Russian Phased Out From Georgian Education System
Government wants more ethnic minority students in higher education, but won't allow them to use Russian.
9 Sep 11
Education
Afghan Sikhs and Hindus Face Discrimination at School
But is separate schooling the right solution?
28 Jul 11
Cash Squeeze for Armenian Universities
Hardly any new students are applying because pupils are spending another year at school.
24 Jun 11
Turkmenistan Drops Propaganda Exam
12 May 11
Azerbaijani Hijab Ban Controversy
While some say wearing Islamic headscarf is basic civil right, officials hint at nefarious stirring by Iran to make hijab into major issue.
17 Dec 10
Anger Over New School Rules in Georgia
Education minister brings cold wind of change into school system, imposing tough rules and deploying inspectors and hidden cameras to enforce them.
12 Dec 10
Graduates Cut Out of Basra Oil Boom
Many struggle to find decent work, despite upsurge in investment and development.
8 Nov 10
School Dropouts Tarnish Tripoli's Image
Children abandoning education has become an alarming phenomenon in the more disadvantaged neighbourhoods of Tripoli.
21 Oct 10
Uzbekistan's Ambitious Health Plans
6 Oct 10
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