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Algeria will teach English before French in primary schools for the first time starting in the 2026-2027 school year, marking a historic shift away from French influence amid strained relations. The move is part of President Tebboune's language reform, which has already expanded English in universities and public signage, though French retains a strong presence.
Many Kenyan students say learning in their mother tongue helps them absorb knowledge better, but English remains the dominant language in education and employment. The story of Lona Chepkemoi and others illustrates the global debate over language of instruction, as UNESCO reports 40% of learners worldwide are not taught in a language they understand well. Kenya's education system faces a dual challenge: effective learning in familiar languages versus the necessity of English for higher education and global opportunities.
On the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, June 18, AI tasked with detecting and removing toxic content still falls far short of human judgment. Al Jazeera analyzes the limitations of AI models, highlighting inconsistent scoring, failure to detect implicit hate speech, and misclassification of reclaimed language.
