Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has announced that the Cabinet has approved the review of the Education Act of 1966. In his statement, Rabuka emphasized that this Act is essential for regulating education in Fiji, indicating that a thorough review has been overdue.
The purpose of this review is to ensure several key objectives:
– To align the Act with the current educational landscape,
– To address the changing needs of students, teachers, parents, and the wider community, and
– To identify and resolve any educational issues or gaps that may have arisen since the last update.
The Prime Minister mentioned that the review will involve a comprehensive consultation process across the nation.