Corruption Scandal Rocks Indonesia's Education Ministry

Indonesian judiciary has dealt a blow to corruption within the education sector, sentencing two former officials to prison over contentious Chromebook procurements.

At the heart of this scandal is Nadiem Makarim, ex-education minister and Gojek co-founder, accused of personal gain during his role overseeing the country's education system.

The court's verdict for Sri Wahyuningsih, former primary education director, and a junior high school director highlights allegations of mismanaged tender processes, emphasizing state's financial damage.

(With inputs from agencies.)