MoGEI, Kenyatta University and University of Juba Complete Arabic Translation of Islamic Religious Education Certificate and Diploma Curriculum Designs.

• Nov 09, 2026
• Awut Deng Jr.

Juba, 5 November 2026 – The Ministry of General Education and Instruction (MoGEI), in partnership with Kenyatta University of Kenya and the University of Juba, and with funding support from the World Bank South Sudan, has successfully concluded an eight-day workshop to translate the Islamic Religious Education (IRE) Certificate and Diploma Curriculum Designs into Arabic.

The workshop, which began on 26 October and concluded on 5 November 2026 in Juba, brought together curriculum experts, Islamic education scholars, and language specialists to ensure the accurate translation of the curriculum materials while maintaining alignment with South Sudan's National Curriculum Standards and Islamic education principles.

The translated curriculum designs are expected to improve access to Islamic Religious Education among Arabic-speaking teachers and learners across South Sudan and will be used in Teacher Training Institutes (TTIs) to strengthen the preparation of IRE teachers.

Speaking during the closing ceremony, a curriculum expert from Kenyatta University, Dr. Charles Magoma, described the workshop as the beginning of a broader journey to improve access to quality Islamic Religious Education.

"This is the beginning of a journey, not the end. We are privileged to have participated in this important exercise and to have produced curriculum materials that can be used in Teacher Training Institutes. MoGEI now has the responsibility to ensure that these materials are utilized as intended and do not remain on the shelves," said Dr. Magoma.

Dr. Magoma acknowledged the challenges encountered during the translation process, including limited access to appropriate translation tools, but commended participants for their dedication and commitment throughout the exercise. "Although we faced challenges due to the lack of adequate translation tools, participants remained focused and worked tirelessly throughout the process. This commitment and resilience are essential for success," he added.

Participants expressed their commitment to applying the knowledge and skills gained during the workshop and promoting the use of the translated curriculum materials within their respective institutions.

One of the participants, Prof. Peter Malek, a language specialist, described the exercise as a valuable learning experience.

"This has been an eye-opening experience. The availability of the certificate and diploma curriculum designs in Arabic will benefit many teachers and learners who might otherwise have been left behind. We thank MoGEI, the World Bank, and Kenyatta University for this important initiative," said Prof. Malek.

Once approved, the Arabic versions of the Certificate and Diploma Curriculum Designs will be rolled out to Teacher Training Institutes across the country to enhance the quality of Islamic Religious Education instruction and promote inclusive and equitable access to religious education.

MoGEI expressed its appreciation to the World Bank South Sudan for funding the translation initiative and to Kenyatta University and the University of Juba for their technical support and expertise throughout the process.