Your Trusted Guide to Schools and Learning in Africa
Choosing a university course is one of the most important academic decisions you will make. If you are interested in understanding human behavior, governments, cultures, economies, or global systems, social science courses offer some of the most versatile and intellectually rewarding degree paths. As an academic field, social science is not just about theory —…
Education is one of the most powerful drivers of national development. It shapes economic growth, reduces poverty, strengthens democratic institutions, and determines a country’s global competitiveness. In Nigeria, education is widely regarded as the primary pathway to opportunity and upward mobility. However, while access to schooling has expanded, serious concerns remain about learning quality, infrastructure,…
Quantitative reasoning is one of the most important academic skills a child develops in upper primary school. In my experience working with Primary 6 pupils preparing for entrance examinations and end-of-year assessments, the difference between average and high-performing pupils is rarely “intelligence.” It is almost always structured reasoning practice. According to the National Council of…
Learning a new language no longer requires enrolling in expensive classroom courses. Today, high-quality mobile apps make it possible to build vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and practice conversation from your smartphone. But not all language learning apps are equally effective. After personally testing multiple platforms over several months — including structured daily practice, speech exercises, and…
