Authorities in the UAE announced the continuation of distance learning until Friday, March 6, for public and private schools and universities nationwide.
According to the Ministry of Education, and the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, this applies to all students, teachers and administrative staff.
They added that developments will be closely monitored to ensure the wellbeing of the education sector.
The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announced the extension of distance learning until Friday, 6 March 2026.
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) March 3, 2026
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