The Ministry of Education and Sports has announced a postponement of the reopening of schools to February 10, citing the upcoming general elections as the reason for the adjustment. According to the Ministry, the decision was taken to ensure smooth national electoral activities and guarantee the safety of learners, teachers, and school administrators during the election period. Authorities noted that many schools are expected to be used as polling stations, making it impractical to resume academic activities as initially planned. Education officials emphasized that the postponement will allow schools adequate time to prepare for learners’ return after the elections, including cleaning, reorganizing

facilities, and addressing any logistical challenges arising from electoral processes. The Ministry urged parents, guardians, and school administrators to remain calm and adhere to the revised academic calendar, assuring the public that the lost time will be managed within the school term without significantly affecting the syllabus coverage. Further guidance on reporting dates, term schedules, and examination timelines will be communicated in due course.