More than 50,000 students across South Sudan began their Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) exams today. The exams commenced with the Christian Religious Education (CRE) paper, marked by a ceremonial bell-ringing led by Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi at Juba Commercial Secondary School.
In his address, Vice President Abdelbagi urged students to rely on their knowledge and answer questions honestly. “Cheating will not be tolerated,” he warned, emphasizing the government’s commitment to upholding the integrity of the examination process. He reminded students that malpractice would result in disqualification, a stance reinforced by stricter measures introduced last year.
These reforms follow widespread concerns about cheating, which had plagued the examination system since South Sudan gained independence. Last year, several schools failed the exams due to violations, prompting the Ministry of General Education and the Examination Council to implement stricter anti-cheating protocols.
The public has lauded the government’s efforts to curb malpractice, viewing these measures as a crucial step toward improving the quality of education in the country. “The reforms bring hope for a brighter future, ensuring our students achieve success through hard work and merit,” said one education advocate.
This year’s examinations are seen as a test of the effectiveness of these reforms and a reflection of South Sudan’s determination to raise educational standards.
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