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The Early Childhood Care and Education Policy of Uganda

This official policy document from Uganda's Ministry of Education and Sports provides a comprehensive framework for early childhood care and education (ECCE) for children aged zero to six. It outlines policy directions, financing, implementation roles for government and non-state actors, and monitoring strategies to ensure holistic early development.

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Foundational Learning Action Tracker 2025: Results for Africa

This report monitors government actions across 52 African countries to improve foundational literacy and numeracy using the RAPID framework. It highlights regional progress, leading indicators, and critical gaps in early grade education policies and interventions.

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Scaling What Works for Early Childhood Development: Compendium of Good Practices in ECD Policies and Programmes in Eastern and Southern Africa and Beyond

This UNICEF compendium presents case studies and good practices in early childhood development (ECD) policies and programmes across Eastern and Southern Africa and globally. It highlights multisectoral approaches, including nurturing care, early learning, parenting support, and health interventions to build human capital.

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Removing Barriers to Registration for Early Childhood Development Centres in South Africa

This study analyzes data from the 2021 South African ECD Census to examine administrative, financial, and structural barriers preventing early childhood development centres from registering with government authorities, highlighting implications for quality and equity.

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Innovative Technologies for Inclusive Education: A Review of Best Practices from Global Resource Centres

This publication reviews global best practices in utilizing information and communication technologies, artificial intelligence, and assistive technologies to support inclusive education and special needs learning, with relevance to equity initiatives in Africa.

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The Almajiri System of Education in Nigeria: History, Challenges, and Solutions

This paper examines the historical background, operational mechanisms, and socioeconomic challenges of the Almajiri Islamic education system in northern Nigeria, highlighting its intersection with out-of-school children, child welfare, and educational policy reform.

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Comprehensive Sexuality Education in Africa: The Way to Go Policy Brief

This policy brief advocates for integrating comprehensive sexuality education into African educational curricula to address health, social, and developmental challenges facing adolescents. It emphasizes teacher training, curriculum reform, and overcoming socio-cultural barriers to improve youth well-being and education outcomes.

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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Factsheet

This factsheet outlines Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) among children ages 0-17, detailing types, consequences on cognitive and emotional development, prevalence data, and demographic disparities.

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Prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences in sub-Saharan Africa: A Multicountry Analysis of the VACS

This study analyzes nationally representative survey data from five sub-Saharan African countries to estimate the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) among young adults. Findings reveal high rates of childhood trauma, highlighting the critical need for early childhood interventions and child protection policies in the region.

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Digital Technologies for Inclusive Education: Recommendations for Promoting an ICT-Based Learning Environment for Resource Centres and Schools

Developed under a UNESCO project focused on Africa, this publication provides actionable recommendations for establishing ICT and AI-driven learning environments to support inclusive education and accessibility for students with special educational needs and disabilities.

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The Policy Landscape for Preventing Violence Against Children in Africa’s Schools

This report examines the legislative and policy frameworks surrounding violence against children in schools (VACiS) across Africa. It analyzes implementation challenges, highlights regional best practices, and offers recommendations for creating safer learning environments.

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The Role of Phonics Instruction in Developing Early Reading Skills in Public Primary Schools in Ikungi District, Tanzania

This study examines the impact of phonics instruction on early reading skills in rural Tanzanian primary schools. It highlights how systematic phonics improves decoding, fluency, and comprehension, while also addressing implementation challenges such as teacher training and resource constraints.

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