Tag: Education Reform
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Inmates in Halfway Houses to Access On-Campus Training at Educational Institutes
New Pathways for Rehabilitation: On-Campus Training for Inmates in Halfway Houses In a move aimed at expanding rehabilitation opportunities, inmates residing in halfway houses or under community supervision in Singapore will soon be able to enrol in courses at educational institutes. The initiative, announced on December 19 at Temasek Polytechnic, signals a shift toward integrated…
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KJSEA Grade 10 Placements Out: How to Check Your School in Kenya
Kenya Approves KJSEA Grade 10 Placements The Ministry of Education in Kenya has announced that Grade 10 placements for candidates who sat the Kenya Junior Secondary Education Assessment (KJSEA) are now public. Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok confirmed that the results and placement lists are being released on Friday, with schools and learners eager…
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CSU to Explode with Growth: Vision by Chancellor Asante
Transformation on the Horizon at Christian Service University The Christian Service University (CSU) is poised for a dramatic leap forward as the newly installed Chancellor, Most Rev Prof Emmanuel Asante, unveils a transformative vision for the institution. In a bold statement from the Ashanti Region, the Chancellor outlined strategic initiatives designed to accelerate growth, expand…
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Namibia’s Free Tertiary Education: New Minimum Standards Define Access
Overview of the Policy Namibia is introducing a policy framework that redefines who can access free tertiary education. The new plan states that free higher education will be available only to first-time students at designated institutions and for programs that meet the country’s minimum national standards. A key feature of the policy is the adoption…
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Somalia President Orders Urgent Finalisation of 10,000-Teacher Recruitment
Heads of State Call for Swift Action to Back Education Drive In a move aimed at transforming Somalia’s education landscape, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud directed the Ministry of Education to urgently complete the recruitment of 10,000 teachers promised by the Federal Government. The call comes as part of a broader push to strengthen classrooms, improve…
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Somalia President Directs Urgent Completion of 10,000-Teacher Recruitment
Somalia’s President Demands Expedited Recruitment of 10,000 Teachers In a decisive move aimed at strengthening Somalia’s education system, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has instructed the Ministry of Education to urgently complete the recruitment of 10,000 teachers promised by the Federal Government. The directive, issued during a high-level briefing, underscores the government’s commitment to improving access…
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Jigawa Children’s Parliament Calls For Better School Services
Rising Voices from Jigawa’s Young Delegates In Jigawa State, a coalition of pupil representatives and young citizens is stepping into a space traditionally dominated by policymakers. The Jigawa Children’s Parliament has issued a clear appeal: governments at all levels must strengthen education and welfare services to ensure every child has access to safe schools, nutritious…
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Jigawa Children’s Parliament Urges Stronger School Services Across the State
Jigawa Children’s Parliament Pushes for Stronger School Services In Jigawa State, a notable chorus from the youngest voices is rising: elementary and secondary education must be strengthened, and welfare services must reach every child. The Jigawa Children’s Parliament, a platform where students petition authorities and advocate for improvements, is calling on state and national leaders…
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New Government Bill Ends Opt-Outs from International Tests and Expands Intervention Powers
New Government Bill Ends Opt-Outs from International Tests A sweeping government bill aims to change how schools respond to international assessments in maths and reading. By prohibiting opt-outs from these assessments, the proposed legislation intends to standardize benchmarking across the country and accelerate targeted support for schools that are underperforming. The move is part of…
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Education Minister Pledges School Places for All Children
New Promise from the Education Minister The newly appointed Minister for Education and Youth has publicly pledged a bold reform: every child who has additional needs will be guaranteed a place in a school. Coming in the wake of a recent cabinet reshuffle, the announcement signals a shift toward a more inclusive approach to education…