The Communications Authority of Kenya has announced a three-month student attachment programme for ongoing university students seeking practical experience between October and December 2026. According to The Kenya Times, the authority said in a September 8 announcement that opportunities are available across 17 functional areas, including Human Resources and Administration, Corporate Communications, Finance and Accounts, Supply Chain Management, and Information Technology. The programme aims to give students hands-on workplace exposure, with details on qualifications and application procedures outlined in the announcement.

According to the Human Reach Editorial Team, many executives tend to approach their job search similarly to how they did when they first entered the workforce, primarily by updating their resumes and starting the search process. The article by AJ Mizes offers insights on how to effectively find a six-figure career move without relying on guesswork.

Nigeria’s federal government has opened applications for the Accelerated Teacher Professionalisation Pathway, an initiative for people already teaching without formal professional qualifications. According to Leadership, the programme offers pedagogical training and certification intended to help participants qualify for registration with the Teachers Registration Council. The report says applications are available ahead of a September 18 deadline, targeting non-professional teachers seeking formal recognition.

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has introduced new guidelines for students who do not possess Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) certificates, as they prepare to take the final Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams in 2027. These requirements aim to ensure that all candidates are adequately prepared for the upcoming examinations, according to Soko Directory.

The United States has announced an eligibility rule affecting one category of applicants to the DV-2026 Diversity Visa Program, according to Legit.ng. The report states that this group of people is not eligible to apply because they do not meet the required education or work experience qualifications set out for the programme. The Diversity Visa Program, commonly known as the green card lottery, requires applicants to satisfy minimum education or work standards to participate.

The US Department of State has clarified the work experience requirements for Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery applicants who do not have a secondary school education, according to Tuko. The clarification outlines the conditions such applicants must meet to qualify for the lottery. The guidance is relevant to prospective immigrants seeking entry to the United States through the annual DV program, which offers permanent residency to applicants from countries with historically low immigration rates.