Teachers from various educational institutions in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, took to the streets in protest on World Teachers’ Day, expressing their deep frustration and labeling the day as a “dark day” for educators.
The demonstration, intended to highlight unresolved issues and unmet demands, coincided with the global celebration of teachers’ contributions. However, for Mogadishu’s educators, the day was marked by calls for justice and change rather than celebration.
The protesting teachers criticized the Ministry of Education, presenting complaints against its leadership and accusing it of neglecting their needs. They expressed discontent with the ministry’s policies and demanded immediate reforms to address the challenges they face in their profession.
This protest underscores the ongoing struggles of educators in Somalia, where inadequate support, poor working conditions, and unaddressed grievances has left many teachers feeling overlooked. The demonstrators urged authorities to prioritize their demands and implement solutions to improve the state of education in the country.
World Teachers’ Day, a moment of appreciation for educators globally, has thus become a platform for Somali teachers to raise their voices and seek justice in their profession.
HBN News Desk