Education

Qatar University Signs Agreement with UTG, Others to Enhance Business Education in Africa

Frederic Tendeng May 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (DOHA) – Qatar University (QU) has signed a groundbreaking agreement aimed at revolutionizing business education in Africa. The agreement brings together the College of Business and Economics at QU and several prestigious business schools across the continent, including The University of The Gambia, The Business School at the University of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, the University of Ghana Business School, and the University of Nairobi in Kenya.

Gambia Updates Sexual Harassment Guidelines to Safeguard Children in Education Sector

Makutu Manneh May 8, 2024

The Sexual Harassment Guidelines and code of conduct for the education sector were recently revised and evaluated by the unit with financing from the SWEED project, which aims to address significant issues affecting adolescent girls.

TANGO and Book Aid International Foster Reading Culture with Book Donation to UTG and MDI

Makutu Manneh May 7, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a bid to enhance the culture of reading and elevate library standards in tertiary institutions, the Association of Non-Governmental Organizations (TANGO) partnered with Book Aid International to donate 80 books to the University of The Gambia (UTG) and the Management Development Institute (MDI).

WASSCE 2024 Kicks Off, Over 1.8 Million Candidates Across Four West African Nations

Frederic Tendeng April 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (LAGOS) – The West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates in 2024 commences on Tuesday, April 30, as confirmed by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).

GFF Clarifies Misunderstanding Over Football Trials in Schools

Frederic Tendeng April 25, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) has addressed a misunderstanding regarding football trials in schools. The issue arose from a circular issued to the Regional Education Directorates, which the GFF became aware of through social media.

Ministry of Education Calls for Collaboration with Football Federation on Student Scouting

Frederic Tendeng April 23, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education in The Gambia has issued a statement banning the Gambia Football Federation’s (GFF) scouting activities involving students of different age categories in schools. While acknowledging the importance of talent identification in sports, the Ministry emphasized the need to prioritize students’ education.

Higher Education Ministry Advances Gender Equality in Tertiary Institutions

Frederic Tendeng April 1, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (MoHERST), in partnership with the Commonwealth of Learning (COL), is making significant strides in promoting gender equality within the country’s tertiary and higher educational institutions. As part of a comprehensive initiative to implement the Gender Scorecard, MoHERST recently conducted a pivotal Scoring Workshop.

Govt Offers Annual $400 per TVET Student, Bring Changes at Faraba Banta Campus

Frederic Tendeng March 29, 2024

President Adama Barrow recently hosted a gathering at the State House in Banjul to assess the Ministry of Higher Education’s progress

Gambian Officials Inspect Gujarat University, After Attack on Foreign Students

Frederic Tendeng March 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – A delegation from the African nation of Gambia visited the Gujarat University campus to discuss safety measures for students in the wake of an attack on foreign students. The incident, which occurred three days ago, involved nearly 30 students from Gambia studying at the university.

Gambia Introduces Local Languages in Education

Frederic Tendeng March 17, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In a significant stride towards education reform and preserving local languages, the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education in The Gambia unveiled its Language in Education Policy. This policy aims to integrate local languages into the education curriculum from early childhood development to grade 3.

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