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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court of Auditors will investigate R$ 1.3 billion contract of Seduc Amazonas without bidding

The Amazon State Court of Auditors has accepted a representation to investigate a R$ 1.3 billion contract signed by the Secretary of State for Education and School Sports without bidding.

Mar 3 • 13:03 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG unveils $552m initiative to boost basic education reform

The Nigerian Federal Government announced a $552 million program aimed at reforming the basic education sector to enhance learning and expand access.

Mar 3 • 10:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Parallel Agenda: At least 10 provinces advance in their own national education law project with a priority focus

At least ten provinces in Argentina are advancing a separate national education law project that emphasizes strategic funding, diverging from the government's proposed educational freedom initiative.

Mar 3 • 09:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos extends submission window for scholarships, bursaries

The Lagos State Government has extended the registration deadline for the 2025/2026 Bursary and Scholarship Awards to March 6, 2026, providing an additional opportunity for eligible applicants.

Mar 3 • 00:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In the midst of the strike, the Government met with teacher unions: what happened in the meeting

The Argentine government met with teacher unions amid a national strike affecting the start of classes in 15 provinces, but no progress was made in negotiations about salaries.

Mar 2 • 20:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driving License Without Driving School? Detran-MS Offers Free In-Person Course for First License

Detran-MS is providing a free theoretical in-person course for individuals seeking their first National Driver's License (CNH) in Mato Grosso do Sul, despite the federal government having launched a fully digital study option.

Mar 2 • 16:17 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG gives N4 bn each to 12 varsities for engineering upgrades

The Nigerian federal government has announced a funding initiative of N4 billion for each of 12 universities to enhance their engineering and technology faculties.

Mar 2 • 16:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government of SP opens 420 spots in free vocational courses; see the options

The São Paulo government is offering 420 free spots in vocational courses for residents, with a registration deadline of March 16.

Mar 2 • 16:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Prime Minister's Advisor Urges to Resolve the Conflict in Alytus Legally Rather Than Politically

An advisor to the Prime Minister of Lithuania emphasizes the need to address the conflict in Alytus through legal means, highlighting disruptions in the educational process and trust in the education system.

Mar 2 • 11:49 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Zamfara to Recruit 3,050 Qualified Teachers

The Zamfara State government in Nigeria has authorized the recruitment of 3,050 qualified teachers to enhance its education system.

Mar 2 • 10:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Teachers' salaries are set to increase again in 2026. We know the rates

In Poland, a new regulation is set to increase teachers' minimum salaries by 3% in 2026, amid criticism that this is merely a cost-of-living adjustment.

Mar 2 • 09:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"The state has failed," says expert about the ban on mobile phones in schools. He described a warning signal for children

A debate is growing in Czechia regarding the regulation of mobile phones in schools, with experts advocating for more decisive action from the government amid rising concerns.

Mar 2 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Some parents said they’d break my knees’: the teacher who exposed Putin’s primary school propaganda

A teacher highlights the challenges of exposing government-sanctioned propaganda in the Russian education system through his documentary, which is largely ignored by state media.

Mar 2 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

At the Forum „Education Code“ – an exclusive discussion of more than 40 local government leaders about the future of education in Lithuania

The forum titled 'Education Code' brings together various leaders to discuss the future of education in Lithuania, focusing on collaboration and actionable solutions.

Mar 2 • 05:49 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Learners Stand On Bus Steps With Doors Open to Get to School

Learners in Mamelodi face unsafe conditions on overloaded government-contracted buses, which has raised concerns following a tragic accident earlier this year.

Mar 2 • 04:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The government's lenient approach to failing students expands academic gaps in secondary school: 27% of ESO students advance with pending subjects

A recent report reveals that 27% of ESO students in Spain pass to the next grade with pending subjects, exacerbating academic deficiencies due to government policies allowing promotion despite failures.

