November 06
Nigeria: Fubara - We're Rebuilding Education Infrastructure for Rivers People
This Day
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said his administration was rebuilding education infrastructure for Rivers people. Read more »
Nigeria: Hesed Unveils Innovative Solutions for Schools, Students, Parents
This Day
As part of efforts to bridge the gap in Nigeria's education sector, an indigenous firm, HESED Learning and Development Limited (HESED), has developed comprehensive and innovative… Read more »
Nigeria: Pamo Versity Graduates Medical Doctors, Radiographers
This Day
The PAMO University of Medical Sciences (PUMS), Rivers State has graduated the second batch of medical doctors since the inception of the institution seven years ago. Read more »
Nigeria: Edo State Education Reform to Spark National Dialogue On Sustainable Change
This Day
A cream of high-level national and international leaders, diplomats, experts, and development partners will converge on the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja on November 7 for a summit… Read more »
November 05
Sudan: Discrimination As Students Struggle to Access Secondary School Exams
Ayin English
Sarah Khalaf Allah, a third-year high school student in a war-torn area east of Khartoum, eagerly anticipates the upcoming high school exams, but uncertainties persist about her… Read more »
Nigeria: Education System to Be 80% Practical - Minister
Premium Times
Addressing frequent strikes in tertiary institutions, Mr Alausa assured unions of a 'new beginning', pledging a supportive environment to prevent prolonged school closures due to… Read more »
Nigeria: New Education Minister Unveils Agenda to Tackle Education Challenges
Premium Times
The new minister announced an agenda targeting major educational challenges, including reducing the high number of out-of-school children, updating the curriculum, and promoting… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Classrooms Should Have a 'Box' of Languages to Help Children Learn - New Bilingual Education Policy Is a Start [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Language has always been used as a political football in South Africa. This can be traced back to the competing English and Dutch colonisers, from the 17th to the early 20th… Read more »
Gambia: NCCE Engages Stakeholders to Address Challenges Affecting Security in Gambia
Foroyaa
The National Council for Civic Education (NCCE), in partnership with UNFPA the Gambia, recently held an extensive dialogue on human security with key national stakeholders and… Read more »
South Africa: Govt, Private Sector Urged to Prioritise Education and Employment Opportunities for Persons With Disabilities
SAnews.gov.za
As various government departments work around the clock to put final touches to the Medium-Term Development Plan (2024-2029), individuals and organisations representing persons… Read more »
Kenya: Universities Must Uphold the High Standard of Academic Excellence - Ruto
Capital FM
Universities must uphold the highest standards of academic excellence as they are the engine of Kenya's human capital development, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
Kenya: 8 Teachers in Homa Bay Arrested for Exam Malpractice
Capital FM
Eight teachers of a secondary school in Homa Bay are being held by the police over exam malpractice in the ongoing Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). Read more »
Liberia: Cathedral Catholic School Alumni Class of 2001/2002 Refurbished and Dedicates Alma Mater's Elementary Library
FrontPageAfrica
The Cathedral Catholic School Alumni class of 2001/2002 has refurbished the elementary library of alma mater to enhance the culture of reading among pupils. Read more »
Liberia: Sports Ambassador Kebé Has Launched Liberia Sports Academy (LSA)
FrontPageAfrica
Since Liberia's founding, the nation has not had an academy for multiple sports -- a gap that many believe has contributed to the country's struggles in advancing its sports… Read more »
Ghana: Prioritise Leadership Devt of Students - Prof. Aryeetey
Ghanaian Times
A Professor of Public Health Nutrition at the University of Ghana, Legon, Professor Richmond Nii Okai Aryeetey, has urged management of Accra Academy to prioritise the leadership… Read more »
November 04
South Africa: Gangsterism, Drugs Plague Gauteng Schools - South African News Briefs - November 4, 2024
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Nigeria: Withheld Salaries - Normalcy Returns to Varsities As Workers Suspend Strike
Vanguard
·NAAT insists on the planned protest Read more »
Uganda: 79,000 Candidates Sit PLE This Week
Nile Post
A total of 798,771 candidates will this week sit for their final Primary Leaving Examinations(PLE) in different centres around the country. Read more »
Liberia: UL Faculty Suspends Classes, Demands New Leadership and Better Conditions
Liberian Investigator
The University of Liberia Faculty Association (ULFA) has issued a firm ultimatum: no classes will resume until a new president is appointed and longstanding demands for better… Read more »
Kenya: U.S. Embassy Launches American Corner Mtaani At Kenya National Library
Capital FM
The United States Embassy has launched Sh9 million American Corner Mtaani hub at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) to support young Kenyan entrepreneurs and start-ups. Read more »
Uganda: Director of Studies, Three Teachers Arrested Over Sharing Fake Ple Papers
Nile Post
Police in Kampala have arrested a director of studies and three teachers for allegedly sharing fake papers for the forthcoming Primary Leaving Examinations. Read more »
Nigeria: Yobe Launches Campaign to Reduce Out-of-School Children
Daily Trust
The Yobe State Government has launched a back-to-school campaign in Bursali, Gujba and Geidam local government areas to tackle the high numbers of out-of-school children. Read more »
Uganda: Schools Close in Lahore As Pollution Hits Record Level
Nile Post
BBC | Unprecedented air pollution in the Pakistani city of Lahore has forced authorities to close all primary schools for a week. Read more »
November 03
South Africa: Only 3% of South Africans Can Name All Five National Animals and Plants. Why These Symbols Matter [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Alongside a national flag, anthem and coat of arms, most countries have one or more plant and animal species that they designate as national symbols. The national animal of China,… Read more »
November 02
Uganda: Bobi Warns of Impending Crisis As Hundreds of Makerere Students Go Hungry
Nile Post
Students on Friday sought the help of the Opposition leader and were served meals at the NUP office in Makerere Kavule - as well as relief ration Read more »
