The Federal Government has prohibited individuals under the age of 18 from taking part in the National Examinations Council and West African Examinations Council exams. The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman disclosed this when he featured on Channels Television’s ‘Sunday Politics’ program on Sunday night. Mamman explained that the federal government has directed WAEC, which conducts the West African Senior School Certificate Examination and NECO, which oversees the Senior School Certificate Examination to enforce the 18-year age requirement for candidates wishing to take these exams. This, he said was not a new policy. He added that the age limit…
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A question about the benefits of ‘multiculturalism’ in Australia has caused a stir on ABC’s Q+A program.Audience member Jenny Carroll told the panel on Monday night that it was drummed into her children when they were at school in the 1990s that diversity is one of the nation’s greatest strengths.However the mother-of-two said she believes those who have descended from European settlers are now being ‘demonised’ by people from other backgrounds.’My children, now almost 30 and 34, went to the local state public school and were dictated to that multiculturalism is a great thing,’ Ms Carroll said.’I don’t believe it is…
In the aftermath of the sudden sinking of the £30 million Bayesian superyacht, experts say there is still a slim hope for the six missing passengers. The ship sunk suddenly just before 5am on Monday morning after being struck by a freak waterspout while it was anchored off the coast of Porticello in Sicily.While 15 passengers have been rescued, those still missing include the British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, his 18-year-old daughter Hannah and a boss at Morgan Stanley.Despite having disappeared 50 metres beneath the waves almost three days ago, experts say there is a chance that the missing passengers could…
In SummaryMauritius retains its position as the most secure country in Africa for the fifth consecutive year.Botswana and Rwanda follow closely, reflecting significant strides in governance and public safety.New entrants like Ghana and Namibia make notable improvements, entering the top five rankings.The Global Security and Peace Index (GSPI) 2024 reports overall improvement in safety metrics across the continent.Investment in social infrastructure and regional collaboration are key factors driving enhanced security.Port Louis, Mauritius- The year 2024 marks a significant milestone for Africa as several nations continue to demonstrate remarkable progress in ensuring security and stability for their citizens. According to the…
Enugu Rangers narrowly escaped an upset at the hands of Comoros side, US Zilimadjou, during the second leg of the CAF Champions League preliminary round at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Friday. The match ended in a surprising 1-1 draw against the Comoros team, highlighting the continued struggles of Nigerian clubs in CAF inter-club competitions. Despite the draw, Enugu Rangers advanced to the next round with a narrow 2-1 aggregate victory over US Zilimadjou. The Nigerian side had difficulty containing their opponents, managing only a precarious 1-0 win in the first leg, also played in Uyo, because…
African Literary Cities (ALC) project is once again collaborating with Open Book Festival (OBF) for the 2024 edition of the event taking place at the Homecoming Centre in District Six. The project is sponsoring two panels, Reading the Streets and Cities of Trauma, on 6 and 7 September respectively. By bringing together authors, book enthusiasts and performers, Cape Town’s biggest book festival creates an inclusive space for important conversations. It is set to explore a range of themes including mental health, fatherhood, creativity, and the impact of history on the present. ALC is a three-year project (2023 – 2025) funded…
Last week, following public outrage and harsh condemnation by various civic-minded groups within and outside the country, the Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, decided to pull a bill that he first introduced back in July, and which had already passed its first reading in the lower legislative chamber. Among other things, the so-called Counter Subversion Bill 2024 recommended a combination of severe fines and lengthy jail terms for “offenses” as specific—if absurd—as “failure to recite the national anthem or pledge;” and as ambiguous as “insulting, defaming, or bringing disrepute to (sic) community, religious or government leaders…
Country music legend Dolly Parton, known for her iconic style and timeless beauty, is set to launch her own makeup line, Dolly Beauty. This new venture, inspired by Parton’s lifelong desire to be beautiful, marks a significant expansion of her brand, following the success of her fragrance line, Scent From Above. With the launch of Dolly Beauty on August 22, Parton continues to share her passion for glamour and inclusivity with fans around the world.A Lifelong Dream of BeautyAt 78, Dolly Parton has spent decades in the spotlight, not just for her music but also for her distinctive look, which…
In a recent piece over at Good Authority I highlighted two important trends that should inform our understanding of ongoing youth-led protests in Kenya. First, over the last 20 years the share of Kenyans reporting an affiliation with political parties has declined from almost 70% to about half. Second, the reported decline in party affiliation has been faster among young people (35 and under) than older people. The share of non-affiliated young people has increased from just over 30% to over 50%. The decline in party affiliation was also reflected in electoral participation, with the 2022 election witnessing a significant…
If you’ve recently had the misfortune of glancing through the website formerly known as Twitter (now X), you’d know that Gayton McKenzie, the newly appointed South African Minister of sport, arts, and culture, completed the Mandela Day Walk and Run on July 20 (held annually on or around Nelson Mandela’s birthday on July 18). Normally, the exercise habits of a public official would be considered irrelevant given the more serious problems facing a country. But not for the leader of the Patriotic Alliance (PA). McKenzie has used his recent fitness kick as a symbol for his quest to shed the…