After rainwater submerged Nurul Islamic School at New Jeshwang at the end of August 2025, our journalist held an exclusive interview with proprietor Oustaz Ousman Jeng, who appealed to the authorities and general public for support to relocate so students can study in a safe environment. More in this news report.

Tensions surrounding Almadina School appear to be easing after a crucial stakeholders’ meeting brought together parents, ministry officials, and representatives of the proprietors to chart a way forward. The gathering ended with all sides pledging to prioritise students’ welfare and continue dialogue to resolve outstanding issues amicably. More in the news report.

Mr Sainey Senghore, a survivor of the April 10/11, 2000, student protests, has called for school uniforms to be preserved as a symbol of learning rather than politics. Speaking in the wake of an exchange of press releases between the government and a civil society organisation over students in uniform participating in an anti-corruption protest, the human rights advocate cautioned against their use in welcoming presidents or joining demonstrations, warning that such practices risk politicising education and undermining the neutrality of schools. More in the report.