Learning to Earning: Forum Focuses on a Critical Transition for Youth
Four United Nations agencies recently convened a meeting in Jordan to discuss the skills young people need to transition from school to jobs.
Algerian University Authorities Promise an Investigation into Sexual Harassment
The head of the Algerian National Council for University Morals and Ethics launched the investigation after student groups raised complaints.
Boys Are at Greater Risk of Dropping Out of School, Unesco Warns
A recent Unesco report documents a global increase in boys’ disengagement from education and calls on governments to confront the problem.
Arab Students Fleeing Ukraine Face Uncertain Futures at Home
Arab countries are making plans for how students returning from Ukraine will continue their educations at home. Here’s a roundup of developments in Egypt, Morocco, Algeria and Jordan.
Language and Jobs Are Key Issues in Algeria’s Education Debate 60 Years After Independence
Marking 60 years of progress in higher education, Algerian academics and policy makers reflect on the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Algiers International Book Fair Returns, with a Vaccine Requirement
Algerian publishers are happy with the return of the Algiers International Book Fair, but some criticize a decision requiring visitors to show proof of Covid 19 vaccinations.
Ukraine War Claims 1 Algerian Student’s Life; Others Live in Fear
At least one Algerian student has been killed in Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s cities. Others stranded there describe desperate attempts to escape.
Algeria Faces a Potential New Exodus of Doctors to France
Reports that 1,200 Algerian doctors have been authorised to practice in France raise new concerns over conditions that make doctors want to leave Algeria.
Covid-19 Disrupts Algeria’s Documentary Film Week
Filmmakers and fans had been looking for a cultural boost from Algeria’s Documentary Film Week. Unfortunately, “the coronavirus had another say”.
Naouel Abdellatif Mami Strives to Raise the Global Profile of Algeria’s Setif 2 University
Naouel Abdellatif Mami, vice rector of external relations at Setif 2 University, believes in the importance of global collaborations and study abroad.
