Education reforms in Morocco and logistical challenges in Tunisia

In Morocco, Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports Mohammed Saad Berrada announced that overcrowding in primary and preparatory schools is expected to decrease significantly starting this academic season. The ministry is implementing measures related to school mapping and educational infrastructure to alleviate pressure on institutions. Additional focus areas include improving the quality of preschool education, expanding school transport services to improve student distribution, and addressing teacher shortages to support ongoing reforms.

In Tunisia, concerns are rising regarding a disorganized return to school scheduled for mid-September. The General Secondary Education Union has called for a boycott of a new digital platform introduced by the Ministry of Education for student registration and pedagogical distribution, citing technical unreadiness and potential disruptions. The union also highlighted logistical challenges, including shortages of teaching and administrative staff, and unresolved professional issues that threaten the start of the academic year.