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The dynamism and strength of education

Education is a working tool. It is supposed to equip people with knowledge and skills which enable them to understand better the world they live in and to fully take charge of their destiny.

Today it seems the world has become too sophisticated and complex for the present education.

It seems we do not realise the dangers and futility of arming our children with obsolete and outdated weapons of war which will not help them to navigate complex modern day challenges. An obsolete education system poses a threat to the very survival of human beings. The object of education is self-empowerment, self-esteem, self-mastery, problem solving and accountability.

Editor's Comment
Rising abortion figures demand urgent action

Instead, they should serve as a warning to health authorities, community leaders, and policymakers that something is not right. According to the Palapye District Development Committee’s latest report, 130 abortion cases were recorded between April and June 2026.On the face of it, the overall figure may represent a decline from the preceding quarter. However, going deeper into the figures, the monthly trend tells a different and more worrying...

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