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Good news about Literacy
Positive stories about Literacy, gathered from the newsrooms Rally reads. Every headline links back to the publisher who reported it.
7 stories.
Lakshadweep becomes 100% literate Union Territory
Lakshadweep has achieved full literacy under the ULLAS scheme, with all eligible learners passing the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test. This milestone ensures that every resident can read and do basic math, marking a significant step forward for the Union Territory. The success reflects the impact of targeted education efforts.
The Hindu
MEN AT WORK: South African men are learning to tell stories and raise a generation of readers
South African men are learning to share stories and encourage reading through community workshops, helping to improve literacy and engage fathers in their children’s education. The initiative empowers male role models to nurture a love of books, creating lasting benefits for families and communities.
Daily Maverick
NCDMB to feature Nwabuikwu’s The Pain and The Promise in book reading session
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board will host a book reading session featuring Paul C. Nwabuikwu’s *The Pain and The Promise*, offering readers a chance to engage with the writer’s work. This initiative supports literary culture and public discourse, highlighting important voices in Nigerian storytelling.
Premium Times
In South Korea, classes for seniors who missed out on education: 'My father was convinced girls should stay at home'
In Seoul, a literacy center is helping seniors aged 70 to 85 who missed out on education as children. The classes offer them a chance to catch up on lessons they never had. It’s a meaningful opportunity to learn and grow, no matter the age.
Le Monde
FG moves to update Nigeria’s 16-year-old literacy data
Nigeria is updating its literacy data for the first time in 16 years, a step that could help policymakers and educators better support learning across the country. Accurate, up-to-date information is essential for improving access to education and reducing inequality. This move highlights a commitment to evidence-based progress.
Business Day
Enough talk — it’s time to make literacy a right in South Africa
South Africa is taking a step toward making literacy a constitutional right, ensuring it’s legally enforced rather than just an aspirational goal. This change could transform education access for millions, giving every child a stronger foundation for success. It’s a powerful move toward fairness and opportunity.
Daily Maverick
New photograph marks Queen's 79th birthday
Queen Camilla is celebrating her birthday with a new photograph and a pledge to boost children’s literacy. The image, taken at Hillsborough Castle, shows her in a long blue dress. Her focus on young readers is a welcome step forward.
BBC News
