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        <title>Parents and guardians denounce the shortage of teachers and question the management of human resources in the education system in Brava</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 30, 2026 (Bravanews)  — A group of parents, guardians, and some teachers contacted Bravanews to express their outrage over what they consider to be serious issues in the management of human resources by the Ministry of Education’s delegation on the island of Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:11:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Kindergarten teachers in Brava accuse the City Council of a lack of willingness to resolve pending cases</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Kindergarten Teachers in Brava Accuse City Council of a Lack of Will to Resolve Pending Issues</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, December 17, 2026 (Bravanews) — Kindergarten teachers on the island of Brava are denouncing what they consider to be a lack of willingness on the part of the Brava City Council to resolve outstanding salary issues. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:05:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Fogo: Education Minister Advocates for Restrictions on Cell Phone Use in Schools Through Ninth Grade</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Headline: Education Minister Advocates for Restrictions on Cell Phone Use in Schools Through Ninth Grade</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Education Minister Arnaldo Brito today advocated maintaining the ban on cell phone use through the ninth grade, arguing that early and excessive exposure to screens can harm children’s development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:04:18 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Between the rhetoric of quality education and the reality of school buildings in Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/The Gap Between the Rhetoric of Quality Education and the Reality of School Buildings - Brava</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, September 10, 2026 (Bravanews) - In Cape Verde, talk of quality education has become a recurring theme in political speeches, government programs, parliamentary addresses, and official ceremonies. Education is presented as one of the key priorities for the country’s development, the cultivation of human capital, and the building of a society better prepared to face the challenges of the future. The government itself has advocated for curriculum reforms, improvements in learning, digital transformation, teacher training, and infrastructure modernization as pillars of a more efficient and inclusive education system. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:41:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Between the rhetoric of quality education and the reality of school buildings in Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Students at Nossa Senhora do Monte School begin the school year amid signs of deterioration</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Students at Nossa Senhora do Monte School Begin the School Year Amid Signs of Deterioration</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Students at Nossa Senhora do Monte School are set to begin the new school year under conditions that have sparked concern and outrage among teachers, parents, and guardians. The school shows visible signs of deterioration, raising questions about the conditions provided to students as they return to class. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:35:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Government Considers Shutting Down UTA to Streamline Resources</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-considers-shutting-down-uta-to-streamline-resources</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The government acknowledges that the closure of the Atlantic Technical University and the integration of its faculties into the University of Cape Verde is one of the scenarios under consideration. The situation is being analyzed with a view to streamlining resources, the Minister of Education, Vocational Training, Higher Education, Science, and Innovation announced today. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:28:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government Considers Eliminating UTA to Streamline Resources</media:keywords>
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        <title>Teachers Demand Urgent Clarification on INPS Deductions and Delayed Pay</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Teachers Demand Urgent Clarification on INPS Deductions and Pay Delays</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 6, 2026 (Bravanews) — An opinion piece recently published by Professor Nilton has sparked intense public debate by focusing on the professional, financial, and social circumstances of teachers employed by the government. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:48:26 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Teachers Demand Urgent Clarification on INPS Deductions and Delayed Pay</media:keywords>
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        <title>Member of Parliament Maria Antonia Alves reinforces her monitoring of the Education sector and announces a visit to all schools in the municipality.</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Member of Parliament Maria Antonia Alves today made her first institutional visit to the Education Delegation of her electoral district, at a time marked by preparations for the start of another school year. The parliamentarian intends to closely monitor the conditions in the sector, identify the main constraints, and bring the concerns and needs of the educational communities to Parliament. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:44:22 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>The Nossa Senhora do Monte Central School continues to call for renovation after more than a decade of neglect</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Nossa Senhora do Monte Central School Continues to Call for Restoration After More Than a Decade of Deteriorating Conditions</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, July 29, 2026 (Bravanews) - The Nossa Senhora do Monte Central School continues to call for urgent and comprehensive repairs to its facilities, amid ongoing deterioration that has persisted for more than a decade without a permanent solution being implemented. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:35:10 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Teachers from Nossa Senhora do Monte defend the local school administration.</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, July 28, 2026 (Bravanews) - Teachers born and raised in the parish of Nossa Senhora do Monte are openly advocating that the management of the local schools should be taken over by professionals from the locality itself. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:30:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Professor Eduardo Fernandes Honored for His Career in Education and the Pride He Brings to Ilha Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Professor Eduardo Fernandes, Recognized for His Career in Education and the Pride He Brings to Ilha Brava</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Mindelo, July 11, 2026 (Bravanews) — The career of Professor Eduardo Fernandes, the current principal of the Monte Sossego School, was publicly recognized in an article sent to Bravanews. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:14:03 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Bravense&amp;apos;s Daughter Chosen Class Valedictorian and Outstanding Student at Tolman High School in Pawtucket, USA</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/naima-gonzalez-is-valedictorian-and-stands-out-as-best-student-at-tolman-high-school-in-pawtucket-united-states</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Naima Gonzalez, the daughter of a Bravense woman, was distinguished as the best student at Tolman High School in Pawtucket, earning the title of valedictorian. With family roots on Brava Island, Cape Verde, Naima attributes much of her success to the support and teachings of her mother, who always encouraged her to believe that anything is possible. The young woman will go on to Trinity College, where she will study Psychology. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:16:18 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: ICCA sensitizes students at Eugénio Tavares School to the risks of teenage pregnancy</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-icca-sensitizes-eugenio-tavares-school-students-to-the-risks-of-adolescent-pregnancy</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Today, the Cape Verdean Institute for Children and Adolescents (ICCA) held an awareness-raising session on teenage pregnancy at the Eugénio Tavares Secondary School, with the aim of alerting young people to the associated physical and psychological risks. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 19:52:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Minister Amadeu Cruz visits the island to assess the education sector.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava, Minister Amadeu Cruz, visits the island to assess the education sector.</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Education, Amadeu Cruz, stated today that his visit to Brava Island aims to take stock of the work carried out in the education sector throughout his term. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:50:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Former Headmaster of the High School and former Delegate Orlando Burgo donates books to the Library of the Eugénio Tavares Secondary School.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-director-of-the-high-school-and-ex-delegate-orlando-burgo-donates-books-to-the-library-of-the-eugenio-tavares-secondary-school-library</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The library at Eugénio Tavares Secondary School, on the island of Brava, was recently enriched with an important donation of books, offered by the school&#039;s former delegate, Orlando Burgo, in a gesture that is being widely praised by the educational community. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:11:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former Headmaster of the High School and former Delegate Orlando Burgo donates books to the Library of the Eugénio Tavares Secondary School.</media:keywords>
