24/06/2026
Today's discussion about our students in Morocco ๐ฒ๐ฆ and Ethiopia ๐ช๐น is on the news hope it reaches the authorities. The students in those countries have spoken.
Thank you Twic Media Reports. ๐ฏ Mayarwa
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In a recent address to South Sudanโs National Assembly, Hon. Madut Biar, South Sudanโs Minister of Higher Education, warned about the academic performance of South Sudanese students on overseas scholarships. โWe have two countries that have generously offered scholarships to South Sudan: Ethiopia and Morocco. We have been sending students who scored between 90% and 98%, yet many perform poorly once enrolled,โ Biar stated. โReports from both Ethiopia and Morocco suggest a worrying trend, especially in sciences, where these opportunities are now being seen as a loss by host institutions.โ
Students abroad quickly responded. Perinho Garang, a renowned digital creator and IT professional from South Sudan, explained, โI have spoken with several students from Morocco and Ethiopia, and the majority have reported being misled. We were informed the scholarship was fully funded, but upon arrival, we had to pay for accommodation and other expenses.โ
Majak Dengdit, a student who studied in Morocco, added, โThe main problem in Morocco for poor performance is the language barrier. The language of instruction in Morocco is French. Since primary up to secondary school, I had never heard a single word of French. The Morocco scholarship provides $150 every two months, but they deduct $25 for health insurance. That amount is not enough if you are renting; only if you are accepted into student hostels can you manage. The real hardship comes during holidays when hostels close, and you must rent for about three months. Itโs very hard.โ
Nyuon Samuel Gak, a student in Ethiopia, noted, โIn Ethiopia, we donโt pay for accommodationโonly for assignment printing. Still, we face financial hardships, language barriers, and the adjustment to a new environment.โ
Makuei Alamngar Athian, another student in Ethiopia, wrote an open letter: โThis conclusion lacks sound reasoning. My poor performance stems from language barriers, exam styles, and a different environmentโnot from a lack of ability.โ
Eric Wani, a student in Ethiopia, added, โWe face financial hardship, language barriers, and limited resources. Academic performance is shaped by many factors.โ
Meanwhile, some critics took a different view. Abraham Jury argued, โI donโt think these students are truly qualified; the selection may have been fraudulent.โ
As the debate unfolds, students urge a focus on the real challenges: language barriers, financial constraints, and systemic hurdlesโso that solutions can be built with a full understanding of their reality.
