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African Union
Africa

The 8th Edition of the African Transitional Justice Forum concludes in Port Louis

Press Release No: /2024 Date: 13 September 2024 | Venue: Port Louis, Mauritius The Department of Political Affairs, Peace, and Security (PAPS) of the African Union Commission (AUC) and the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) organised the 8th Edition of the African Transitional Justice Forum from September 11 to 12, 2024, in Port Louis, Mauritius. The Forum is an annual multi-stakeholder … Continue reading The 8th Edition of the African Transitional Justice Forum concludes in Port Louis

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Zindi
Middle East

Zindi Powers the First International AI Olympiad Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – September 12, 2024 – Zindi, Africa’s leading data science competition platform, played a pivotal role in hosting the practical round of the first-ever International AI Olympiad (IAIO) from September 9-11, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event brought together 90 students from 25 countries, showcasing the best minds in AI and computer science. The IAIO was hosted by hosted by the … Continue reading Zindi Powers the First International AI Olympiad Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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cranfield
Untied Kingdom

Powering growth: new report shows UK higher education economic impact

Published 09 Sep 2024 A new study from London Economics has found that UK higher education and research makes a total net contribution of £265 billion to the economy, with universities in the East of England, including Cranfield University, contributing £19.5 billion. The report, The economic impact of higher education teaching, research and innovation, commissioned by Universities UK, showed that for every £1 of public money invested in … Continue reading Powering growth: new report shows UK higher education economic impact

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Schools
Global

More than 400 Million Students Affected by Climate-Related School Closures since 2022

For less than $20 per student schools can adapt and minimize learning losses WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2024 – A staggering 400 million students globally experienced school closures from extreme weather since 2022, according to a new World Bank report released today. The report examines the detrimental impacts of climate change on education in low- and middle-income countries and offers solutions to harness education to spur climate … Continue reading More than 400 Million Students Affected by Climate-Related School Closures since 2022

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Yonsei University Joins Ripple’s UBRI
United States

Yonsei University Joins Ripple’s UBRI to Drive Innovation in Blockchain Research

Partnership with one of South Korea’s most prestigious academic institutions is Ripple’s 58th UBRI partnership globally and 12th within Asia Pacific SEOUL, South Korea – Ripple, the leading provider of digital asset infrastructure, announced today that Yonsei University in South Korea is the latest partner to join its University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI) program. This new partnership with one of South Korea’s most prestigious academic institutions marks Ripple’s 58th … Continue reading Yonsei University Joins Ripple’s UBRI to Drive Innovation in Blockchain Research

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AlephYa Education
Middle East

AlephYa Education Welcomes Majority Investment from TA

Strategic growth investment will support AlephYa’s continued expansion across the GCC countries. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – AlephYa Education (“AlephYa” or “Company”), a leading pan-GCC education provider, today announced a majority investment from TA Associates (“TA”), a leading global private equity firm, to support its next phase of growth. As part of the transaction, existing investors Gulf Investment Corporation (“GIC”) and Oman International Development and … Continue reading AlephYa Education Welcomes Majority Investment from TA

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PowerSchool
United States

PowerSchool Expands AI in the Classroom Across Latin America

New school partnerships in Belize, Honduras, St. Maarten, Mexico, Panama and Venezuela Demonstrate Growth and Potential for AI solutions PowerBuddy and MyPowerHub FOLSOM, Calif. – PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced six new partnerships with leading school organizations in Belize, Honduras, St. Maarten, Mexico, Panama, and Venezuela, helping bring its game-changing AI assistant, PowerBuddy, and … Continue reading PowerSchool Expands AI in the Classroom Across Latin America

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Villanova University
United States

Villanova University Names Tej Patel as Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

VILLANOVA, Pa. – Villanova University has announced the appointment of Tej Patel as Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective Monday, Sept. 9. This appointment is the result of a comprehensive national search, which yielded a strong pool of candidates from around the country. “The importance of a strong IT strategy and infrastructure on university campuses cannot be overstated, which is … Continue reading Villanova University Names Tej Patel as Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

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