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        <title>CEFP and Espaço Simonny plan partnership for aesthetics training in São Filipe</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/cefp-and-espaco-simonny-project-partnership-for-aesthetic-training-in-sao-filipe</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, February 20, 2026 (Bravanews) - The Employment and Vocational Training Center (CEFP) - Fogo e Brava is taking concrete steps to strengthen professional qualifications in the area of aesthetics in the region. Last Monday, the 16th, CEFP&#039;s management made a technical visit to the company Espaço Simonny - Clínica de Beleza e Estética, in the city of São Filipe, with the aim of assessing, on the ground, the unit&#039;s property and technical conditions, with a view to formalizing a training partnership. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:52:23 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: City Council delivers renovated kindergarten in the town of Lém</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava Municipal Council delivers renovated kindergarten in the town of Lem</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The Brava Municipal Council today officially handed over the &quot;Nho Taninho&quot; Kindergarten in the town of Lém, following rehabilitation works valued at almost three million escudos. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:10:43 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava hosts MFIDS training under the Social and Productive Inclusion Program</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-acolhe-formacao-do-mfids-no-ambito-do-programa-de-inclusao-social-e-produtiva</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The island of Brava was the scene of a training session as part of the Social and Productive Inclusion Program, promoted and financed by Cape Verde&#039;s Ministry of Family, Inclusion and Social Development (MFIDS), an initiative that aims to strengthen the economic and social autonomy of vulnerable families. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:40:09 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Kevin Santiago, Bravense and MIT student, leads training that empowers young Cape Verdeans in São Vicente</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/kevin-santiago-bravence-student-of-mit-leads-training-for-young-cabo-verdians-in-sao-vicente</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Kevin Santiago, an MIT student and son of Cape Verdean parents from the island of Brava, led a TechPark-MIT training in São Vicente that trained young students aged 16 to 24 to develop mobile applications and innovative technological solutions with a focus on critical thinking and Cape Verde&#039;s challenges. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:21:01 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Kindergarten monitors express dissatisfaction with new PCFR</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-kindergarten monitors express dissatisfaction with the new pcfr</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Kindergarten monitors on the island of Brava have today expressed their dissatisfaction with the new Positions, Functions and Remuneration Plan (PCFR), claiming that many have not benefited and questioning the criteria adopted. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 07:20:45 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Employee with 30 years&amp;apos; service denounces abuse of power and wage discrimination at Brava Town Hall</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/employee-with-30-years-of-service-denounces-abuse-of-power-and-wage-discrimination-at-brava-municipal-camara</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, January 31, 2026 (Bravanews) - A public complaint made on social media is generating strong indignation on the island of Brava, exposing what is seen as a serious case of abuse of power and salary discrimination on the part of the Brava Municipal Council (CMB). At issue is the situation of an employee with around 30 years&#039; service, known in the community as &quot;Professor Bela&quot;, a kindergarten monitor at the Padre Pio Garden. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 10:23:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Minister asks municipal councils to assume responsibility for implementing the PCFR (Program for the Career, Training and Rehabilitation of Early Childhood Educators) for early childhood educators.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Minister asks city councils to assume responsibility for implementing the PCFR for early childhood educators.</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Education, Amadeu Cruz, appealed this Wednesday on the island of Maio for the municipal councils to assume responsibility for implementing the Career, Functions and Remuneration Plan (PCFR) for early childhood educators. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 04:51:32 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Minister asks municipal councils to assume responsibility for implementing the PCFR (Program for the Career, Training and Rehabilitation of Early Childhood Educators) for early childhood educators.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Emigrant Mariana Fernandes donates backpacks to students at the Nossa Senhora do Monte School.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave emigrant Mariana Fernandes offers backpacks to students of Nossa Senhora do Monte school</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 17, 2025 (Bravanews) - Cape Verdean emigrant Mariana Fernandes, residing in the city of Brockton, in the United States of America, performed a gesture of solidarity during her recent visit to Brava Island, by distributing backpacks to some students of the Nossa Senhora do Monte School. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:49:52 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Teachers from Mosteiros and Brava denounce delay in salary payments</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/teachers-of-the-black-and-white-denounce-delay-in-payment-of-salaries</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/teachers-of-the-black-and-white-denounce-delay-in-payment-of-salaries</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Teachers who teach in the municipality of Mosteiros, on the island of Fogo, and on the island of Brava have denounced the failure to pay their salaries since the start of the school year in September. The situation, which has been going on for several months, has sparked outrage among the teachers affected. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:35:11 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Teachers from Mosteiros and Brava denounce delay in salary payments</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: ME delegation in Brava carries out mapping of children and adolescents outside the education system</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-delegacao-do-me-da-brava-realizes-mapping-of-children-and-adolescents-outside-the-educational-system</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-delegacao-do-me-da-brava-realizes-mapping-of-children-and-adolescents-outside-the-educational-system</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Brava Delegation of the Ministry of Education is carrying out a survey to map children and adolescents between the ages of three and 18 who are outside the education system. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 21:33:47 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: ME delegation in Brava carries out mapping of children and adolescents outside the education system</media:keywords>
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        <title>Teacher denounces precarious conditions in education and questions abandonment of Brava island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/teacher denounces precarious conditions in education and questions the abandonment of the wild island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/teacher denounces precarious conditions in education and questions the abandonment of the wild island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Teacher José Henrique Gomes denounced on social media the precarious conditions of classrooms on the island of Brava and criticized the government&#039;s lack of investment in essential sectors such as education, health, justice and security. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 18:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava, education, Cape Verde, José Henrique Gomes, abandonment, government, public services</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nossa Senhora do Monte School thanks Friends of Brava Schools for donation of uniforms</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/our-lady-of-the-mountain-school thanks the friends-of-the-brave-schools for donating uniforms</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/our-lady-of-the-mountain-school thanks the friends-of-the-brave-schools for donating uniforms</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nossa Senhora do Monte Primary School thanked the &quot;Amigos das Escolas da Brava&quot; association for sponsoring the new school uniforms. The initiative was supported by the Brava community in the diaspora and the local seamstress responsible for making the uniforms. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 23:01:50 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava, education, school uniforms, solidarity, Amigos das Escolas da Brava, Nossa Senhora do Monte</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares &amp; a story that intertwines and blends with that of the Eugénio Tavares High School on the island of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-remembers-a-history-that-relates-to-and-confuses-with-the-history-of-the-eugenio-tavares-school-on-the-isla-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-remembers-a-history-that-relates-to-and-confuses-with-the-history-of-the-eugenio-tavares-school-on-the-isla-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, October 18, 2025 (Bravanews) - In the midst of the celebrations for the 30th anniversary of the Eugénio Tavares Secondary School (ESET), one of the best-known figures in Bravense politics, former mayor Francisco Tavares, turned to his social networks to share a profound reflection on the milestone, revealing how the history of ESET intrinsically intersects with his 30-year career in public service and education. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 11:33:52 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares - a story that intertwines and blends with that of the Eugénio Tavares High School on the island of Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>30 years of history and knowledge, Eugénio Tavares da Brava Secondary School celebrates milestone with tribute gala</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/30-years-of-history-and-knowledge-a-secondary-school-eugenio-tavares-da-brava-celebra-marco-com-gala-de-homenagem</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/30-years-of-history-and-knowledge-a-secondary-school-eugenio-tavares-da-brava-celebra-marco-com-gala-de-homenagem</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, October 18, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Eugénio Tavares Secondary School (ESET), the only and first secondary education institution on Brava Island, is celebrating a milestone of three decades of existence. Founded in 1995, the school has been the pillar of educational development on the island of Flores for 30 years, training generations and shaping Brava&#039;s youth. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 10:55:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>30 years of history and knowledge, Eugénio Tavares da Brava Secondary School celebrates milestone with tribute gala</media:keywords>
