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How poverty, sexual exploitation disadvantage girls in Asal region

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The long holidays are here; a blessing for children and a challenge for parents to keep them occupied and safe for the next two months.

Schools reopening may be a distant thought but the wise will make early preparations, for whether your loved ones are still in ECDE or in third level, be advised that your education bills will be much higher in the coming year. Already, estimates posted for secondary schools indicate 20 per cent fees increase next year with charges for day secondary schools being introduced that discards the commitment to provide free secondary school for the masses.

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