This year’s theme, Education for All Children in Africa: The Time is Now, was celebrated. The purpose of the event was to raise awareness of the challenges facing children and to empower them with educational information to access inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning in Africa.

During the event, learners gave presentations on topics and challenges they face such as violence, bullying, abuse, and neglect.

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Social Development MEC Florence Radzilani said measures are being taken to give children quality education, proper infrastructure, and provide safe transport for children at schools.

“In our hands lies the power to shape the future of our continent where every child receives the education they deserve,” the MEC concluded.