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        <title>Gala celebrating the 30th anniversary of the implementation of secondary education on the island of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/gala-commemorating-30-years-of-implementation-of-secondary-education-on-the-island-of-Brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/gala-commemorating-30-years-of-implementation-of-secondary-education-on-the-island-of-Brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, Brava Island - The Eugénio Tavares Secondary School (ESET) is preparing for the highlight of its 30th anniversary celebrations. The long-awaited ESET 30th Anniversary Gala will take place on October 18, 2025, and promises to be a moment of great emotion, awards and profound tribute to three decades dedicated to training generations of Bravenses. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:02:12 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Gala celebrating the 30th anniversary of the implementation of secondary education on the island of Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV criticizes Ministry of Education and says it has sinned in the quality of the country&amp;apos;s education system</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-criticizes-ministry-of-education-and-says-there's-sin-in-the-quality-of-the-educational-system-in-pais</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-criticizes-ministry-of-education-and-says-there's-sin-in-the-quality-of-the-educational-system-in-pais</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The leader of the PAICV parliamentary group criticized the Ministry of Education today in Praia and said that they have &quot;sinned in quality&quot; in the Cape Verdean education system, with a &quot;decrease in the quality&quot; of teaching. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:55:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV criticizes Ministry of Education and says it has sinned in the quality of the country&#039;s education system</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Civic week activities run smoothly in schools</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-activities-of-the-civic-week-decorate-normally-in-schools</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-activities-of-the-civic-week-decorate-normally-in-schools</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In Brava, the ME Delegate guarantees normality in civic week activities, which also address the use of cell phones in schools. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:36:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava, civic week, Ministry of Education, schools, Virgílio Lopes, cell phones</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ministry of Education suspends 10th grade Cape Verdean language and culture textbook</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ministry-of-education-suspends-language-and-culture-cable-verdian-10-year-manual</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ministry-of-education-suspends-language-and-culture-cable-verdian-10-year-manual</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Education suspends distribution of the 10th grade Cape Verdean Language and Culture textbook, stressing openness to technical-scientific dialogue and reaffirming the experimental nature of the subject. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 20:39:06 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verde, Ministry of Education, Amadeu Cruz, Cape Verdean language, Cape Verdean culture, textbook, suspension, secondary education, educational reforms, Constitution</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava strengthens academic ties during visit to the USA</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-chamber-of-brava-reinforces-lacos-academics-in-visit-to-the-usa</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-chamber-of-brava-reinforces-lacos-academics-in-visit-to-the-usa</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ As part of his official visit to the United States of America, the Mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, was received by the President of Bridgewater State University, Frederick W. Clark. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 03:29:27 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of Brava strengthens academic ties during visit to the USA</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government guarantees start of the school year on September 15th throughout the country, including São Vicente</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-guarantees-start-of-school-year-on-15th-September-throughout-national-territory-including-sao-vicente</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-guarantees-start-of-school-year-on-15th-September-throughout-national-territory-including-sao-vicente</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Education, Amadeu Cruz, assured today, in Praia, that the 2025/2026 academic year will begin on September 15th throughout the archipelago, including the island of São Vicente, recently devastated by tropical storm Erin. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:21:35 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government guarantees start of the school year on September 15th throughout the country, including São Vicente</media:keywords>
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        <title>Coordinator of the National Prevention Plan guarantees ICCA&amp;apos;s efforts to put an end to sexual aggression against minors</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/coordinator-of-the-national-prevention-plan-guarantees-icca's-efforts-to-stop-sexual-aggression-against-minors</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/coordinator-of-the-national-prevention-plan-guarantees-icca's-efforts-to-stop-sexual-aggression-against-minors</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The coordinator of ICCA&#039;s National Plan to Prevent and Combat Sexual Violence Against Children and Adolescents stressed today that the institution is working &quot;hard&quot; to ensure that there is no sexual aggression against minors. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2025 14:49:33 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Coordinator of the National Prevention Plan guarantees ICCA&#039;s efforts to put an end to sexual aggression against minors</media:keywords>
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        <title>ESET promotes conversation with mothers from the educational community</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/eset-promotes-round-of-conversation-with-mothers-of-the-educational-community</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/eset-promotes-round-of-conversation-with-mothers-of-the-educational-community</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Eugénio Tavares Secondary School (ESET), in Brava, today held a round table discussion with the mothers of the school community, on &quot;The challenges of raising children today&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 15:42:53 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>ESET promotes conversation with mothers from the educational community</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fogo: Employment and Vocational Training Center receives funding to set up two workshops</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-employment-and-vocational-training-center-contemplated-with-financing-for-assembly-of-two-offices</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-employment-and-vocational-training-center-contemplated-with-financing-for-assembly-of-two-offices</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Employment and Professional Training Center for the islands of Fogo and Brava (CEFP Fogo/Brava) has received funding of around 8,000 escudos to set up electricity and plumbing workshops. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 15:51:12 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fogo: Employment and Vocational Training Center receives funding to set up two workshops</media:keywords>
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        <title>Teachers on the island of Brava are professionals who inspire &amp;quot;a lot of confidence&amp;quot; &amp; delegate</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/teachers-of-the-brave-island-are-professionals-who-inspire-much-confidence-delegate</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/teachers-of-the-brave-island-are-professionals-who-inspire-much-confidence-delegate</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Education delegate on the island of Brava said today that all the island&#039;s teachers are professionals in whom the institution has &quot;a lot of confidence&quot; and are considered to be &quot;excellent and dedicated professionals&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:58:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: School delegation promotes various events to celebrate teacher&amp;apos;s month</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-delegacao-escolar-promotes-various-events-to-celebrate-teacher-months</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-delegacao-escolar-promotes-various-events-to-celebrate-teacher-months</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Delegation of the Ministry of Education in Brava has several activities underway this month to celebrate Cape Verdean Teachers&#039; Day, which falls on Wednesday, April 23rd. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 04:09:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: School delegation promotes various events to celebrate teacher&#039;s month</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nho Djeca Foundation seeks support to renovate facilities at Nho Djeca Children&amp;apos;s Garden in Nova Sintra</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fundacao-nho-djeca-seeks-support-to-refurbish-installations-of-jardim-infantil-nho-djeca-in-nova-sintra</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fundacao-nho-djeca-seeks-support-to-refurbish-installations-of-jardim-infantil-nho-djeca-in-nova-sintra</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade Nova Sintra, April 11, 2025 (Bravanews), - Inspired by the early education received by Professor Nhô Djeca, Carlos A. Leitão and his collaborators have created a foundation to help improve the educational and infrastructural conditions of the Nhô Djeca Kindergarten in Vila Nova Sintra, with the aim of providing a solid educational foundation for children in the community. Currently, the institution serves 35 students aged between 2 and 5, providing formal education, important social experiences and a daily meal during opening hours from 8am to 12pm. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 13:41:10 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Nho Djeca Foundation seeks support to renovate facilities at Nho Djeca Children&#039;s Garden in Nova Sintra</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: EST holds careers fair to raise students&amp;apos; awareness of career choices</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-this-performance-of-professions-to-conscientize-students-in-choosing-professions</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-this-performance-of-professions-to-conscientize-students-in-choosing-professions</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Eugénio Tavares secondary school in Brava held a careers fair today, with the aim of guiding students from the 9th to 12th grades in choosing a career. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:19:29 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: EST holds careers fair to raise students&#039; awareness of career choices</media:keywords>
