Take all children to school; education is still the key to prosperity

Parents with learners joining Form One showed off their children's achievements and transition as they wished them well. The focus on schools' opening is exactly what we need because education is still the key to prosperity.

The International Day of Education was marked yesterday. Its theme this year is learning for lasting peace. The world is divided because of war, conflict, violence and hate speech. There are inequalities based on gender, race, tribe and religion. Education is a mighty tool to address these challenges and prevent them in the future.