Isinantet School in Narok, Kenya, has been closed after parents staged protests over poor academic results, according to Eastleigh Voice. The parents also questioned the use of Sh1.2 million allocated for reinforcing four classrooms and alleged there was a plot to transfer the deputy headteacher. The closure was reported in the outlet's evening news bulletin on 8 September 2026.

Parents of students at the Federal Government Girls College, Owerri, have petitioned the Federal Ministry of Education over alleged extortion and high-handedness by the school's new principal, according to Punch. The petition has triggered a crisis between the school's management and the Parent-Teacher Association, with the dispute drawing attention to the administration of the federal unity college.

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has suspended the head of the Post Primary Schools Management Board over alleged irregularities, according to Punch. The governor reportedly vowed to sanitize the state's education sector as part of the action. The suspension affects the official overseeing post-primary schools in Adamawa State, though details of the specific allegations were not disclosed in the report.

A South African school principal has cancelled a graduation farewell dance for pupils, citing poor academic results and disciplinary concerns. The decision, described by some as 'deeply disappointing', has divided public opinion across the country, according to Tuko. Supporters argue the move reinforces accountability and discipline, while critics believe students should not be denied a milestone celebration. The story has sparked debate on social media about the balance between academic standards and recognising learners' achievements.

The Supreme Court of Appeal has dismissed constitutional challenges brought by Equal Education and the South African Democratic Teachers' Union against Western Cape laws governing collaboration schools. The contested provisions covered donor-funded public schools and the provincial school evaluation authority. According to the report, the court's ruling upholds the provincial framework, which allows private donors and partners to support the running of certain public schools in the province. The decision ends the legal bid by the education lobby groups and union to have the laws struck down.

The North West Education Department in South Africa is assessing damage caused to schools by strong winds, according to SABC News. Concern has been expressed about the extent of the damage and its potential impact on teaching and learning. Officials are evaluating affected school infrastructure as authorities determine the scale of repairs needed across the province.