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        <title>Minister of Education guarantees funds for the rehabilitation of the emblematic Nossa Senhora do Monte School in Brava, says MP Samuel Varela</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/minister-education-secures-funds-for-rehabilitation-of-emblematic-school-of-our-lady-of-the-mountain-in-the-blue-guaranteed-by-samuel-varela-deputy</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/minister-education-secures-funds-for-rehabilitation-of-emblematic-school-of-our-lady-of-the-mountain-in-the-blue-guaranteed-by-samuel-varela-deputy</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, April 11, 2025 (Bravanews) - In a scheduled visit to the Minister of Education, Dr. Amadeu Cruz, Samuel Varela, National Deputy for the Brava Electoral Circle expressed his deep concern about the current state of the historic and emblematic Nossa Senhora do Monte School. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:25:42 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Minister of Education guarantees funds for the rehabilitation of the emblematic Nossa Senhora do Monte School in Brava, says MP Samuel Varela</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council participates in workshop on inclusion in education and public spaces</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-camera-of-the-brava-participates-in-workshop-on-inclusion-in-education-and-public-spaces</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-camera-of-the-brava-participates-in-workshop-on-inclusion-in-education-and-public-spaces</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Vila Nova Sintra, Brava, April 5, 2025 (Bravanews) - Brava City Council attended an important workshop promoted by the National Network of the Education for All Campaign, reinforcing its commitment to promoting inclusion in various spheres of society. The event, which brought together various actors linked to education and accessibility, addressed crucial issues to guarantee equal opportunities and the full participation of all citizens. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 03:53:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council participates in workshop on inclusion in education and public spaces</media:keywords>
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        <title>Student&amp;Athlete Bravense Kendra Santiago Accepted to Prestigious Harvard University</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/kendra-santiago-bravense-student-athlete-accepts-prestigious-harvard-university</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/kendra-santiago-bravense-student-athlete-accepts-prestigious-harvard-university</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Kendra Santiago, a bright student and talented athlete, has been accepted to Harvard University. As Valedictorian of the GNBVT Class of 2025 and winner of the prestigious President&#039;s Award, her academic excellence and dedication to social justice through the KEJ project contributed to this remarkable achievement. Her acceptance to Harvard is a source of great pride for her family, community and Cape Verdeans around the world. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:27:36 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Kendra Santiago, Harvard, student-athlete, Brava, Cape Verde, GNBVT, President&#039;s Award, Knowledge Empowers Justice, Southcoast Youth Courts, Soccer Player of the Year, MIT, education, success, perseverance, inspiration.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Professor José Henrique Ramos&amp;apos;s outburst reveals inequality in education in Cape Verde, shouting that &amp;quot;Scolona&amp;quot; is dying</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/professor jose henrique ramos' outburst reveals inequality in education in cape verde shouting that the colona is dying</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/professor jose henrique ramos' outburst reveals inequality in education in cape verde shouting that the colona is dying</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nossa Senhora do Monte, March 1, 2025 (Bravanews) - The inauguration of a modern school on Sal Island, celebrated by Prime Minister Jose Ulisses Correia e Silva, has sparked a heated debate about the disparity in the quality of education in Cape Verde. At the center of the discussion is the Central School of Nossa Senhora do Monte, affectionately nicknamed &quot;Scolona&quot;, on Brava Island, which is in an alarming state of degradation. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 02:13:29 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Professor José Henrique Ramos&#039;s outburst reveals inequality in education in Cape Verde, shouting that &quot;Scolona&quot; is dying</media:keywords>
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        <title>Visit from the Professor of Bristol Community College</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/visit-of-the-professor-of-the-university-of-bristol-community-college</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/visit-of-the-professor-of-the-university-of-bristol-community-college</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Last week, we had the honor of receiving a visit from Professor Dr. Carlos Almeida, from Bristol Community College, located in Fall River, Massachusetts, United States of America. Dr. Almeida is a renowned researcher of the richness and diversity of the Cape Verdean language, covering its variants from Brava to Santo Antão. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:52:13 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Visit from the Professor of Bristol Community College</media:keywords>
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        <title>Professor Elisangela Pinheiro is the new director of the Nova Sintra Educational Complex</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/professor-elisangela-pinheiro-and-the-new-director-of-the-nova-sintra-educational-complex</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/professor-elisangela-pinheiro-and-the-new-director-of-the-nova-sintra-educational-complex</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Secondary school teacher Elisangela Pinheiro was appointed today as the new director of the Nova Sintra Education Complex, succeeding teacher David Pascoal. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 02:51:24 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Professor Elisangela Pinheiro is the new director of the Nova Sintra Educational Complex</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nossa Senhora da Monte Primary School receives support to paint the kitchen</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/our-saint-of-monte-basic-school-receives-support-for-kitchen-renovation</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/our-saint-of-monte-basic-school-receives-support-for-kitchen-renovation</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The management of the Escola Básica de Nossa Senhora da Monte would like to thank Firma Camilo e Camilo, Lda for donating painting materials to paint the school kitchen. It also acknowledges the support of employees Gênio Borges and João Furtado, as well as cook Mariazinha Lobo and teacher Ana Paula Dias, for their commitment to the project. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jan 2025 08:18:02 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Escola Básica de Nossa Senhora da Monte, donation, renovation, kitchen, Firma Camilo e Camilo, collaboration, school community, infrastructure.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nossa Senhora do Monte Elementary School begins school year with methodological preparation meeting</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Our Lady of the Mountain Elementary School begins school year with methodological preparation meeting</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Our Lady of the Mountain Elementary School begins school year with methodological preparation meeting</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, January 3, 2025 (Bravanews) - The management of the Nossa Senhora do Monte Elementary School brought together all the teachers from Group II to carry out methodological preparation activities for the second quarter of the 24/25 school year. The meeting aimed to align strategies and strengthen the commitment to the quality of teaching, aiming for a productive and enriching school year. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 15:03:35 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Nossa Senhora do Monte Elementary School begins school year with methodological preparation meeting</media:keywords>
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        <title>MIT student from Brava is part of a group that will travel to Cape Verde to work with young students</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-student-from-mit-is-part-of-a-group-that-traveled-to-cape-verde-to-work-with-young-students</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-student-from-mit-is-part-of-a-group-that-traveled-to-cape-verde-to-work-with-young-students</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Bravense, a Computer Science student at the prestigious MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), will be part of a team of six instructors from the institute who will teach the course “Problem Solving with App Inventor” in Praia, Cape Verde, in an initiative organized by TechPark CV. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:30:17 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Kevin Santiago, Cape Verde, MIT, TechPark CV, Problem Solving with App Inventor, Technology Education, Innovation, African Development Bank, Massachusetts Institute of Technology</media:keywords>
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        <title>Group of Young People from Brava Island Faces Difficulties Returning to Praia City After Election</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/group-of-young-people-from-brava-island-faces-difficulties-returning-to-beach-city-after-election</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/group-of-young-people-from-brava-island-faces-difficulties-returning-to-beach-city-after-election</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ University students on Brava Island are struggling to return to Praia after voting due to lack of transportation. The situation is having a negative impact on their academic and professional performance, and young people are calling for an urgent solution. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:09:02 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>university students, Brava Island, Praia, transportation, voting rights, academic impact, appeal to authorities.</media:keywords>
