insert_link Namibia Not all children read at the same pace – Namibia study shows how teachers can help those falling behind Not all children read at the same pace and level. Martin Harvey Tsitsi Mavambe, Stellenbosch University and Nhlanhla Mpofu, Stellenbosch University Reading is a powerful tool. It introduces children to new ideas. It shapes their academic journey and progress. It also equips them with skills to navigate the world, both at school and beyond. Sadly, it’s estimated that more than 202 million children and young […] todayJuly 25, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Education Ministry invests in early learning initiatives During the opening of the 6th Children's Parliament, UNICEF Representative to Namibia, Samuel Kweku, pointed out ongoing difficulties in keeping children in school, with 22% of Grade 4 learners repeating the grade in 2023. Kweku called for urgent investments in Foundational Literacy and Numeracy to address the learning crisis and transform the education system. Edda Bohn, Deputy Executive Director of the Ministry of Education, however explained that Grade 4 marks […] todayJuly 17, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia Teen pregnancy, drugs blamed for high failure rate at Groot Aub The principal of Groot Aub Secondary School, Isak de Groot, has said he is disappointed in the high failure rate amongst Grade 11 learners in the 2023 examinations at the school. De Groot in a recent interview with Nampa said out of 45 learners in Grade 11 last year, only three qualified for the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) levels and only six learners qualified for tertiary education. “We are […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 22
insert_link Opinion Pieces School uniforms may trigger sensory overload in kids who are sensitive to fabrics – our research can help macniak Lizette Diedericks, University of Pretoria and Karin van Niekerk, University of Pretoria Many people live with what’s known as sensory over-reactivity or over-responsiveness. Those with this condition experience an over-reaction to sensory stimuli, such as touch. When overstimulated, the brain triggers a fight-or-flight response, which can lead to irritability, withdrawing from people, and temper tantrums. Over time individuals can learn to manage this condition, but children often struggle. This […] todayJanuary 10, 2024 15
