Bolikhamxay Province Faces Urgent Teacher Shortage
Bolikhamxay Province is facing a critical shortage of teachers, with a need for 413 more educators: 30 for kindergartens, 85 for elementary schools, and 298 for secondary schools. Prophet Kunnavong, Deputy Director of the Department of Education and Sports, revealed preliminary statistics showing that more than 70,000 students across the...
Prime Minister Urges Education Reform, Accountability for New School Year
Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called for reforms in the country’s education system...
Lao National University Sees Record Low in 2024 Entrance Exam Enrollment Amid Job Market Concerns
The National University of Laos (NUOL) is witnessing a severe drop in students taking...
From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development
The Lao Youth Union (LYU) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) marked International...
Japanese Ambassador Celebrates Lao Scholars Heading to Japan
On 1 August, the Ambassador of Japan, Tsutomu Koizumi hosted a reception at his...
Prime Minister Calls for Ensuring Children’s Development and Prosperous Future in Laos
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has urged the people of Laos to guarantee that all children have equal opportunities to reach their maximum potential and...
Lao Government Issues Warning Regarding Unauthorized Scholarships
The Ministry of Education and Sports issued a notice last week warning the public of unauthorized scholarships to China and Vietnam for students from...
Young Lao Scientist Selected as 2023 Young Explorer at National Geographic Society
A young scientist from Laos has been selected as one of the 15 candidates for the National Geographic Society’s Young Explorers 2023 program, which...
Helpline Services for Youth Launches at Laos-China Railway Stations
The Lao Youth Union (LYU), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and the Laos-China Railway (LCR) launched counseling helpline materials at all railway stations...
Student Contest Reveals Mekong Innovation in River Monitoring
The Mekong River Commission (MRC) on Monday announced the winners of its first-ever River Monitoring Technology Competition for university students. The competition was held...
Rampant Inflation Causes Households To Rethink Education
A recent survey shows that households in Laos are slashing expenses on education, health, and food due to skyrocketing inflation. Economists have raised concerns about...