Introduction
When asked about their favourite leisure time activity, people rarely pick reading as their favourite one. Other kinesthetic, visual, …
EDUCATION
Using AI Tools to Improve Education Access in Africa
Introduction
Across Africa, millions of students continue to face serious barriers to education. These include a lack of qualified teachers, …
Moral Deviance on Social Media: It’s Time to Say Stop
Introduction
There are issues that, beyond their topicality, challenge us about the state of our society. Today, let’s talk to …
CAUGHT UP IN THE CRISIS OF FORMAL EDUCATION
Introduction
Across Africa, formal education is revered as a gateway to a better life. Parents, many of whom never had …
The Quiet Decline of Music Education in Schools
Introduction
Music has long held a meaningful place in education. Beyond the pleasure of melodies and rhythms, learning music supports …
Education in Danger: Famine, a Crucial Issue in Togo
Introduction
An educational emergency. In Togo, nearly 28% of the population lives in a situation of food insecurity, a scourge …
Free Tertiary Education Rises as Namibia Transforms
Introduction
Namibia has embarked on a potentially transformative journey with the announcement of fully subsidized tertiary education at all public …
Schools and Diplomas Scorned: What Future for Africa?
Introduction
In recent years, social media in Africa has become a favourite breeding ground for influencers and pseudo-entrepreneurs who propagate …
The Themne People of Sierra Leone
Introduction
The Themne, also called Thaimne, Temne migration to present-day Sierra Leone goes as far back as the 11th and …
THE HOMEWORK PLAN IN THE AGE OF AI
Introduction
Artificial intelligence (AI) has now entered many sectors, including education. However, its increasing use by students is raising concerns …