Tanoto Foundation has opened applications for its 2026 Fellowship Programme, aiming to cultivate young Indonesian leaders dedicated to transforming education and social development in the country. The program offers allowances, funding, and networking opportunities.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced new appointments for key educational institutions in Nigeria, including NECO, NBTE, Federal Polytechnic in N'yak Shendam, and the National Library of Nigeria. These appointments aim to reform and reposition these institutions.

This roundup includes news on student competitions, new AI skill initiatives, trends in international student mobility to Ireland, and university graduations and placements across various institutions in India.

This article critiques the influence of billionaire-backed initiatives on public education, particularly concerning reading instruction and the push for standardized, privatized teacher training, arguing it diminishes teacher autonomy and leads to worse outcomes.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and Times Higher Education (THE) co-hosted the Asia Universities Summit 2026, focusing on Asia's role in global transformation and innovation through higher education. The summit also discussed the impact of AI in academia.

UNESCO has launched a new observatory to support Latin American and Caribbean countries in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their education systems, focusing on equity, quality, and sustainable development.

Nigeria and the UK are strengthening their partnership in education and skills development, focusing on improving learning outcomes and equipping youth with relevant skills. This collaboration aims to build a globally competitive workforce in Nigeria.

Nigeria's Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, claims that President Bola Tinubu's administration has upheld its promise of uninterrupted university education, with no nationwide strikes from ASUU occurring in the last three years. Significant investments have been made in infrastructure and student loans.

Nigeria is strengthening its collaboration with the United Kingdom to enhance its education sector. The initiative aims to attract foreign investment, establish international-standard schools within Nigeria, and reduce the cost of studying abroad for Nigerian students. This move is expected to create job opportunities and foster skills development, aligning education with labor market needs.

A UK delegation has concluded a trade mission in Nigeria focused on expanding educational cooperation. The mission aimed to foster bilateral ties in school development and technical training, with a focus on establishing UK-standard schools and developing vocational training systems in Nigeria.