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        <title>TechPark CV and MIT join forces to train a new generation of developers in Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/cabo-verde-e-mit-unem-forcas-to-train-new-generation-of-technologists</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/cabo-verde-e-mit-unem-forcas-to-train-new-generation-of-technologists</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ TechPark CV, in partnership with the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), announces the launch of the MIT Global Teaching Lab program in Cape Verde. The initiative aims to train young Cape Verdeans in the area of mobile application development, promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in the country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:58:21 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>TechPark CV, MIT, Global Teaching Lab, Cape Verde, app development, innovation, youth, education, technology, App Inventor</media:keywords>
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        <title>Some teachers at the Nossa Senhora do Monte School are dissatisfied with the appointment of teachers from other islands to the School&amp;#39;s Management</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/some-teachers-from-the-school-of-our-lady-of-the-mount-dissatisfied-with-the-appointment-of-teachers-from-other-islands-to-the-school-directorship</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/some-teachers-from-the-school-of-our-lady-of-the-mount-dissatisfied-with-the-appointment-of-teachers-from-other-islands-to-the-school-directorship</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 24, 2024 (Bravanews) - At the Nossa Senhora do Monte School, in Brava, a group of teachers decided to express their dissatisfaction with the current composition of the institution&amp;#39;s management. In an anonymous statement addressed to this portal, the educators raised concerns about the fact that the management is composed exclusively of teachers from other islands, which, according to them, disregards the skills, knowledge and will of local professionals. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 15:09:23 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Some teachers at the Nossa Senhora do Monte School are dissatisfied with the appointment of teachers from other islands to the School&amp;#39;s Management</media:keywords>
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        <title>EDUCATION DATA IN BRAVA &amp; SCHOOL YEAR 23/24. PROSPECTS FOR THE NEXT SCHOOL YEAR.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/education-data-in-brava-school-year-2324-prospects-for-the-next-school-year</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/education-data-in-brava-school-year-2324-prospects-for-the-next-school-year</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Today, we begin the 24/25 school year. This is the time to prepare all the conditions for the start of the 24/25 school year, which will be on September 16th. We believe that, together, educational and teaching structures, teachers, students, parents and guardians and the entire civil society, we will be united and focused on the materialization of the great educational projects of this year, aiming to achieve the best results, in all dimensions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:14:33 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>EDUCATION DATA IN BRAVA - SCHOOL YEAR 23/24. PROSPECTS FOR THE NEXT SCHOOL YEAR.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nossa Senhora do Monte School carries out a cleaning campaign</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Our Lady of the Mountain School carries out a cleaning campaign</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Our Lady of the Mountain School carries out a cleaning campaign</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Nossa Senhora do Monte Basic School (EBNSM) invites all parents and guardians, students, teachers, operational support staff and the entire educational community to participate in our Cleaning Campaign. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:07:55 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Nossa Senhora do Monte School carries out a cleaning campaign</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava Educational System ignores children with special educational needs &amp; hopelessness and fear of speaking out reign among mothers</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-educational-system-ignores-children-with-special-educational-needs-hopelessness-and-fear-of-speaking-reign-among-mothers</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-educational-system-ignores-children-with-special-educational-needs-hopelessness-and-fear-of-speaking-reign-among-mothers</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 10, 2024 (Bravanews) - In Brava, a growing problem is causing great concern among parents: the lack of an adequate education system for children with special educational needs. The reality of these families is marked by a lack of essential support and, in some cases, a hostile and threatening environment for those who dare to raise their voices in search of help. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:29:19 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava Educational System ignores children with special educational needs - hopelessness and fear of speaking out reign among mothers</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mother of child with Down syndrome complains about lack of attention and support from the education system</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-mother-of-child-with-down-syndrome-complains-about-lack-of-attention-and-support-from-the-educational-system</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-mother-of-child-with-down-syndrome-complains-about-lack-of-attention-and-support-from-the-educational-system</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 9, 2024 (Bravanews) - In a complaint that highlights the challenges faced by families of children with special educational needs, a mother expressed her frustration with the lack of support that her son, diagnosed with Down Syndrome, has received in the educational system. Alciolinda, a native of Santo Antão and resident in Brava, said that her son attended school, but the situation reached a critical point, leading her to withdraw him from the institution and keep him at home. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 08 Sep 2024 13:33:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Mother of child with Down syndrome complains about lack of attention and support from the education system</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council under pressure to carry out maintenance and renovation of the Nova Sintra and Nossa Senhora do Monte Basic Schools</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-under-pressure-to-carry-out-the-maintenance-and-recovery-of-the-primary-schools-of-nova-sintra-and-nossa-senhora-do-monte</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-under-pressure-to-carry-out-the-maintenance-and-recovery-of-the-primary-schools-of-nova-sintra-and-nossa-senhora-do-monte</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, September 6, 2024 (Bravanews) – The Brava City Council is facing increasing pressure from community and popular leaders to take urgent measures to maintain and restore central primary schools, especially those located in Nova Sintra and Nossa Senhora do Monte. According to current legislation, responsibility for the conservation and maintenance of primary education institutions lies with local authorities, and the lack of action has generated a wave of dissatisfaction and concerns among the population and civil society leaders. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 13:50:38 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council under pressure to carry out maintenance and renovation of the Nova Sintra and Nossa Senhora do Monte Basic Schools</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fajã d&amp;#39;Água School, infrastructure in degradation and abandonment after closure</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/faja-dagua-school-infrastructure-in-degradation-and-abandonment-after-closure</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/faja-dagua-school-infrastructure-in-degradation-and-abandonment-after-closure</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, August 4, 2024 – The Fajã d&amp;#39;Água School, which was closed due to lack of students, is facing a worrying state of degradation and abandonment. Since its closure, the institution&amp;#39;s infrastructure has deteriorated, reflecting a scenario of neglect and lack of maintenance. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:24:37 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fajã d&amp;#39;Água School, infrastructure in degradation and abandonment after closure</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verdean Student Melanie Santiago Accepted into Prestigious University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Cape-Verdean-student-Melanie-Santiago-accepted-into-prestigious-University-of-Arizona-College-of-Veterinary-Medicine</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Cape-Verdean-student-Melanie-Santiago-accepted-into-prestigious-University-of-Arizona-College-of-Veterinary-Medicine</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Melanie Santiago, a Cape Verdean student from St. Vincent, has been accepted into the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine. She had a strong support from her family to achieve her dream of studying to become a veterinarian. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 10:11:46 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Melanie Santiago, Cape Verde, University of Arizona, College of Veterinary Medicine, São Vicente, Brava, Helena Gomes, Moisés Santiago, veterinary medicine, GoFundMe, transportation, community support, study abroad, Bridgewater State University</media:keywords>
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        <title>The requalification of centennial schools in Cape Verde: A look at the divergence between municipalities, the case of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/the-requalification-of-centennial-schools-in-cape-verde-a-look-at-the-divergence-between-municipalities-case-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/the-requalification-of-centennial-schools-in-cape-verde-a-look-at-the-divergence-between-municipalities-case-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In Cape Verde, the preservation and enhancement of historical and educational heritage are issues of increasing relevance. Recently, the issue of the requalification of the Ribeira Ilheu school in Mosteiros, Fogo Island, and the neglect, abandonment and negligence of the two schools in Brava have brought to the fore a debate about the responsibilities of municipal councils and compliance with the Statutes of Municipalities. This article examines the situation in Mosteiros and Brava, highlighting the importance of the requalification of historical educational institutions and the legal and social implications involved. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 05:35:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The requalification of centennial schools in Cape Verde: A look at the divergence between municipalities, the case of Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>President says reconstruction of Mosteiros school symbolizes idea of global Cape Verdean nation</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-says-that-reconstruction-of-school-of-monasteries-symbolizes-idea-of-global-cape-verdian-nation</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-says-that-reconstruction-of-school-of-monasteries-symbolizes-idea-of-global-cape-verdian-nation</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic said today that the inauguration of the requalification and reconstruction of the Ribeira do Ilhéu primary school is a symbolic act that projects the idea of a global Cape Verdean nation. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2024 05:47:44 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President says reconstruction of Mosteiros school symbolizes idea of global Cape Verdean nation</media:keywords>
