The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has reassured candidates regarding the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) results, stating that the challenges faced during the examination will not impact the results. This announcement comes after candidates experienced difficulties while taking the Mathematics and Agricultural Science papers in various states.

A boy has been admitted to the University of Ibadan after achieving outstanding results in both his WAEC and JAMB examinations, allowing him to pursue a major course in Medicine at the institution.

India's centralised examination system is facing a crisis of trust as a series of exam scandals continue to undermine public confidence, according to BBC World. Critics are questioning whether reforms to the centralised testing agency responsible for the country's high-stakes entrance exams will be sufficient to restore credibility, or whether the entire model of centralised testing needs to be fundamentally reconsidered. The debate reflects growing concern over the integrity and fairness of assessments that shape the futures of millions of students.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination results for candidates considered underage, according to Ripples Nigeria. The Board stressed in a statement issued in Abuja that access to the results does not automatically qualify the candidates for admission into tertiary institutions, restating its strict admission rules for underage applicants.

The 2026 National Senior Certificate final examinations will begin in October for matric learners across South Africa, according to The South African, which has published the full timetable. The report provides dates and scheduling details to help students, parents and schools prepare for the upcoming exam period.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has criticized the Super Eagles after Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, leading to widespread anger and debate throughout the nation.