Mar 1 • 21:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Technology support program has 58 internship vacancies open in Jacareí; see how to apply

The state government's Technology Support Program in Jacareí is offering 58 internship positions for students in various IT-related courses, with applications open until Monday.

Mar 1 • 16:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Government announces the construction of 17 indigenous schools in Amapá

The Brazilian government has announced plans to build 17 new indigenous schools in Amapá as part of a larger federal investment in indigenous education.

Mar 1 • 12:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Is it going to take 2 years to supply '10,000 households' in Yongsan? If the school issue is resolved, it could be possible in 8 months

The South Korean government and Seoul city are in dispute over the timeline for increasing housing supply in the Yongsan International Business District, with the city predicting a two-year delay while the government claims an extension of only 6-8 months is needed.

Mar 1 • 09:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Personnel Changes on March 2

Various personnel appointments and changes within South Korean government bodies and educational institutions are reported.

Mar 1 • 08:44 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sustainable Advances in Circular Economy in Mexico

This article discusses the growing adoption of circular economy practices in Mexico, highlighting government initiatives, sustainable supply chains, and educational programs that support environmental sustainability.

Mar 1 • 05:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Job opportunity for candidates who have passed 10th grade, recruitment for more than 1600 posts has been announced

The Madhya Pradesh Employee Selection Board has issued a notification for the recruitment of 1,679 posts in the jail and forest departments, requiring only a 10th-grade education.

Mar 1 • 05:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oyo distributes textbooks, school bags, sandals to primary, secondary students

The Oyo State government has commenced the distribution of educational materials to public schools as part of the 2024 intervention program.

Feb 28 • 12:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Technical education enrollments valid for national plan increase by 4%, less than the previous year

Brazil's technical education enrollments rose by 4% in 2025, according to recent government data, a slower growth rate compared to the previous year's increase.

Feb 28 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Students still without school supply kits almost 1 month after the start of classes in Campo Grande

Nearly a month into the school year, many students in Campo Grande's municipal education system have yet to receive their promised school supply kits from the local government, straining family budgets.

Feb 27 • 22:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alagoas government announces public competition for Seplag with a salary of R$ 5,700

The Alagoas government has announced a public competition for the position of Public Management Specialist with a salary of R$ 5,700.

Feb 27 • 21:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Registrations for the University Transport Card in MA remain open until March 13

Registrations for the University Transport Card in Maranhão are open until March 13, providing financial aid for students' daily transportation.

Feb 27 • 20:15 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Communities in Lääneranna municipality seek changes in the school system

Communities in Lääneranna municipality are requesting changes to the local school network, prompted by a new municipal government planning to reverse previous educational reforms.

Feb 27 • 19:47 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Beijing's Rise: The Creepy Success of China's Bureaucrats

The article analyzes China's rise as a global innovation leader, attributing it to a blend of government planning, a unique reward system for bureaucrats, and a strong emphasis on engineering education.

Feb 27 • 18:57 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

First Nation chiefs say Nova Scotia budget cuts appear targeted at Mi’kmaw programs

First Nation leaders in Nova Scotia claim recent budget cuts by the provincial government disproportionately affect Mi’kmaw programs designed to combat systemic inequalities.

Feb 27 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

School Aid from Anses 2026: How much is the additional payment and who can collect it

The Argentine government has introduced a supplementary payment for families with school-aged children to help cover back-to-school expenses.

Feb 27 • 17:52 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwara unveils coding, digital literacy programme for schools

The Kwara State Government has launched the 2026 Coding and Digital Literacy Programme aimed at enhancing digital education in schools following the success of the previous year's initiative.

Feb 27 • 17:44 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Brazil dramatically increased literacy in a poor state and now seeks to export its recipe

Brazil’s government aims to expand its literacy improvement plan, known as the 'educational miracle', which significantly raised literacy rates in the state of Ceará.

