Gharyan, February 12, 2026 – The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education for Educational Affairs visited the Education Supervision Office in the Gharyan Municipality. During the visit, she met with the Education Supervisor for the Municipality and the directors of offices and heads of departments within the supervision office.
The Undersecretary reviewed the progress of the educational process, inspecting a number of schools and kindergartens under the supervision office’s purview. She listened to a briefing from teachers regarding the curricula according to the plan and also heard observations from students completing the basic and secondary education stages.
The Undersecretary witnessed the conclusion of the instant drawing competition organized by the supervision office at the mountain region level. She also attended parts of competitions for the Holy Quran, the Young Orator, and the Young Muezzin.
During her visit, the Undersecretary emphasized the importance of supporting activities accompanying the educational process, considering them a fundamental tributary in building the student’s personality, consolidating national and religious values, and fostering a spirit of excellence and creativity within educational institutions.
Gharyan
Gharyan is a historic town in northwestern Libya, renowned for its traditional underground cave dwellings carved into the mountainside, which provided natural insulation and protection. These unique structures, some of which are centuries old, reflect a distinctive architectural adaptation to the region’s climate and have been a defining feature of the town’s cultural heritage.
Ministry of Education
The Ministry of Education is the central government department responsible for national education policy, curriculum standards, and the administration of public schools. Its history in many countries dates to the 19th century, emerging from a growing recognition of the state’s role in providing standardized and universal education to foster an informed citizenry and support national development.
Education Supervision Office
The Education Supervision Office is an administrative body responsible for overseeing and evaluating educational institutions and systems. Its history is tied to the development of modern state education, emerging as governments sought to standardize quality and ensure compliance with national curricula and policies.
Gharyan Municipality
Gharyan Municipality is a local administrative region in northwestern Libya, historically known for its strategic location in the Nafusa Mountains. The area is particularly famous for its traditional underground and cave dwellings, which provided natural insulation and protection.
Holy Quran
The Holy Quran is the central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the verbatim word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel over a period of approximately 23 years in the 7th century CE. It serves as the primary source of Islamic faith, law, and guidance, and its compilation into a single book was completed shortly after the Prophet’s death.