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        <title>University of Cape Verde and Check Point form partnership to train cybersecurity professionals</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/university-of-cape-verde-and-check-point-sign-partnership-to-train-professionals-in-cybersecurity</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/university-of-cape-verde-and-check-point-sign-partnership-to-train-professionals-in-cybersecurity</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The partnership between Check Point and the University of Cape Verde aims to train cybersecurity experts through the SecureAcademy program, meeting the growing demand for qualified professionals in the area. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 08:29:27 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>cybersecurity, partnership, Check Point, University of Cape Verde, SecureAcademy, professional training, technology, innovation.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Airways Aviation begins aviation training operations in Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/airways-aviation-begins-aviation-training-operations-in-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/airways-aviation-begins-aviation-training-operations-in-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Airways Aviation, a global flight training group, begins offering aviation courses in Cape Verde, contributing to the educational and aeronautical development of the region. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2024 13:36:21 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Airways Aviation, Cape Verde, aviation training, pilot training, education, development, global flight training group, pilot training academies, strategic clusters, sustainable development, post-secondary vocational training, higher education, aviation industry professionals</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verdean Student Wins 1st Place in International Creative Writing Competition</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Cape-Verdean-student-wins-1st-place-in-international-creative-writing-contest</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Cape-Verdean-student-wins-1st-place-in-international-creative-writing-contest</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Elisiane Cabral, a Cape Verdean student, won the &amp;quot;Creative Writing Competition - World Portuguese Language Day&amp;quot;, standing out among 131 participants from eight CPLP countries. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:18:53 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verdean Student Wins 1st Place in International Creative Writing Competition</media:keywords>
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        <title>Excellent student. &amp; CAMILA VICTORIA VIEIRA FORTES</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/student-of-excellence-camila-victoria-vieira-fortes</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ On the grand stage of school life, where each student aspires to the brilliance of completing the 12th year, one figure stands out with unique splendor: Camila Victoria Vieira Fortes. His name resonates not only through the corridors of Liceu Eugénio Tavares, but as a symbol of excellence and determination. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 15:52:39 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Excellent student. - CAMILA VICTORIA VIEIRA FORTES</media:keywords>
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        <title>Visionware partners with University of Santiago to attract talent</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/visionware-firm-partnership-with-university-of-santiago-to-capture-talent</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/visionware-firm-partnership-with-university-of-santiago-to-capture-talent</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Visionware, a Portuguese cybersecurity company, entered into a partnership with the University of Santiago to recruit local talent through internships, with the possibility of hiring. The office in the city of Praia has a team of 30 Cape Verdeans and the business in the archipelago represents 17% of the company&amp;#39;s turnover. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 22:39:59 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Visionware</media:keywords>
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        <title>João Paulo Roque Jr. launches educational project in Brava to teach English and Portuguese for free</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/joao-paulo-roque-jr-lanca-educational-project-in-brava-to-teach-English-and-Portuguese-for-free</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/joao-paulo-roque-jr-lanca-educational-project-in-brava-to-teach-English-and-Portuguese-for-free</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ João Paulo Roque Jr. launches an educational project in which he teaches English and Portuguese for free through his YouTube channel, The Fruit Bunch TV. Motivated by his love for education and community development, he seeks to empower people of all ages in Cape Verde, aiming not only to learn languages, but also to break down social and personal barriers. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jul 2024 21:41:19 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>João Paulo Roque Jr. launches educational project in Brava to teach English and Portuguese for free</media:keywords>
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        <title>Eugénio Tavares Secondary School and Biflores Association hold art and environment week</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/secondary-school-eugenio-tavares-and-associacao-biflores-hold-week-of-art-and-environment</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/secondary-school-eugenio-tavares-and-associacao-biflores-hold-week-of-art-and-environment</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Eugénio Tavares Secondary School started today, in partnership with the Biflores Association, the week of art and environment, according to the director of the institute, with the aim of reconciling art and the environment. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 18:09:02 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Eugénio Tavares Secondary School and Biflores Association hold art and environment week</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verdean professor, João Resende&amp;Santos, wins Fulbright scholarship to research US foreign policy on Portuguese decolonization in Africa</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Cape Verdean-professor-Joao-Resende-Santos-wins-Fulbright-scholarship-to-research-US-foreign-policy-in-Portuguese-decolonization-in-Africa</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Cape Verdean-professor-Joao-Resende-Santos-wins-Fulbright-scholarship-to-research-US-foreign-policy-in-Portuguese-decolonization-in-Africa</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ University professor João Resende-Santos, born in Cape Verde, won a Fulbright scholarship to research the US response to Portuguese decolonization in Africa. He will analyze archives in Lisbon to better understand American foreign policy during the Cold War. The Fulbright Scholarship is a prestigious academic exchange program. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:12:04 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verdean professor, João Resende-Santos, wins Fulbright scholarship to research US foreign policy on Portuguese decolonization in Africa</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: ICCA draws society&amp;#39;s attention to the different types of violence against children</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-icca-draws-society&#39;s-attention-to-the-various-types-of-violence-against-children</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-icca-draws-society&#39;s-attention-to-the-various-types-of-violence-against-children</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Cape Verdean Institute for Children and Adolescents (ICCA) held today, on World Children&amp;#39;s Day, a march in the town of Furna to alert society about the different types of violence against children. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jun 2024 03:44:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: ICCA draws society&amp;#39;s attention to the different types of violence against children</media:keywords>
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        <title>EMAR promotes initiation course for fishermen</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/emar-promotes-initiation-course-for-fishermen</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/emar-promotes-initiation-course-for-fishermen</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The administrator of the Escola do Mar (EMAR) highlighted that the Initiation Course for Fishermen began with a new training plan that was licensed by the Maritime Port Institute (IMP), considering it a “necessity” for fishermen to have maritime certificates. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Apr 2024 14:12:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>EMAR promotes initiation course for fishermen</media:keywords>
