Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has stated that one of his proudest achievements during his tenure was the introduction of the free degree program.
In a post reflecting on the initiative, which was launched six years ago, Solih highlighted the impact of the scheme in providing free higher education to students across the country. He emphasized that ensuring access to education was a key priority of his administration.
According to Solih, over 18,000 young people have enrolled in degree programs since the scheme's introduction, with 8,500 having successfully completed their first degree.
He further stressed that education plays a crucial role in fostering equality and opening up opportunities for young people to advance in life and contribute to national development. The success of the free degree programme, he noted, stands as a testament to the transformative power of education.
In a post reflecting on the initiative, which was launched six years ago, Solih highlighted the impact of the scheme in providing free higher education to students across the country. He emphasized that ensuring access to education was a key priority of his administration.
On this day, 6 years ago, we launched our Free Degree Scheme opening up the avenue for students to pursue higher studies for free - one of my proudest achievements as President.
— Ibrahim Mohamed Solih (@ibusolih) February 14, 2025
When we left office, more than 18,000 young Maldivians were enrolled for degrees and 8,500 young…
According to Solih, over 18,000 young people have enrolled in degree programs since the scheme's introduction, with 8,500 having successfully completed their first degree.
He further stressed that education plays a crucial role in fostering equality and opening up opportunities for young people to advance in life and contribute to national development. The success of the free degree programme, he noted, stands as a testament to the transformative power of education.
