Africa: Girls Usually Read Better Than Boys. Why This Isn’t the Case in Some African Countries
[The Conversation Africa] In most parts of the world, girls outperform boys in reading. Girls are more likely to read at or above the expected level of proficiency for their grade compared to boys.
South Africa: Children’s Book On Palestine Occupation Pulled From Exclusive Books’ Shelves
[GroundUp] “It is sad when a book like this gets pulled from the biggest retailer in the country”
Nigeria: 2027 – Electoral Hub Harps On Credible Polls, Launches Emb Books
[Daily Trust] Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Electoral Hub has urged Nigerians to insist and work towards achieving credible elections and quality democracy in Nigeria.
South Africa: Bid to Save Legendary Lovedale Press
[GroundUp] The 200-year-old Eastern Cape press is in a shambles, but there is a plan
Nigeria: Through Melodies and Narratives – a Children’s Book Is Improving Oral Hygiene in Rural Nigeria
[Nigeria Health Watch] David, a three-year old residing in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State harboured a strong dislike for brushing his teeth. Each morning, he would resist his guardian, Deborah Akinwale’s attempts to brush his teeth, often resorting to loud cry…
Kenya: China Book Corner Set Up At Kenya Workers Training Institution
[VOA] Nairobi — Chinese authorities are setting up a China book corner in Kenya’s state training institutions, to provide Chinese literature, language resources and insights for scholars and students. But analysts say such a display of soft power is a…
Zimbabwe: Social Worker to Launch Book
[The Herald] Desmond Chikamhi, a Mandela Washington fellow and development practitioner, is set to launch his first book titled “Yes You Can” on Friday at Cresta Jameson Hotel in Harare from 5pm to 9pm.
Nigeria: Premium Times Books Presents New Title On Creating and Monetising Media Content
[Premium Times] This 280-page book, comprising 15 chapters and informative epilogues, is an innovative resource material.
Nigeria: The Essence of Copyright Day
[This Day] There is need to strengthen enabling laws to fight the scourge of piracy
Zimbabwe: Novelist Targets Promoting Children’s Dreams
[The Herald] Novelist Abraham Makamera is writing a book targeting children to help them with talent identification at a tender age in order to become experts in their areas of interest.