Education Initiatives and Challenges
6 articles from 5 countries
PT Vale Indonesia supports education in Sorowako, while Seoul's education chief candidates vow dignified policy elections. Ghana's education system struggles with overreliance on past exams, and Santos invests in infrastructure for a school in Papua New Guinea. An editorial criticizes Israel's education system.
27 Years After Democracy, Nigeria Still Underfunds Education, Chidoka Warns
- Nigeria's public education spending is significantly below international benchmarks, reaching only 2.14% of GDP in 2026. - Former Minister Osita Chidoka warns this underinvestment is a national emergency threatening development. - Some states like Anambra and Enugu show higher education budget allocations, contrasting with the national trend.
US energy blockade 'risks' Cuba's education system, warns UNESCO
- The U.S. energy blockade against Cuba jeopardizes the island's education system, affecting teacher availability and reducing school days, warns UNESCO. - Cuba faces an acute economic crisis due to U…
U.S. oil blockade jeopardizes Cuba's education, warns UNESCO
- The U.S. "energy blockade" against Cuba is jeopardizing the island's education system, according to UNESCO. - Fuel shortages, transportation issues, and frequent blackouts are impacting teacher avai…
Taiwan's First Rhinoceros Beetle Park Welcomes 100 Beetles for Conservation and Education
- Dongshi Rhinoceros Beetle Ecological Park in Taichung, Taiwan, has welcomed 100 adult rhinoceros beetles. - The park, Taiwan's first themed around rhinoceros beetles, aims to promote ecological cons…
Culture, Education, and Books in Guatemala
- Guatemala's cultural diversity, encompassing 25 indigenous languages alongside Spanish, is starkly contrasted by the state's neglect of education. - The author criticizes historical marginalization …
Saraki urges young women to prioritise education, skills for economic independence
- Former Senate President Bukola Saraki urged young women to prioritize education and skills acquisition for leadership and economic independence. - He spoke at a symposium in Ilorin, emphasizing that…