Keep African Soldiers Out of Schools, Study Says

A new study reveals how the use of educational institutions for military purposes endangers students and impacts a young person's right to an education.

Academic Dilemma: The Pregnant Girl-Child

Tanzanian legislators are debating whether or not to allow students to return to school after giving birth. More

Mauritania: Malian Refugees Educate One Another

At M'Bera refugee camp in Mauritania, Malian youth are playing a major role in preparing fellow refugees for a return to normal life. Credit More


Liberia: Children Face Bleak Future

Young students peer into a classroom. A new report suggests that half of primary school pupils living in Africa will reach adolescence unable to read, write, or perform basic numeracy tasks. More


Africa: Education the Uncontested Key

The UN estimates that there are currently 61 million primary-school-aged children out of school - a decrease from an estimated 115 million in 2001.More



UK Education Grant Not Making Much Difference in Nigeria

A report by the Independent Commission for Aid Impact finds that British support has had little effect on improving schools in Nigeria (file photo).


Rwanda Moves Toward Single University

A bill currently before Rwanda's parliament proposes to combine all public institutions of higher learning into one university.


Uganda Exam Board Issues Warning to Cheats

The National Examinations Board set new measures and tough penalties for any pupils found cheating, including blocking the candidates from resitting the exam. More


Lack of Science Capacity 'Threatens Development'

Chemical engineering lab: The gross domestic product of many African countries has been growing robustly but a lack of research capacity threatens this trend. More


Sudan: More Striking Students Arrested

More than 20 students have been arrested following their strike action against the payment of high tuition fees. Police are being accused of ill-treating those in custody. More


Africa's Education Sector in Crisis?

School children in Ethiopia. While Africa has made remarkable progress, millions of children are still not getting access to an education, a new report by the Africa Progress Panel shows.

InFocus: Education

Chaos at University of Namibia

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Confusion has been reigning at the university after the department of examinations accidentally released second semester results. Read more »

Are Traditional Events to Blame for High Girl-Child Pregnancies?

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Elders, parents and teachers have cited traditional ceremonies involving all-night dancing as one of the reasons for the high rate of girl-child pregnancies and consequent increase ... Read more »

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