Al-Daein, November 11 (Darfur24
Teachers in East Darfur State have voiced strong concerns over the lack of planning and financial support for the education sector, one month after schools reopened following a two-year suspension.
A teacher in Al-Firdous locality at the intermediate level told Darfur24, on condition of anonymity, that schools were reopened “without a clear plan” from the Ministry of Education. He said there is still no arrangement for running expenses, operational support, or teacher salaries.
“This situation applies across all localities in the state,” he added.
Another teacher from the Bahr al-Arab locality said many teachers are now working under pressure and fear of penalties if they refuse to teach.
“Since the schools opened in October, teachers have been struggling. We either work under these conditions or face punishment and accusations of refusing to cooperate with the civil administration overseeing the state,” he stated.
In Al-Daein, a teacher explained that salaries are extremely low and are paid through personal authorization transfers, which adds delays and complications. “The wages do not cover basic living costs,” he said.
Teachers also criticized the state’s Ministry of Education for shifting responsibility for running and maintaining schools to local community initiatives and voluntary organizations, many of which are now unable to continue providing support.
Most schools in East Darfur have suffered significant infrastructure damage over the past two years, including the loss and theft of furniture and equipment. Many school buildings were also used as shelters for displaced families during the conflict, further impacting their condition.