Minister of Higher Education: Rapid Support Forces Completely Destroy Ministry Building and Impact Higher Education in Sudan

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Mohammed Hassan Dahab, stated that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia destroyed all the belongings of the Ministry of Higher Education and burned the ministry building completely. He confirmed that the damage to higher education institutions was significant, pointing out that the current situation, caused by the militia's rebellion, has created a different environment that has affected all sectors, including educational institutions.

He emphasized that spreading peace and love is crucial and that higher education and scientific research are facing major challenges. However, there is a determination to achieve progress and prosperity for Sudan, encouraging cooperation with other nations. He also praised the efforts of the universities, especially the Red Sea University, which hosted many other universities to ensure the continuation of the educational process.

Minister of Higher Education: Rapid Support Forces Completely Destroy Ministry Building and Impact Higher Education in Sudan

This statement came during his address today at the Port Authority in the Red Sea State at the forum for directors and deans of public, private, and community higher education institutions, held under the slogan "Solid Higher Education for Building a Proud and Strong Nation." He also pointed out that some staff members of higher education institutions were betrayed by the rebel militia.

He mentioned that e-learning has become especially important under the current circumstances, as many families have been displaced to other areas inside and outside Sudan due to the war. The ministry has made significant progress, contributing to the stability of academic studies. Offices for certificate authentication have been opened, and a lot of information has been recovered, facilitating student procedures.

Additionally, the minister noted that there have been visits with international and regional institutions, especially neighboring countries, and a regulation was issued to facilitate the establishment of centers abroad.

Also, he identified several challenges faced by the ministry, such as the need for large lecture halls in safe areas, the provision of e-learning tools, and the issuance of certificates from some universities. A significant challenge highlighted was the reduction of financial support allocated to universities, which has impacted operations by up to 60%. However, he commended the directive from the Deputy Chairman of the Sovereignty Council to allocate additional budget resources, which has helped alleviate some obstacles. Professor Dahab expressed hope that the forum would generate recommendations contributing to the development of the educational process.