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The Gambian Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education will roll out an initial learning programme in seven national languages. The initiative aims to reduce language difficulties faced by young pupils during the first years of schooling, according to information provided by the ministry.
Source: Gambiana
The Luanda International Film Festival in Angola will resume on 28 October 2026 after an eleven-year hiatus. Its eighth edition will bring together more than 100 films from over 20 countries and aims to promote exchanges between Angolan and foreign professionals, according to the organisers.
Source: Jornal F8
Sean “Diddy” Combs is reportedly receiving personal services from other inmates in prison, including cooking, cleaning and making his bed. The article also mentions massages and attributes the information to NBC News, as the American rapper serves a 50-month sentence.
Source: Malawi24
The Eswatini Praise talent competition received 279 entries, according to its director, Sipho Makhabane. The organising team has started reviewing the videos received to eliminate some entries before selecting the successful candidates.
Source: Times of Eswatini
Selena Gomez married Benny Blanco in 2025, after several high-profile relationships, notably with Justin Bieber and The Weeknd. The article chronologically traces the American singer’s confirmed relationships over the years.
Source: Tuko
Writer Thélyson Orélien topped novel sales in France with C’était ça ou mourir during the week of 21 to 27 September 2026. Figures compiled by GfK measure sales during that period, according to data cited in the article.
Source: La Nouvelle Tribune
The cost of the pilgrimage in Algeria, set at 820,000 dinars, can be paid from Thursday 1 October 2026, the National Office of Hajj and Umrah announced. The payment period will end on 29 October, with several methods available, including electronic payment, certified cheque and cash payment, according to Elkhabar.
Source: El Khabar
The Sovereign Carbon Agency handed over mattresses, sheets, tents and school kits in Obock, northern Djibouti, to Yemeni refugees who recently arrived. The aid includes 500 mattresses, 1,000 sheets, 800 bags for women and 100 tents, according to Radio Télévision Djibouti.
Source: Adi
Gambia’s Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education plans to introduce teaching in seven national languages in public schools from this academic year. The measure aims to strengthen young children’s foundational learning, with support from the World Bank, according to Makutu Manneh.
Source: Kerr Fatou
Batwa families in Ruyigi, Burundi, are struggling to finance the school year amid poverty, a lack of arable land and expenses for uniforms and shoes. Parents from Rwamvura hill, in the Kigamba area, describe the difficulties faced by their children, according to the account published in the article.
Source: Iwacu Burundi
French teachers say their pay has declined in status as unions call for protests against falling purchasing power. The report highlights a salary of €3,000 that requires at least 25 years in the profession, according to Lessentiel.
Source: L’essentiel
The Indian Embassy organised several events in Djibouti dedicated to gastronomy, music, language, traditions and Ayurveda. The series included a food festival, the celebration of Hindi Diwas and a day dedicated to Ayurveda, bringing together the Indian diaspora, according to Lanation.
Source: Lanation
Chadian minister Sitack Yombatina Béni has set by decree the calendar for public higher education institutions for 2026-2027. Activities will begin on 1 September 2026 and end on 30 June 2027, while pre-registration and selection procedures are also specified, according to the source.
Source: Tchadinfos
Nigerian students receiving scholarships under the BEA bilateral scheme are demanding full payment of their 2025 stipends, amid concerns over the closure of budget cycles. The amount owed and payment date are not specified, according to Punch.
Source: Punch
Burkina Faso’s Ministry of Higher Education has set the administrative year to begin on 1 September 2026 and the academic year on 1 October. The 2026-2027 year will comprise two semesters, from 1 October to 27 February and then from 1 March to 30 June, according to the ministry’s official calendar.
Source: Lefaso
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