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        <title>Teachers threaten to block second quarter grades with support from Sindprof, SINDEP counters with general strike</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/teachers-threaten-to-block-grades-for-the-second-trimester-with-support-of-sindprof-sindep-counters-with-general-strike</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/teachers-threaten-to-block-grades-for-the-second-trimester-with-support-of-sindprof-sindep-counters-with-general-strike</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The majority of teachers are determined, according to the National Teaching Center, to block grades for the second quarter, as a way of putting pressure on the Ministry of Education to respond to their demands regarding salary, promotions and subsidies linked to increased costs. The National Union of Teachers (SINDEP) suggests, however, a general strike, as it has legal support that the initiative to block student grades may be illegal. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:07:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Teachers threaten to block second quarter grades with support from Sindprof, SINDEP counters with general strike</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council delivered 820 books to all schools in the Brava Municipality.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/the-city-council-of-brava-delivered-820-books-to-all-schools-in-the-municipality-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/the-city-council-of-brava-delivered-820-books-to-all-schools-in-the-municipality-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Brava City Council, through the Education Department, in the person of Councilor Mário Jorge Correia Soares Rodriguez MJ, in partnership with the Oeiras City Council - Portugal, delivered 820 books to all schools in the Municipality of Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 10:53:18 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council delivered 820 books to all schools in the Brava Municipality.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Associação Bravenses Unidos organizes a dinner party in Pawtucket in preparation for Cape Verdean Teacher&amp;#39;s Day</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/association-bravenses-united-organize-dinner-convivio-in-pawtucket-in-preparation-for-the-day-of-the-cabo-verdean-teacher</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/association-bravenses-united-organize-dinner-convivio-in-pawtucket-in-preparation-for-the-day-of-the-cabo-verdean-teacher</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Pawtucket, January 25, 2024 (Bravanews) - On February 3, the community of Cape Verdean teachers will meet at a friendly dinner in the city of Pawtucket. The event is organized by the Associação Bravenses Unidos, and aims to prepare for the celebration of Cape Verdean Teacher&amp;#39;s Day, which will be celebrated in April. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 04:12:24 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Associação Bravenses Unidos organizes a dinner party in Pawtucket in preparation for Cape Verdean Teacher&amp;#39;s Day</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Director of CENS makes a positive assessment of the 1st quarter, predicting improvement in the second</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-cens-director-makes-positive-balance-of-the-1st-quarter-predicting-improvement-in-the-second</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-cens-director-makes-positive-balance-of-the-1st-quarter-predicting-improvement-in-the-second</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The director of the Nova Sintra Educational Complex (CENS) today made a “satisfactory assessment” of the results of the first quarter and the objectives initially set, predicting an improvement in the results of this quarter. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2024 02:54:50 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Director of CENS makes a positive assessment of the 1st quarter, predicting improvement in the second</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cova Rodela Basic School receives a protective gate for student safety</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/basic-school-of-cova-rodela-receives-a-protection-gate-for-students-safety</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/basic-school-of-cova-rodela-receives-a-protection-gate-for-students-safety</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The director of the Nova Sintra Educational Complex (CENS) said today that the Cova Rodela Basic School started the second quarter with a “new look”, as a protective gate was built around the school. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 02:50:52 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cova Rodela Basic School receives a protective gate for student safety</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava students can have access to the Agroforestry Engineering course</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-students-can-have-access-to-agroforestry-engineering-course</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-students-can-have-access-to-agroforestry-engineering-course</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Taking into account the progressive reduction of the technical capacity of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAA) in terms of human resources, motivated, among other aspects, by the progressive reform of existing staff and the failure to replace them at the desired pace, the MAA has been working with UNI-CV in setting up and financing an Agroforestry Engineering course that will last 4 years and should begin in the second semester of this academic year 2023/2024 (March). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 15:53:27 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava students can have access to the Agroforestry Engineering course</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government reiterates commitment to stabilizing teachers’ employment situation</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-reiterates-commitment-to-stabilization-of-teachers’-labor-situation-</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-reiterates-commitment-to-stabilization-of-teachers’-labor-situation-</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Government of Cape Verde, through the Ministry of Education, reaffirms the position it has been adopting since 2016 regarding the resolution of pending issues and the consequent stabilization of teachers&amp;#39; employment situation and reiterates its total availability and openness to continue on the path of dialogue, whether jointly, or separately, depending on the interest and availability of trade union organizations. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 15:22:59 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government reiterates commitment to stabilizing teachers’ employment situation</media:keywords>
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        <title>Second day of Methodological Preparation of the 2nd Quarter: Teachers from Brava Groups intensify content planning</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/second-day-of-methodological-preparation-of-the-second-trimester-teachers-of-agrupamentos-da-brava-intensify-in-content-planning</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/second-day-of-methodological-preparation-of-the-second-trimester-teachers-of-agrupamentos-da-brava-intensify-in-content-planning</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, January 5, 2024 -Methodological Preparation for the second quarter is in full swing in the Brava Municipality Groups. This preparation period is highlighted by meetings between groups of teachers focused on the meticulous planning of the content that will be taught over the next 63 school days. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2024 04:21:04 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Second day of Methodological Preparation of the 2nd Quarter: Teachers from Brava Groups intensify content planning</media:keywords>
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        <title>Newly hired teachers face delays in salary payments</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/newly-hired-teachers-face-delays-in-salary-payment</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/newly-hired-teachers-face-delays-in-salary-payment</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, December 23, 2023 (Bravanews) - Newly hired teachers in several schools face a worrying situation: three months after starting their activities in October, they have still not received their salaries. The situation has generated apprehension and discomfort among educators, who are looking for answers and solutions to the problem. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 23 Dec 2023 08:03:21 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Newly hired teachers face delays in salary payments</media:keywords>
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        <title>Work on the Children&amp;#39;s Garden building in Cachaço, a major challenge that needs to be faced</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/works-on-the-building-of-the-kindergarten-in-cachaco-a-great-challenge-that-needs-to-be-addressed</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/works-on-the-building-of-the-kindergarten-in-cachaco-a-great-challenge-that-needs-to-be-addressed</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, December 15, 2023 - The Brava City Council (CMB) recently announced the need for interventions in the Jardim Infantil building in Cachaço, aiming to resolve structural and infiltration problems that affect some parts of the institution. Initially budgeted at around 681,000$00, the works revealed unexpected challenges, resulting in the need for deeper intervention. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:31:51 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Work on the Children&amp;#39;s Garden building in Cachaço, a major challenge that needs to be faced</media:keywords>
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        <title>High school students receive a research team from the Faculty of Economics of Universidade Nova Lisboa</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/high school-students-receive-research-team-from-the-faculty-of-economics-of-the-new-lisboa-university</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/high school-students-receive-research-team-from-the-faculty-of-economics-of-the-new-lisboa-university</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ A research team from the Faculty of Economics of Universidade Nova Lisboa (Portugal) is today in Brava on a research project to understand the future perspectives of 12th year students, at Escola Secundária Eugénio Tavares (ESET). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 09 Dec 2023 04:17:38 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>High school students receive a research team from the Faculty of Economics of Universidade Nova Lisboa</media:keywords>
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        <title>Teachers from the 1st cycle of the two Brava Groups participate in a workshop on the importance of the lesson plan</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/teachers-from-the-1st-cycle-of-the-two-brava-groups-participate-in-atelier-on-the-importance-of-the-class-plan</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/teachers-from-the-1st-cycle-of-the-two-brava-groups-participate-in-atelier-on-the-importance-of-the-class-plan</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Teachers from the 1st Cycle of the two Groups in the Municipality of Brava met at Escola Básica Viriato Morais, in Mato Grande, to participate in an enriching Workshop on the &amp;quot;Importance of the Lesson Plan&amp;quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2023 04:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Teachers from the 1st cycle of the two Brava Groups participate in a workshop on the importance of the lesson plan</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: International Day of Persons with Disabilities celebrated with the educational community</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-international-day-of-people-with-disabilities-celebrated-with-the-educational-community</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-international-day-of-people-with-disabilities-celebrated-with-the-educational-community</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The World Day of People with Disabilities, marked last Sunday, 3rd, was celebrated today on Brava Island with some activities promoted by the Multidisciplinary Team to Support Inclusive Education (EMAEI). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:14:38 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: International Day of Persons with Disabilities celebrated with the educational community</media:keywords>
