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Namibia has launched the YYeni AI Luderitz Pilot, a five-month project to integrate AI-assisted learning with traditional teaching. Supported by Telecom Namibia, the initiative aims to create a scalable model for the public education system. The project, endorsed by the Ministry of Education, targets expansion to 25 schools and 2,500 learners by 2026.
The UN praised Zimbabwe’s legal efforts toward gender equality but urged stronger action to eliminate deep-rooted discrimination against women and girls. UNICEF highlighted urgent issues like early marriage, limited education, and gender-based violence, calling for systemic change and inclusive education.
Youth development programs: while training and skills-building initiatives are important, they are insufficient on their own if they do not lead to actual employment opportunities. Many young people complete vocational or professional training but struggle to transition into the labor market due to a lack of jobs, weak linkages between education and industry needs, or inadequate support for entrepreneurship. Experts argue that addressing youth unemployment requires not only investing in training but also creating pathways for practical work experience, mentorship, and access to employment opportunities, ensuring that skills translate into meaningful economic participation.
Absa has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting girl child education, emphasizing initiatives that create lasting impact and empower young girls through learning opportunities. The bank’s programs focus on improving access to quality education, fostering leadership skills, and promoting gender equality in schools. By investing in education for girls, Absa aims to equip the next generation with the knowledge, confidence, and resources needed to thrive academically and professionally, ensuring a sustainable legacy of empowerment for communities across Uganda.
Rwanda is raising the alarm as evidence emerges that some South Sudanese students are cutting corners to earn university degrees, leaving educators and authorities questioning the integrity of higher education across the region. The revelations have sparked concerns over academic standards, fraud, and the long-term impact on both students and institutions.
Makerere University has reopened Mary Stuart Hall after a Shs10.5 billion renovation, giving its oldest female residence a modern facelift. The upgraded facility now offers improved living conditions for more than 500 students, signaling a renewed commitment to student welfare and campus transformation.
