Education
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New Farah Schools Offer Care and Psychological Support
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani has inaugurated three schools in Baghdad and Maysan, marking the start of a broader initiative to open 25 “Farah Model Schools for Orphans” across Iraq. These schools, part of a national project, aim to provide orphans with comprehensive care and quality education, reflecting the government’s…
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New Transport Lines Added for University Students
In a significant initiative to enhance public transportation for university students, the Minister of Transport, Mr. Razzaq Muhaibis Al-Saadawi, has launched eight new public transport lines in Baghdad. This move aligns with the start of the new academic year and aims to facilitate access to educational institutions, specifically Al-Bayan University,…
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Iraq’s 2022-2031 Education Plan: World Bank Support
The Iraq National Education Strategy (INES) 2022-2031 marks a significant step forward in the Iraqi government’s efforts to enhance the quality and efficiency of public services. Developed in collaboration with the World Bank, INES is designed to overhaul the country’s education system, aligning it with Iraq’s broader socio-economic development goals…
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Media’s Role on Iraq’s Climate Crisis Discussed at Kurdish Cultural Seminar
As Iraq faces an escalating climate crisis, the Kurdish House of Culture and Publishing recently hosted a seminar titled “Media and Climate Change: Responsibilities and Challenges.” The event featured the participation of Mr. Alaa Abdullah, the Kurdish House’s representative in the Climate Change Team at the Ministry of Culture, Tourism…
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Annual Taf Exhibition Unveils Artistic Narratives
The enduring themes of pain and martyrdom are vividly captured in the artwork showcased in the Ministry of Culture’s halls. On Monday 19th August, Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani, the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, inaugurated the annual Taf exhibition, organised by the Department of Public Art. The event, overseen…
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Anbar University Unveils Modern Lecture Halls
The Ministry of Planning announced today that its specialised teams conducted an on-site visit to the project for constructing lecture halls for the Colleges of Administration, Economics, and Petrochemicals at the University of Anbar. The project involves constructing several buildings of various sizes, each equipped with lecture halls, administrative offices,…
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Science and Transport: How Iraq is Tackling Environmental Issues
The Planning and Follow-up Department of the Ministry of Transport, represented by the Research and Studies Department, held a joint meeting with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Al-Mustansiriyah University, College of Atmospheric Sciences today, Monday, to coordinate cooperation on environmental issues. The meeting focused on mechanisms of…
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2025 QS Rankings: Iraqi Universities Achieve Striking Gains
The 2025 QS World University Rankings highlight the presence of five Iraqi universities, with notable progress by the University of Baghdad, which has ascended into the 801-850 band from its previous 951-1000 placement. The rankings for the other four Iraqi universities—Mustansiriyah University, University of Kufa, University of Basrah, and University…
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Social Protection’s Impact on Orphan Education
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met with a group of orphaned students who excelled in their sixth-grade national exams. These students, whose families are supported from social protection programs, were praised by the Prime Minister for their determination and academic success despite facing challenging circumstances. The meeting served as an…
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The History of Mesopotamia: Interview with Professor & Archaeologist Roger Matthews
In an exclusive interview, Professor Roger Matthews, of the Archaeology Department at the University of Reading, speaks about his research and archaeological findings surrounding the prehistory and early history of the Mesopotamian region. Given your extensive research on Mesopotamia, could you explain why this region is considered the ‘cradle of…
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