# education

Government Targets Zero Out-of-School Children by 2045

Indonesia targets zero out-of-school children by 2045 under a new regulation aimed at returning 645,000 children to school.
News Jun 3, 2026 | 8:30 pm

‘Bonjour, Monsieur’: Prabowo Wants Indonesian Schools to Teach French

This is not the first time for Prabowo to announce his plans to include foreign languages in Indonesia's curriculum.
News May 29, 2026 | 3:42 pm

Govt Probes Alleged Research Fraud at Major Denmark Science Conference

Indonesia is investigating allegations of fake research and identity manipulation at a major medical conference in Copenhagen.
News May 28, 2026 | 8:24 pm

Hundreds of Indonesia’s Indigenous Languages Face Extinction in Digital Age

Indonesia is pushing to integrate endangered indigenous languages into AI and schools as hundreds face extinction.
Tech May 26, 2026 | 10:36 am

Education Experts Welcome Move to Introduce English at Primary Level

Stakeholders back Indonesia’s plan to introduce English earlier in schools, citing global competitiveness and AI-era skills needs.
Lifestyle May 21, 2026 | 9:25 pm

Indonesia to Make English Mandatory From Third Grade Starting in 2027

Indonesia will require English lessons from third grade beginning in 2027 as part of a broader education reform effort.
News May 17, 2026 | 10:38 pm

Jakarta Expands Scholarship Program with LPDP for Low-Income Students

Jakarta partners with LPDP to fund overseas master’s and PhD studies, targeting low-income students and aiming to send at least 100 abroad.
News May 5, 2026 | 2:44 pm

Jakarta Offers Free Tuition at 103 Private Schools to Tackle Dropouts

Jakarta offers free tuition at 103 private schools to reduce dropouts and improve access to educatio.
News Apr 30, 2026 | 4:25 pm

Not $99 Million: Indonesia Says Its Research Budget Hits $467 Million

Indonesia is rolling out funding into research in key sectors such as food and industrial processing.
News Apr 21, 2026 | 6:25 am

Mysterious Object Over Lampung Likely Chinese Rocket Debris, Astronomer Says

A fiery object over Lampung was likely rocket debris, not a meteor, easing public fears after viral sightings.
Tech Apr 5, 2026 | 1:51 pm

Lawmaker Opposes Return to Online Classes Under Energy-Saving Policy

A DPR lawmaker opposes a plan to revive online learning, warning of learning loss and lasting impacts from pandemic-era education.
News Mar 24, 2026 | 1:22 pm

Indonesia Weighs Hybrid Schooling, Weekly WFH to Cut Energy Use

Indonesia plans hybrid schooling and weekly WFH to cut fuel use as oil prices surge, with rollout targeted for April 2026.
News Mar 23, 2026 | 9:20 pm

Social Media Crackdown Faces Calls for Algorithm Oversight

Algorithm regulation is just as important as age restrictions because many social media platforms are designed to maximize user engagement.
Tech Mar 13, 2026 | 8:05 am

Government Plans 500 Integrated Schools Nationwide by 2026

Indonesia plans 500 integrated “one-roof” schools by 2026 to improve education quality, expand access, and reduce social inequality.
News Mar 10, 2026 | 2:22 pm

Govt Denies Neglecting Education Because of Free Meal Rollout

The government recently dismissed worries over education programs and teachers being neglected because of the free meal rollout.
News Feb 28, 2026 | 11:30 am

LPDP to Build National Talent Pool to Link Graduates with Industry

LPDP will launch a national talent pool and refocus scholarships on STEM to support eight strategic industries starting 2026.
News Feb 26, 2026 | 2:07 pm

LPDP Orders Alumni to Repay Up to Rp 2b for Failing to Return to Indonesia

LPDP has sanctioned eight scholarship alumni who failed to return to Indonesia, ordering repayments of up to Rp 2 billion.
News Feb 26, 2026 | 11:08 am

Three Child Deaths in Three Weeks, Watchdog Warns of Mental Health Crisis

A string of child deaths in Indonesia has raised alarm, with officials warning of a growing mental health crisis.
News Feb 14, 2026 | 3:11 pm

Prabowo Plans 10 New Universities, Including Elite School for Civil Servants

President Prabowo Subianto announced plans to build 10 new universities, including a dedicated public administration school.
News Feb 14, 2026 | 10:40 am