Feb 27 • 16:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Space for Islamic prayer at school: there is controversy

A school in Florence has designated a space for Islamic students to pray, sparking outrage given the local government previously opposed placing crucifixes in classrooms.

Feb 27 • 15:41 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Lääneranna's new local government plans to reverse school reform

Lääneranna's new local government is planning to reverse previous school reforms based on community demands.

Feb 27 • 15:15 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Chad: Striking teachers say they have received no salary and denounce a will to 'intimidate'

In Chad, striking teachers claim they have not been paid and are denouncing intimidation tactics by the government.

Feb 27 • 13:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Generalitat presents expansive budgets with spending of 49.162 billion

The Catalan government has unveiled its most extensive budgets in history, featuring a spending increase of 22.8% compared to the previous year, with significant allocations for health, education, and social services.

Feb 27 • 12:25 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Minister calls for temporary administrator to be appointed for Adolfo Ramanauskas-Vanagas gymnasium in Alytus

A Lithuanian minister has urged the local government of Alytus to appoint a temporary administrator for the Adolfo Ramanauskas-Vanagas gymnasium due to an ongoing conflict affecting teachers and students.

Feb 27 • 10:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Public Medical School Bill for 15 Years of Service Passes Welfare Committee

A bill establishing a public medical school requiring graduates to serve in public healthcare institutions for 15 years has passed a subcommittee of South Korea's National Assembly's Health and Welfare Committee.

Feb 27 • 10:23 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Kempfenhausen Gymnasium: New building for the boarding school by the lake

The Gymnasium Kempfenhausen in Germany will replace an aging building with a new dormitory for 66 boarding students following the approval from the local council.

Feb 27 • 09:25 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

University, CCUM: "939,000 euros from MUR prize to virtuous model of merit colleges"

The Italian government's allocation of €939,209 to merit colleges supports thousands of deserving students and acknowledges the role of these institutions in promoting academic merit and social mobility.

Feb 27 • 09:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Unrest scandal at Alytus gymnasium – I. Ruginienė's message

A scandal involving allegations of violence at Alytus gymnasium prompts urgent discussions between educators and government officials in Lithuania.

Feb 27 • 08:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘When submitting university assignments, students must disclose AI use’... The Ministry of Education unveils ethical guidelines

The South Korean government has released draft ethical guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in universities amidst growing concerns over academic dishonesty related to AI.

Feb 27 • 08:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Good News for Bihar Teachers, Big Decision by Government on Promotions

The Bihar government has decided to promote teachers who have served for almost a decade, with the process starting in April.

Feb 27 • 07:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

For more than 30 years at Folha, reader fights disinformation and advocates for public policies

Anibal Carrion, a long-time reader of Folha, actively combats disinformation and supports public policies while expressing loyalty to the current government in Brazil.

Feb 27 • 07:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

To support local doctors, one must graduate from middle and high schools in the same metropolitan area as the university

Starting from the 2027 academic year, students must graduate from middle and high schools within the same metropolitan area as their medical school to apply for local doctor selection.

Feb 27 • 06:51 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Annual School Aid: The Government announced an extra payment in March to guarantee a minimum of $85,000

The Argentine government will provide an extraordinary supplementary payment for the Annual School Aid, ensuring a minimum of $85,000 for all families receiving the benefit in March 2026.

Feb 27 • 05:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government grants an extraordinary boost to School Aid from Anses 2026

The Argentine government has announced a one-time additional payment to support families ahead of the school year, ensuring a minimum payout per child.

Feb 27 • 05:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Alumni seek 70-year-old Ekiti school return to original site

The Alumni Association of Egbeoba High School is urging the Nigerian Federal Government to restore the school to its original location, which was changed 23 years ago.

Feb 27 • 00:53 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwara promotes 2,000 civil servants

The Kwara State Government has promoted over 2,000 civil servants following successful examinations and interviews for the 2024 promotion exercise.

Feb 27 • 00:19 UTC

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