Katsina has approved the reopening of academic activities at Alqalam University and Umaru Musa Yar Adua University by Monday October 19.

The Special Adviser to Governor Aminu Bello Masari on Higher Education, Alhaji Bishir Ruwan Godiya, told The Nation only the two tertiary institutions have met the criteria for reopening in the state, including conducting a workshop on COVID-19 protocols as well as meeting other prerequisite conditions for reopening to academic activities

He said: ’’The two institutions have worked hard to update themselves and their personnel on COVID-19 protocols, as well as readying their schools in preparation to resume.’’

Al-Qalam University Katsina had announced its reopening for academic activities on Monday October 19.

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A statement by its Head of Public Affairs Unit, Akilu A Atiku, stated that the varsity’s has also fixed 26th October, 2020 for commencement of first semester examinations.

Also, authorities of Umaru Musa Yar Adua University, UMYU, announced its reopening also on Monday having shown adequate preparations in compliance with NCDC COVID-19 protocols

The Registrar said it has earned the approval of the Department of Higher Education and the Katsina State COVID-19 Emergency Response Committee for the re-opening of the university by Monday October 19th.

Kgaogelo Bopape from Horizon International School in Johannesburg has made South Africa proud with his performance in the 2020 Maths Olympiad

- Bopape became the first African learner to garner a third place at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO)

- Many people have since congratulated the smart teen on his winning, expressing how proud they are of him

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Kgaogelo Bopape has flown South Africa's flag high. The Grade 12 pupil, who hails from Soweto, managed to obtain an amazing achievement.

The 17-year-old Horizon International School pupil walked away with a bronze medal at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO).

The Olympiad was set to be hosted in Russia this year but because of the pandemic, young maths geniuses from around the world took part in it virtually.

Bopape not only managed to get a medal, he also made history. The young maths whizz became the first African to ever get a bronze medal at the IMO.

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Kgaogelo Bopape from Soweto has become the country’s first black pupil to garner a bronze medal at the IMO. Photo: Horizon High Official, Inside Education / Facebook.

Taking to Facebook, Horizon International School gushed about Bopape's amazing achievement. The post read:

"Well done to our very own Kgaugelo Bopape on being the first African learner to receive a bronze medal at the 61st International Mathematical Olympiad held in Russia. Thank you for making Horizon High School proud and South Africa."

It should be noted that Bopape was amongst six South African pupils who took part in the IMO this year. His performance at the Olympiad inspired South Africans and Bopape was applauded online.

Khensani Matsimbi commented:

"Congratulations Mr Bopape, you are a true inspiration to the country and other children, may God bless you more."

Yolandi Costa wrote:

"So proud! Super congratulations Kgaugelo! High five to Mr Akinci and the maths department."

Tlhaki Mohlaudi said:

"Well done Mr Bopape, I am so proud of you."

Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that at a time when many are looking at launching their own businesses, a smart 16-year-old boy with Twitter handle @kbdajuiceman started his own company.

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The teenager announced he was launching his hair care business on Saturday, October 3, and would appreciate all the support he could get.

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