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UoN orders students back to lectures following end of nationwide university strike

NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2 – The University of Nairobi has resumed teaching, examinations and other academic activities following the end of a nationwide lecturers’ strike that disrupted learning in public universities for nearly a month. The strike involved the Universities’ Academic Staff Union (UASU), the Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) and the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA), affecting public universities and their constituent colleges.

French Students Resume Protests As Holidays End

Just one percent of France’s 3,700 high schools for 15 to 18-year-olds called lycees were blockaded, the education ministry said. Education Minister Edouard Geffray told the France Inter radio station students should return to the classroom to avoid failing exams.

Karnataka Examination Authority to conduct single examination for recruitment to multiple posts

Recruitment through a CET-style counselling process; KEA will conduct a common examination for equivalent posts across 33 departments at once

Jack and Jill School students excel in Vigilance Awareness Week competitions

Two SFI activists suspended over alleged disruption of convocation ceremony at Maharaja’s College

SFI alleges that the chairperson and vice-chairperson of the college union were suspended for asking the Higher Education Minister legitimate questions about the suspension of 16 students at the Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady.

Cyclone Murasu: schools, colleges in Bapatla district to remain closed on November 3

Garden City University launches programme to support SHS students

Garden City University (GCU) has launched an academic enrichment initiative to help Senior High School (SHS) students adjust to Ghana’s revised education curriculum through practical learning, university-level instruction, and access to specialised facilities. This initiative reflects Professor Eric K. Ofori’s strategic vision for Garden City University, Vice-Chancellor, to position the institution as “An Entrepreneurial GCU for Quality Inclusive Tertiary Education.”

85 polytechnic students selected during campus recruitment drive

Uyo secondary schools organise peace summit amid recurring student clashes

The initiative's planned rotation could provide a platform for continued engagement among schools, although the absence of three institutions from the maiden gathering leaves questions about how broadly the effort will be adopted

Kuvempu University writes to Secretary of Higher Education for action on former Registrar (Evaluation)

The former Registrar (Evaluation) drew an advance of ₹40 lakh as the Abstract Contingency Bill for the 34th annual convocation

GES cautions teachers against painful forms of punishment in schools

The Deputy Director-General of Quality and Access at the GES, Dr Ishak Munawaru, said such practices were inconsistent with the professional standards expected of teachers and the Service’s Code of Conduct. GES awaits findings into alleged sexual misconduct at Obuasi SHST Meanwhile, Dr Munawaru said the GES was awaiting the outcome of investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct at Obuasi Senior High Technical School.

University cancels final-year students’ exam over ‘wild jubilation’

While university authorities have cited safety concerns and the need to maintain order, the decision by Ambrose Alli University to cancel an examination and postpone its retake until the next academic session has raised questions about the proportionality of sanctions for collective misconduct.

GES warns staff found guilty of sexual harassment face dismissal

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has reiterated its commitment to dealing firmly with sexual harassment in schools, warning that any staff member found culpable faces dismissal. Deputy Director-General in charge of Quality and Access at the GES, Dr Issahaque Munwaru, said a substantiated case of sexual harassment would be sufficient grounds for terminating the employment of the staff member involved.

French school protests resume on small scale as students return from break

Education ministry says 41 schools blockaded as students return after holiday break.

PS Karugu Urges KCSE Candidates to Stay Focused and Finish Strong

NYERI, Kenya, Nov 2 — State Department for East African Community Affairs Principal Secretary Caroline Karugu, has urged Form Four candidates across the country to approach the 2026 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations with confidence as the national tests officially begin. The PS, who is also acting Principal Secretary for the State Department for ASALs and Regional Development, made the remarks on Monday while visiting examination centres in Nyeri County.

CPI(M)-led group holds march to Sanskrit university’s Kalady campus demanding permission for suspended SFI activists to write exams as per HC order

Varsity had suspended 16 students in connection with protest led by SFI to press various demands while a meeting of Syndicate was under way on August 13

‘They assume the man next to me is the owner’: four women doing business in Africa in their own way

From feeding schoolchildren to recycling tyres, these entrepreneurs are challenging stereotypes while solving social and environmental problems Africa is thought to have a higher proportion of female entrepreneurs than any other continent and yet many still struggle to access financing. Four business leaders from Nigeria, Uganda, Kenya and Malawi tell us about the inspiration behind their success – and the challenges women still face.

Students of Wayanad school protest seeking revocation of principal’s transfer over alleged lapses during study tour

Higher Education department took action against him claiming that official guidelines were not followed during a study tour undertaken by students

KEA to go ahead with written examination for recruitment of PU college principals in Karnataka on November 20, 22

The lecturers’ association had submitted a representation seeking postponement of the examination by one month citing lack of time for preparation

NASS Roundup: Rising school fees, insecurity, poor telecom network, other stories from House of Reps

The House of Representatives this week addressed concerns over rising tuition fees in public tertiary institutions, poor telecommunications services, insecurity in Taraba, declining revenue at Kaduna Polytechnic and the regulation of electric and CNG vehicle imports.

GES cancels two-day mid-term break for basic schools in November

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has cancelled the two-day mid-term break scheduled for basic schools on November 5 and 6, 2026, as part of efforts to make up for instructional time lost during the recent industrial action. The notice was signed by Daniel Fenyi of the Ghana Education Service (GES).

Two people allegedly stabbed outside south Canberra school

ACT police are investigating after a student and another person were allegedly stabbed during an altercation in the car park of Lake Tuggeranong College in Canberra's south.

University cancels show by queer Aboriginal artist following complaint

An exhibition has been abruptly shuttered by the University of Tasmania after one day, following a complaint made during its installation.

SRN Mehta School-Kalaburagi student selected for national-level chess championship

Anish P. More secures fifth place in State-level tournament