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«Teach for Uzbekistan» and Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies signed a memorandum on sending graduates to schools in remote regions

A cooperation memorandum has been signed between «Teach for Uzbekistan» and the Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies. Talented graduates of the university will be sent to schools in remote regions under the two-year Fellowship program: they will teach foreign, including Oriental, languages full-time and undergo intensive trainings. Participants are promised additional financial and methodological support, and those who complete the program will receive the status of alumni of the international network «

Madina Usmonova
1 min read
Economy

In Uzbekistan, the deadline for paying university contracts has been extended to November 1

The Ministry of Education and Science of Uzbekistan has extended until November 1 the deadline for paying contracts and completing enrollment at universities for the 2026/2027 academic year. By this date, at least 25% of the annual amount must be paid under the basic contract and at least 50% under the differentiated contract. The deadline had previously been extended to October 15. Also, starting from the new academic year, a 30% tuition compensation has been introduced for children of pedagogical workers.

Dilnoza Rahimova
1 min read
World

Erkinjon Turdimov becomes First Deputy Prime Minister — Minister of Preschool and School Education of Uzbekistan

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree on October 9 on improving the structure of the Cabinet of Ministers: the post of First Deputy Prime Minister — Minister of Education was introduced, to which former khokim of Syrdarya region Erkinjon Turdimov was appointed. He will coordinate agencies in the spheres of education, science and healthcare, including regional khokims. A secretariat of 12 staff positions is being created in the Cabinet, and the total number of administrative staff is set at 243.

Otabek Yusupov
3 min read
Uzbekistan

American from Georgia Who Speaks 20 Languages Is Studying in Samarkand

Komila Farriyeva, born and raised in the US state of Georgia, moved to Uzbekistan eight months ago and is studying at the Samarkand State Institute of Foreign Languages. According to her, she communicates in 20 languages, 11 of which she knows perfectly, and she learned Uzbek through communication with Afghan Uzbeks in the US. Her parents initially objected to the move.

Madina Usmonova
2 min read
World

Applications open for the Ausbildung program in Germany in floristry and horticulture

The Migration Agency together with the Federal Employment Agency of Germany announced the opening of applications for the APAL (Ausbildung) program starting in February 2027. Participants will be offered three-year dual vocational training in floristry and horticulture with a monthly stipend of 724 to 1,100 euros depending on the year of study. Applications are accepted until October 20.

Otabek Yusupov
2 min read
World

In Russia, a proposal was made to make grades 10–11 paid for children of foreigners

LDPR deputies have prepared a bill proposing to organize paid education for children of foreign citizens and stateless persons in grades 10–11 of Russian schools. The proposal is to amend Article 78 of the law 'On Education in the Russian Federation': foreigners will be able to receive free secondary education only under international treaties or federal laws. No restrictions on secondary vocational education are envisaged. The initiative remains a bill for now.

Aziz Karimov
1 min read
World

Wales again posts worst Pisa results among UK nations — what the new government should do

According to Pisa 2025, Wales again ranked last among the UK nations in reading, maths and science: 15-year-old Welsh pupils lag behind their English peers by roughly two years of schooling. Causes under discussion include weak school accountability, the new 'free' curriculum, and a fragmented system of 22 local councils. The new Plaid Cymru government promises refinements but not a dismantling of the reform.

Aziz Karimov
3 min read
World

UNICEF: In Afghanistan, every second girl marries before age 18

On the occasion of International Day of the Girl, UNICEF reported that in Afghanistan 28.7% of women aged 20–24 were married before age 18, and in some regions up to 50%. The organization links early marriages to the ban on girls' education after 6th grade and calls on the Taliban authorities to open schools.

Otabek Yusupov
3 min read
Uzbekistan

Tashkent plans to create 126 thousand school places and 40 thousand kindergarten places by 2030

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on October 15 reviewed a presentation of projects for building schools and kindergartens in Tashkent. The shortage of student places in the 2025/2026 academic year was 141 thousand, and kindergarten places — 65 thousand. By 2030, it is planned to create 126 thousand school places (48 thousand from the republican and 78 thousand from the local budget) and 40 thousand kindergarten places (8 and 32 thousand respectively). The school occupancy coefficient is expected to decrease from 1.4 to 1.2, and preschool education coverage to grow

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
World

Omar Sy and Other Celebrities Criticize French Authorities' Response to Student Protests

Protests by school and university students in France have been ongoing since September: on Tuesday, according to an inter-union coalition, more than 480,000 people took to the streets. Actor Omar Sy, speaking on France Inter, called the authorities' response 'outrageous.' One teenager lost an arm, more than 6,800 young people have been detained, and 147 education staff have been injured.

Otabek Yusupov
3 min read
World

It has become known which agencies Erkinjon Turdimov will oversee

First Deputy Prime Minister — Minister of Preschool and School Education Erkinjon Turdimov will coordinate the work of a number of ministries, agencies and regional khokimiyats under a presidential decree of October 9. His remit covers education, health, the Academy of Sciences, youth affairs, as well as cooperation with the MIA, SSS and National Guard on drug prevention, violence in schools and youth protection.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
World

Greta Thunberg joins French high school protests amid fifth wave of mobilization and budget debates

France saw a fifth wave of high school student protests against learning conditions: teacher shortages, dilapidated buildings and overcrowded classrooms. Greta Thunberg joined the demonstration in Saint-Denis. Around 200 high schools are closed, and the National Assembly is debating the 2027 budget with a €1.2 billion increase in education spending, which critics consider insufficient.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read