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Wellbeing for Schoolteachers, a study commissioned by International Baccalaureate (IB) and conducted by Wellbeing Research Centre at Oxford University, says that teacher wellbeing has a significant impact on the wellbeing and academic success of students. Consequently, teacher wellbeing should be one of the first factors schools consider when looking to improve wellbeing across the school community.

Teacher Wellbeing Impacts Learning in Schools

By Iminza Keboge Published April 10, 2024 Wellbeing for Schoolteachers, a study commissioned by International Baccalaureate (IB) and conducted by Wellbeing Research Centre at Oxford University, says that teacher wellbeing has a significant impact on the wellbeing and academic success of students. Consequently, teacher wellbeing should be one of the…

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African Development Bank Group has approved a new five-year Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Kenya that focuses on boosting private sector-driven growth through infrastructure development, strategic reforms, and human capital development. 

African Development Bank to Assist Kenya in Development of Infrastructure and Human Resources

By Abdi Ali Published February 9, 2024 African Development Bank has approved a new five-year Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Kenya that focuses on boosting private sector-driven growth through infrastructure development, strategic reforms and human capital development. “Our support, within the context of the new CSP 2024-2028, will be selectively…

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The Postgraduate Diploma in Advancement and Resource Mobilisation is about equipping NGOs, NPOs, Charities and Educational Institutions with the vital skills necessary to advance themselves and mobilise resources, thereby ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all, reducing inequality within and among countries, and making cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.

School Launches New Business Diploma with Greater Socio-Economic Impact

By Irene Gaitirira Published October 13, 2023 Rhodes Business School has launched a new Postgraduate Diploma in Advancement and Resource Mobilisation to address a critical skill shortage in Africa. A decade ago, says Professor Owen Skae, Director of the Johannesburg (South Africa)-based school, Rhodes Business School offered a PhD, an…

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We invite you to apply to the Building Beyond Mentorship and define the future of public space and community in your city by activating the imagined possibilities of your localised context.

Building Beyond Mentorship Programme Invites Applications

Are you a mid-career creative person with 5-10 years of experience in architecture, design, or spatial practice, whose work is dedicated to (re)imaging the future of your African city? We invite you to apply to the Building Beyond Mentorship and define the future of public space and community in your…

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Based on the latest research in neurodiversity and learning through play, the Brick-by-Brick® programme (known as ‘Brick Club’ to children), is a clinically devised, child-led approach that offers children who need extra support to develop their communication, and build and maintain relationships, a positive and meaningful experience in a playful and accepting environment. Through collaborative play with LEGO® bricks, children have fun and make meaningful connections. Over time, children develop a sense of community and belonging through their shared interest in playing with LEGO bricks.

Play Included’s Brick-by-Brick® programme builds children’s language and communication skills in Kenya

By Hanna Garrett Published March 30, 2023 The internationally acclaimed Brick-by-Brick® programme, the original LEGO®-based therapy model developed by Play Included®, is now available in Kenya. Bee Heard Kenya, a leading Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy provider, is now using the programme in Nairobi to support the children…

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Africa’s youth can play a key role in building businesses, creating jobs, providing value, and innovating – things which Africa desperately needs

Reimagining Youth Skills Development for Africa’s Future

By Khalifa Hemed Published September 9, 2022 Though Africa is said to have the youngest, fastest-growing population in the world, with more than 400 million people aged 15 to 35 years, the continent is also plagued by high levels of unemployment and limited educational opportunities for the youth. Africa Frontiers…

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