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10 Women blazing the trail in Africa

From leading nations as presidents to challenging societal norms, their stories are a testament to resilience, courage, and the relentless pursuit of progress. Let us celebrate their achievements and honour their ongoing commitment to building a more equitable and inclusive Africa for all. 1. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Liberia Ellen Johnson Sirleaf entered the history books […]

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Sciafrika launches digital learning platform to revolutionise African education

In a move aimed at addressing the longstanding linguistic barriers hindering quality education across Africa, SciAfrika has launched a revolutionary digital learning experience for students. The platform, spearheaded by CEO Mohammad Jamiu Shuaib, seeks to provide a comprehensive education in native languages, marking a significant departure from the conventional approach dominated by colonial languages such

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#Did you know: The world’s first University was founded in Africa by a woman

Fatima al-Fihri, also known as Fatima bint Muhammad Al-Fihriya Al-Qurashiya, was a pioneering woman who founded the University of Al Qarawiyyin in Fez, Morocco, in 895 CE. Born into a wealthy and educated family, Fatima and her sister inherited their father’s fortune. Devoted to promoting knowledge and education, Fatima used her share of the inheritance

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#EdugistRoundtable: Panellists address Africa’s gender-based education inequalities

Edugist’s September roundtable has taken on the cultural and social stereotypes that have historically prevented girl children from accessing formal education with negative consequences for their career development and wealth creation opportunities. The roundtable, moderated by Grace Aderemi John, senior correspondent at Edugist, brought together a diverse panel of experts and advocates who shared insights

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Speakers at Edugist’s roundtable show how to fix education

In a bid to give education a voice in Africa and address the multifaceted challenges hindering access to quality education and its pivotal role in driving sustainable development across the African continent, Edugist Roundtable convened an insightful discussion that brought together educators, policymakers, school owners, education consultants, and industry experts. Themed “The Role of Education

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Russia moves to influence Africa higher education

Africa and Russia are planning to cooperate more closely in the higher education and scientific research spheres, including formulating joint research and educational projects in nuclear, space, and digital technologies along with artificial intelligence, networking among Russian and African universities, and enhancing student and academic mobility. The plan was outlined in a declaration that was

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Russia plans collaboration with Africa on education

A Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum Summit has discussed plans to collaborate with African countries on education and science. A statement by the Roscongress Foundation said this was made known during a panel discussion titled, ‘Building a common future: Educational and scientific opportunities of Russia for Africa.’ In his opening remarks, Vice-Rector for Youth Policy,

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Uganda: Ministry of Education to improve teacher training

The Ministry of Education and Sports Uganda has justified the establishment of the National Teacher Council (NTC) and Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE). According to Jane Egau Okou, the Director in charge of Higher Education and TVET at Ministry of Education and Sports,Uganda, the entities will focus on improving the quality of teachers

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Education in Russia – a world of new opportunities for Africans

Cooperation between Russia and African countries has developed in many areas, including education Harrison an editor at champions group stated. African countries have signed cooperation agreements in the fields of education and training. These include South Africa, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Mauritius, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Mozambique, Namibia, Angola and Eritrea. Studying in Russia is considered prestigious, and

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HISTORY: Five steps to help parents, educators teach their kids African history

Towards embracing Afrocentrism an African centered education African history is a simple but multifaceted subject, spanning various periods and regions. It encompasses the early civilisations of ancient Egypt, Axum, and Carthage, which made significant contributions to art, architecture, science, and literature. It also includes the empires and kingdoms that emerged across the continent, such as

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Appropriate policies, governance structures, solutions to Africa’s education challenges – Oloyede

The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, has identified inadequate funding, limited access to quality education, brain drain, and outdated curricula as some of the challenges and barriers affecting higher education in Africa. He averred that several factors were also responsible for the decline in the quality of higher

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7 African countries write NECO examination, says Ugbaja

Students in 7 African countries are writing the senior school certificate examination and the basic education certificate examination conducted by the national examination Council (NECO). Delta State Coordinator of NECO, Princes Nkechi Ugbaja made the disclosure in Asaba during the preliminary coordination worksop for animal husbandry and home economics subjects examinars . She said that

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Africa’s sustainable development conference calls for papers

The International Centre for Policy Research and Industry Linkages of Shaveh Consulting in collaboration with Anchor University Lagos has called for papers given at the third Annual International Conference on Africa’s Sustainable Development themed ‘Shifting Africa into a Production and Industrialised Economy Amid Global Socio-economic Disruptions.’ Scheduled for October 18 – 19, 2023 the conference

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All Africa students’ union decries high cost of education in Africa

The All-Africa Students’ Union (AASU) has lamented the high cost of education in the continent, saying hike in school fees in all African countries has become the order of the day. The pan-African students body also applauded the Dangote Group led by Nigerian businessman, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, for establishing a world-class oil refinery in Nigeria.

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Caleb VC to speak on prospects of higher education in Africa

Vice Chancellor of Caleb University, in Imota, Lagos, Prof. Nosa Owens-Ibie, is slated to present papers at an international conference on Higher Education, to be held at the University of Leeds, England, later this month. Experts from all walks of life are scheduled to brainstorm on the challenges, innovations, and opportunities in higher education practices

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Meet Simi Nwogugu Named Top 10 Finalist For Africa Education Medal 2023

Nigeria’s Simi Nwogugu, CEO of JA Africa, has been named as a Top 10 finalist for the Africa Education Medal 2023. Founded last year by T4 Education and HP in collaboration with Microsoft, the Africa Education Medal is Africa’s most prestigious education accolade. The Africa Education Medal was established to recognise the tireless work of

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