Pretoria: President of the Republic Kas Saed presided over a ceremony on Knowledge Day, attended by the Prime Minister, government officials, distinguished pupils, students, and their families. He emphasized the importance of knowledge benefiting the entire national community and congratulated students, their families, and teaching staff.

According to Agence Tunis Afrique Presse, President Saed outlined the educational reforms initiated since the 19th century and expressed the commitment to continue these reforms to meet the aspirations of the Tunisian people. He announced the creation of the Higher Council of Education, a constitutional institution tasked with implementing objective reforms free from political influence. The council commenced its work on the same day, aiming to introduce long-term educational changes.

President Saed advocated for a national, democratic, and universal education system, suggesting that compulsory education should extend beyond the age of sixteen. He proposed transforming schools into cultural hubs with film, theatre, and calligraphy clubs to enhance public taste and national identity. He also addressed the issue of drug trafficking, stressing the need for school awareness sessions and media involvement to combat this threat.

The President condemned foreign interference in educational reforms, asserting that Tunisia's education system should align with the will of its people. He criticized architectural shortcomings and the absence of cultural spaces in schools, proposing the establishment of a center for calligraphy. Ministries of culture and youth are urged to ensure schools become centers for knowledge and culture, overcoming challenges to position Tunisia as a desirable destination.