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Liberia: Maryland Technology College Explores Web Development Endowments

Eniola OladeleMay 8, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMay 8, 2025012

Maryland Technology College (MTC) in Liberia is actively seeking endowments to enhance its web development programs. This initiative aims to provide students with comprehensive training...

All Eyes on Tanzania as Africa eLearning Summit Opens in Dar es Salaam, Spotlighting Digital Education Future

Eniola OladeleMay 7, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMay 7, 2025012

Tanzania is in the global spotlight this week as the Africa eLearning Summit officially kicks off in Dar es Salaam, attracting educators, policymakers, tech innovators,...

Africa Education

Ghana’s Education System Faces Crisis as Schools Struggle with Challenges

Eniola OladeleMay 6, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMay 6, 2025019

Ghana’s education system is under growing pressure as schools across the country face a mix of challenges including overcrowded classrooms lack of teaching materials and...

Africa Education

Zimbabwe Lecturers’ Strike Nears Resolution as President Mnangagwa Approves Key Recommendations

Eniola OladeleApril 29, 2025

by Eniola OladeleApril 29, 2025028

Zimbabwe may soon see an end to the nationwide strike by university lecturers following the announcement that President Emmerson Mnangagwa has approved a set of...

Africa Education

UZ Lecturers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands

Eniola OladeleApril 25, 2025

by Eniola OladeleApril 25, 2025030

Lecturers at the University of Zimbabwe (UZ) have initiated an indefinite strike, demanding better working conditions and improved salaries. The strike comes after protracted negotiations...

Africa Education

Free State Education Department Urges Parents and Communities to Join Forces in Creating Safer School Environments

Eniola OladeleApril 18, 2025

by Eniola OladeleApril 18, 2025036

In a bid to tackle growing safety concerns in schools across the province, the Free State Department of Education has issued a heartfelt appeal to...

Africa Education

Prestigious School Tarnished by Corruption and Nepotism Allegations

Eniola OladeleApril 16, 2025

by Eniola OladeleApril 16, 2025059

A well-known Catholic school has come under scrutiny following allegations of embezzlement and nepotism within its administration. The accusations center on the school’s headmistress, who...

Africa Education

Thousands of Pupils Left Stranded as Government Delays Payments to School Bus Operators

Eniola OladeleApril 10, 2025

by Eniola OladeleApril 10, 2025035

Thousands of schoolchildren across the country were left stranded this week as school transport services came to a halt, following the government’s failure to release...

Africa Education

Government Partners with Kakamega School to Launch Air Pollution Detector in Effort to Combat Climate Change

Eniola OladeleApril 9, 2025

by Eniola OladeleApril 9, 2025040

In a significant step toward addressing environmental challenges, the government has partnered with Kakamega School to introduce a state-of-the-art air pollution detection system, aiming to...

Africa Education International News

Between Borders: Lost in the Shadows of a Cold Country

Eniola OladeleApril 6, 2025

by Eniola OladeleApril 6, 2025027

Introduction: A Tale of Displacement and Triumph Jide Adesina’s Between Borders: Lost in the Shadows of a Cold Country is a profound narrative that transcends...

Education Entertainment

Davido’s First Daughter Imade Wins Spelling Bee Competition, School Honors Her as Spelling Superstar

Eniola OladeleMarch 29, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMarch 29, 2025081

In a remarkable display of talent and hard work, Imade Adeleke, the first daughter of Nigerian music superstar Davido, has emerged victorious in her school’s...

Africa Education

5 Best African Countries for Education: Leading the Way in Academic Excellence and Opportunities

Eniola OladeleMarch 19, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMarch 19, 2025083

Education is a critical driver of development in any region, and in Africa, there has been significant progress in improving access to quality education. Some...

Education Women's World

Falz Announces 20 Scholarships for Women in Celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD)

Eniola OladeleMarch 8, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMarch 8, 2025046

In an inspiring move to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, Nigerian rapper, actor, and social activist, Falz, has unveiled an empowering initiative designed to...

Africa Education

Nigeria Overhauls Education System: Government Scraps JSS and SSS, Introduces 12-Year Compulsory Schooling.

Eniola OladeleFebruary 7, 2025February 7, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 7, 2025February 7, 20250133

The Federal Government of Nigeria has embarked on a bold and transformative reform of the nation’s education system, announcing the abolition of Junior Secondary School...

Africa Education International News

Boarding School for Young Children: A Delicate Balance Between Growth and Protection

Eniola OladeleDecember 30, 2024December 30, 2024

by Eniola OladeleDecember 30, 2024December 30, 20240110

The question of whether boarding school is suitable for young children is one that evokes deep reflection among parents, educators, and counselors alike. At its...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE Education

Critical Analysis and Reinterpretation of My Lord, Tell Me Where to Keep Your Bribe

Eniola OladeleDecember 19, 2024December 19, 2024

by Eniola OladeleDecember 19, 2024December 19, 20240296

Prof. Niyi Osundare’s My Lord, Tell Me Where to Keep Your Bribe is a piercing indictment of systemic corruption in Nigeria’s judicial system. The poem...

Africa Education

Kenyan President Honors Top Essay Writer from South Sudan for Exceptional Talent

Eniola OladeleDecember 2, 2024

by Eniola OladeleDecember 2, 20240127

In a remarkable display of regional solidarity, Kenyan President William Ruto recently honored an outstanding essay writer from South Sudan for his exceptional talent and...

Education Health

Mount Kenya University Lecturer Collapses, Dies While Attending Virtual Court Session

Eniola OladeleNovember 27, 2024

by Eniola OladeleNovember 27, 20240148

A lecturer from Mount Kenya University (MKU) tragically passed away while attending a virtual court session in his office. The academic, who was reportedly engaged...

Education RELATIONSHIP Uncategorized

The Physics of Electromagnetism and Human Relations

Eniola OladeleNovember 14, 2024November 14, 2024

by Eniola OladeleNovember 14, 2024November 14, 20240185

The relationship between electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and human dynamics such as peace, love, and collaboration is a multidisciplinary topic, combining aspects of neuroscience, biophysics, psychology,...

ECONOMY Education

Ethiopia’s Economic Overview: Focus on Progress in Education and Health Sectors

Eniola OladeleOctober 16, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 16, 20240232

Ethiopia, one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies, has made significant strides in various sectors over the past decade, with education and health being critical areas of...

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