mines Office. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek's involvement signals government commitment to improving learning conditions.
Bangsa Johor KEMAS Kindergarten has become Malaysia's first community kindergarten to integrate English-medium instruction with digital learning, marking a significant shift in early childhood education policy.
MARA will station four full-time wardens—comprising retired military personnel—at all 58 MRSM colleges nationwide by next January to strengthen student discipline and moral development, beginning with 10 institutions this year.
Indonesia's Jakarta Corruption Court has sentenced Nadiem Makarim, the Harvard-educated founder of ride-hailing giant Gojek and former education minister, to 10 years imprisonment for his role in a school laptop procurement programme during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Sixteen Malaysian Armed Forces veterans have begun duties as wardens at eight MARA Junior Science Colleges from July 1, marking the second phase of a recruitment programme aimed at improving student discipline and campus safety.
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The MARA chairman has declared a 'You Touch, You Go' policy as six MRSM students in Johor are investigated by police. The move signals the institution's commitment to strict disciplinary measures.
Malaysia's Education Ministry will launch comprehensive advocacy programmes on child protection legislation across the education sector, following discussions with the Human Rights Commission.
The Prime Minister's Office has presented special recognition awards to 214 outstanding STPM students across 16 secondary schools in Batu Pahat district, aiming to motivate academic excellence and support the transition to tertiary education.
Jitra assemblyman Dr Haim Hilman Abdullah will appear before Seremban magistrate's court to face charges stemming from claims he made regarding university admission access.
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A senior Kedah education official is heading to court over claims connected to controversial university admission practices. The case raises questions about transparency and fairness in higher education access across Malaysia.
Malaysia's 528 Tamil national-type schools (SJKT) enrol 78,501 pupils nationwide as of May 2026. The Education Ministry is investing in infrastructure upgrades and teacher recruitment while implementing strategies to support under-enrolled institutions.
Malaysia's Education Ministry is pressing schools to identify and support students showing mental health warning signs, following a recent student death in Negeri Sembilan.
Deputy National Unity Minister R. Yuneswaran has urged greater focus on mother-tongue proficiency among young Malaysians as a means to combat divisive 3R issues that proliferate on social media platforms.
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has channelled RM100,000 towards comprehensive upgrades at SK Bendang Kering in Kuala Kangsar, Perak, introducing modern facilities and academic improvement programmes.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has appealed for public sensitivity and privacy for the family of a 16-year-old student who died at a Negeri Sembilan school, as police investigations continue.
Malaysia's Education Ministry has unveiled a new scholarship initiative offering tuition fee sponsorships to 18 top-performing 2025 STPM students from public universities, signalling renewed commitment to the Form Six educational pathway.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is introducing a cadet corps programme in schools, beginning with selected institutions in a phased rollout before national expansion.