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Minister Jallah Commits MoE To Provision Of Quality Education For Children 

By Decontee M. Wesseh 

MONROVIA, June 15 (LINA) – Education Minister Jarso Maley Jallah has said that prioritizing education is essential for laying the foundation for quality education which enables children to grow into productive adults thereby driving economic growth. 

Reaffirming the Ministry of Education’s (MoE) commitment to providing quality education, healthcare and wellbeing for children, she emphasized the need to invest in Liberian children to build a vibrant and resilient education sector, adding that children are the greatest asset and the heart of the nation. 

“Our children are not just the future; they are the present. Investing in their education and wellbeing is crucial for Liberia's sustainable development,” Minister Jallah added. 

She made the comments in Monrovia Friday, at the occasion marking the observance of the Day of the African Child.

This year’s celebration is themed globally, “Education for All Children in Africa: The Time is Now,” while the day was celebrated under the national theme: “Promoting Inclusive and Resilient Education Systems for Every Child in Liberia.”

Madam Jallah asserted that the ministry’s commitment to Liberian children aligns with the international efforts to ensure every child has a fair chance in life, noting that it is not just a moral obligation, but a strategic imperative for a peaceful and prosperous world. 

“Let us ensure that our children's rights are respected, their dreams realized, among others, for the development of shared prosperity because the time is now,” Min. Jallah pointed out. 

She commended the Government of Liberia for increasing the Ministry’s budget for the fiscal year 2024, adding that “this increment is a significant step towards addressing the challenges facing the educational sector.”

The International Day of the African Child also known as the Day of the African Child is celebrated June 16, every year. It was first initiated in 1991 by the organization of African Unity. 

It honors those who participated in the Soweto uprising in 1976. It also raises awareness on the continuing need for improvement of the education provided to Africa. 

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