November 20
Rwanda: Education Ministry Explains Move to Standardise English Tests
New Times
A teacher who completed a probationary period must sit for English examination as a medium of instruction every three years, and in case they fail the examination two consecutive… Read more »
Africa: Andela, CNCF Partner to Train 20,000 Africans in Cloud-Native Skills
Daba Finance
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Liberia: Medica Liberia Launches Second Phase of Srgbv Project in Southeast to Empower Schools and Communities
FrontPageAfrica
Medica Liberia has launched the second phase of its project aimed at reducing school-related gender-based violence (SRGBV) in southeastern Liberia. Titled: "Empowering Teachers,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Idbz Targets Students Housing Countrywide
The Herald
The Infrastructure and Development Bank of Zimbabwe (IDBZ) is targeting to roll out additional accommodation facilities for students countrywide to create a good learning… Read more »
Ghana: 32 Teachers in Assin District Receive Awards for Outstanding Performance
Ghanaian Times
About 32 teachers in the Assin South District of the Central Region have been awarded for their outstanding and exceptional contributions towards the development of education in… Read more »
Gambia: Soshsa Secretariat Exposes Members to Debate, Writing Skills
The Point
The Secretariat of the Social Sciences and the Humanities Students Association (SOSHSA) last week convened a two-day workshop for its members on issues relating to debate, writing… Read more »
Gambia: School Feeding Programme!
The Point
School Meals Programme also referred to as School Feeding Programme is a safety net programme that provides a nutritious diet to learners at the Early Childhood Development (ECD)… Read more »
November 19
South Africa: Elsies River Residents Want Urgent Measures to Prevent Gang Violence After Learner Is Fatally Shot
Daily Maverick
A 14-year-old schoolboy was killed in a suspected gang shootout in Elsies River, Cape Town, on Tuesday. Residents are terrified that the violence could escalate. Read more »
South Africa: Pretoria Girls' School Governing Body Launches Legal Battle Against Education Department Over Racism Claims
Daily Maverick
The Pretoria High School for Girls SGB has filed a court application against the Gauteng Department of Education following a controversial investigation into alleged racism at the… Read more »
Southern Africa: 2024 World Children's Day - 7,000 Children from Southern Africa Lead the Call for Quality and Inclusive Education in Africa
Unicef
Regional World Children's Day celebration in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe highlights education and rights as cornerstones for the region's future Read more »
Nigeria: Canada Scraps Conversion of Study Permits to Permanent Residency for Foreign Students
Vanguard
Canada has closed the pathway for international students to convert their study permits into permanent residency under its latest immigration policies. Read more »
Uganda: France Invests Shs 1.12 Billion to Expand French Language Education in Uganda
Nile Post
The French government has launched a €288,000 (Shs 1.12 billion) initiative to enhance French language education across Uganda. Read more »
Nigeria: Ondo Wins 1st Basic Education School Sport Games
This Day
From the beginning of the 1st Basic Education School Sport (BESS) Games, Ondo State maintained its lead on the medals table and ultimately emerged as the overall champion. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zim Online Agric College Churns Out First Graduates
The Herald
Forty-Six students graduated at the Zimbabwe Online Agricultural College last Friday becoming the first product of the Second Republic's initiative launched last year. Read more »
Nigeria: Many Schools in Bayelsa Under Water - Govt Shifts Resumption Date
Vanguard
Primary and secondary schools in Bayelsa State will have to wait for another week before resuming because of extensive flooding. Read more »
Nigeria: ASUU Speaks On Controversial Appointment of Vice-Chancellor By Nigerian University
Premium Times
The union, at its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting recently resolved to call on President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the matter. Read more »
Uganda: Napak's Kangole Girls Alumni Rekindle School Memories Through Unique Reunions
Nile Post
In a world where the hustle and bustle of life often drifts people apart, the old students of Kangole Girls' School in Napak District, south of Karamoja, stand out as a perfect… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 326 Schools Upgraded to Exam Centres
The Herald
More than 326 satellite schools have been registered as official examination centres as part of the country's efforts to improve access to education and increase the number of… Read more »
November 18
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Street Children - How to Get Them Home and Back in School [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Zimbabwe's government undertook a survey in 2023 to ascertain how many children were living on the streets of the country's second biggest city, Bulawayo. The most recent numbers… Read more »
Ghana: Govt to Support National College of Defence Studies - President
Ghanaian Times
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has reaffirmed the government's commitment to provide the National College of Defence Studies (NCDS) with the needed support to enhance… Read more »
Liberia: NTA Urges Aggrieved Members to Accept the Court Ruling
New Dawn
Madam Mary Mulbah-Nyumah, President of the National Teachers' Association of Liberia (NTAL), has urged aggrieved members of the association to accept the latest ruling of the Sixth… Read more »
Uganda: Minister Tips Learners On Relevant Disciplines
Nile Post
The state minister of finance Henry Musasizi has emphasized the importance of studying fields that align with the four main sectors of the economy including agro processing,… Read more »
November 17
Africa: Waiting for Exam Results Can Be Awful. Our Research Shows How Best to Manage the Stress [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
It's that time of year when students are waiting for school and university results that could change the course of their lives. Read more »
Nigeria: 'University Turned My Daughter Into an Alcoholic!'
Vanguard
The hope of every mother is for her eldest child to leave the nest to start university - she also dreads the day it happens," says Mudia, 51, an executive director of a stock… Read more »
Namibia: Unam Students Face Exam Uncertainty
Namibian
University of Namibia (Unam) students are worried about the decision to ask them to write second opportunity examinations before the release of their continuous assessment marks. Read more »
