Schools

SANParks has warned visitors to the Garden Route National Park to remain vigilant due to severe weather risks. An Orange Level 8 warning forecasts disruptive rainfall of 100 to 200 mm. Schools in George, Knysna and Oudtshoorn will close on Wednesday and Thursday.

April 29, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has released a detailed breakdown of the Ksh1,400 annual capitation per learner for public primary schools, addressing public uproar over the Ksh95.25 per learner release. He clarified that the Ksh95.25 is solely for learning materials.

Private schools are free to adopt their own calendar structures, Education Secretary Sonny Angara said, following statements from the Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations that private schools need not follow the three-term school calendar.

March 25, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

An 18-year-old man is seriously injured after a shooting on an SL bus at a bus stop near several schools in Tyresö outside Stockholm. The incident occurred around 3 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, with the perpetrator fleeing the scene. Many witnesses, including children and students, observed the event.

Grillska high school in Uppsala is providing free student caps to all third-year pupils, alleviating financial strain. The decision by Stadsmissionens skolstiftelse has been warmly received by students.

March 13, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

The National School Chess League (NSCL) 2026 has begun onboarding schools across India through a free digital program. Headed by World Champion Gukesh, the initiative provides structured chess education with interactive lessons and competitions. Schools and individual students can register online at no cost.