Graduate unemployment in South Africa has reached 12.2%, highlighting a significant issue of skills mismatch rather than a lack of qualifications, according to TechCentral.

A graduate of the University of Calabar in Nigeria has drawn widespread attention on social media after posting about her difficult experience obtaining her degree certificate years after completing her studies. According to Legit.ng, the graduate shared an emotional post describing her struggle to collect the certificate, and a related photo began trending online. The post prompted reactions from numerous netizens, many of whom responded to her account of the delays she faced.

A graduate of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has received a financial reward after sharing his third-class final-year result online, according to Legit.ng. The graduate reportedly posted his academic achievement publicly and later shared a screenshot as proof of the money he received. Details of who sent the reward or the exact amount were not specified in the report.

A University of Ilorin graduate has earned a first class degree in Biomedical Engineering after writing the JAMB examination twice and overcoming academic setbacks, according to Legit.ng. She shared her academic journey online, drawing attention to her persistence in gaining university admission and ultimately excelling in her studies despite earlier challenges.

Two graduates from Kenyatta University have expressed their joy after completing a four-year course in seven years, sharing their experiences and challenges on social media. Their story has garnered various reactions from users online, highlighting the different paths students take in their educational journeys.

Four outstanding University of Lagos graduates have shared the study habits, systems, and mindsets behind their academic success, according to BellaNaija. The group includes three overall best graduating scholars who finished with perfect 5.00 cumulative grade point averages. Their account offers practical strategies for students aiming to graduate with first class honours, highlighting discipline, personal organisation, and effective learning approaches as key drivers of their achievements.