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        <title>Historic school of Nossa Senhora do Monte is at risk of collapsing if measures are not taken</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/historic-school-of-nossa-senhora-do-mont-is-at-risk-of-collapsing-if-measures-are-not-taken</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/historic-school-of-nossa-senhora-do-mont-is-at-risk-of-collapsing-if-measures-are-not-taken</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, November 27, 2023 (Bravanews) - On Brava island, the imminent threat of collapse looms over the historic Escola de Nossa Senhora do Monte (school), a historic institution that has been an educational reference point for decades in the region. The situation has worsened due to the recent earthquakes that have hit the island, putting the structural integrity of the school at risk. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:50:51 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Historic school of Nossa Senhora do Monte is at risk of collapsing if measures are not taken</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Degraded building and earthquakes cause “panic and fear” in elementary school students and teachers</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-degraded-building-and-earthquakes-cause-panic-and-fear-in-students-and-teachers-of-basic-schools</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-degraded-building-and-earthquakes-cause-panic-and-fear-in-students-and-teachers-of-basic-schools</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Students and teachers at Escola Básica de Nossa Senhora do Monte (EBNSM), in Brava, said today that they were experiencing days of “panic and fear” in the school with dilapidated structures, as the island has been shaking constantly. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:37:49 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Degraded building and earthquakes cause “panic and fear” in elementary school students and teachers</media:keywords>
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        <title>Innovative partnership for education is born between Brava City Council, IPCB and &amp;amp;quot;Mais Lusofonia&amp;amp;quot; Association</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/innovative-partnership-for-education-between-camara-municipal-da-brava-ipcb-and-associacao-mais-lusofonia-is born</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/innovative-partnership-for-education-between-camara-municipal-da-brava-ipcb-and-associacao-mais-lusofonia-is born</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra (Bravanews) - November 22, 2023 - A new chapter in educational collaboration is about to be written, according to representatives from Brava City Council (CMB), Castelo Branco Polytechnic Institute (IPCB) and the Association &amp;quot;More Lusofonia&amp;quot; who met to discuss and define the terms of an innovative protocol. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:20:58 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Innovative partnership for education is born between Brava City Council, IPCB and &amp;quot;Mais Lusofonia&amp;quot; Association</media:keywords>
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        <title>Delivery of school materials on Ilha Brava &amp; Zé Luís Solidário Project making a difference</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/delivery-of-school-materials-on-brava-island-project-ze-luis-solidarity-making-a-difference</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, November 22, 2023 (Bravanews) - Yesterday, on Ilha Brava, the representatives of the Zé Luís Solidário project, Arlete Lima and Edoneia Teixeira, met in one of the rooms of the Nova Sintra Group, to hold a significant delivery of school materials and uniforms to local students. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 04:57:24 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Delivery of school materials on Ilha Brava - Zé Luís Solidário Project making a difference</media:keywords>
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        <title>Children&amp;#39;s Parliament &amp; Brava Deputies take message about concerns about climate change and ask for concrete actions from national and local authorities</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/youth-parliament-deputies-of-brava-take-message-about-concerns-about-climate-change-and-ask-for-concrete-actions-from-national-and-local-authorities</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/youth-parliament-deputies-of-brava-take-message-about-concerns-about-climate-change-and-ask-for-concrete-actions-from-national-and-local-authorities</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Praia, November 20, 2023 - As part of the Children&amp;#39;s Parliament, an educational and participatory event that aims to involve young people in political and social issues, deputies Kestyn Monteiro and Giovanny Baptista, representatives of the island of Brava, were active during the activities carried out in the city of Praia. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:06:47 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Children&amp;#39;s Parliament - Brava Deputies take message about concerns about climate change and ask for concrete actions from national and local authorities</media:keywords>
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        <title>Angry: Student attacks colleague with a blade causing several injuries to the body</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-student-attacks-classmate-with-a-blade-causing-several-injuries-to-the-body</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-student-attacks-classmate-with-a-blade-causing-several-injuries-to-the-body</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ A student at Escola Secundária Eugénio Tavares (ESET), in Brava, attacked a classmate with a blade this Thursday, inside the school grounds, causing a 12-stitch wound. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:23:46 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Angry: Student attacks colleague with a blade causing several injuries to the body</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: ESET students receive lecture on National Defense Day, military recruitment and the Armed Forces</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-eset-students-receive-lecture-on-national-defense-day-military-recruitment-and-armed-forces</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-eset-students-receive-lecture-on-national-defense-day-military-recruitment-and-armed-forces</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Students at Eugénio Tavares secondary school (ESET) today had the opportunity to learn about national defense and the importance of the Armed Forces during a lecture given by the deputy corporal of the detachment in Brava, Manuel Brito. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2023 04:04:40 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: ESET students receive lecture on National Defense Day, military recruitment and the Armed Forces</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council clarifies lack of knowledge and disconnection from campaign to support children&amp;#39;s gardens</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-municipal-camara-clarifies-lack-of-knowledge-and-disconnection-from-campaign-support-for-kindergarten</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-municipal-camara-clarifies-lack-of-knowledge-and-disconnection-from-campaign-support-for-kindergarten</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, November 4, 2023 - The Brava City Council, after learning through social media, especially Facebook and the electronic newspaper BravaNews, of a campaign entitled &amp;quot;Children&amp;#39;s Garden in the town of Mato, Brava, seeks support to provide essential education and care to children&amp;quot;, publicly clarified his total disengagement and lack of knowledge regarding the aforementioned initiative. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2023 12:19:23 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council clarifies lack of knowledge and disconnection from campaign to support children&amp;#39;s gardens</media:keywords>
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        <title>Jardim Infantil in Mato, Brava, seeks support to provide essential education and care to children</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/kindergarten-of-the-locality-of-mato-brava-seeks-support-to-provide-education-and-essential-care-to-children</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/kindergarten-of-the-locality-of-mato-brava-seeks-support-to-provide-education-and-essential-care-to-children</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, October 30, 2023 - Jardin Infantil - Manuel Xavier and Mané Sanjon, located on the island of Brava in Cape Verde, is seeking financial and resource support to ensure a safe and enriching learning environment for children aged three to five years. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 03:08:35 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Jardim Infantil in Mato, Brava, seeks support to provide essential education and care to children</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: EBNSM promotes “Pink October” march with a focus on breast cancer awareness and prevention</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-ebnsm-promotes-pink-october-march-with-focus-on-breast-cancer-awareness-and-prevention</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-ebnsm-promotes-pink-october-march-with-focus-on-breast-cancer-awareness-and-prevention</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Escola Básica de Nossa Senhora do Monte (EBNSM) today promoted a “Pink October” march aimed at alerting and sensitizing civil society about the harm of the disease, preventing breast cancer and promoting a healthy life. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2023 14:04:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: EBNSM promotes “Pink October” march with a focus on breast cancer awareness and prevention</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: EMAEI promotes activities with pre&amp;school children to learn about the difficulties faced by the blind</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-emaei-promotes-activities-with-preschool-children-to-become-aware-of-the-difficulties-faced-by-the-blind</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-emaei-promotes-activities-with-preschool-children-to-become-aware-of-the-difficulties-faced-by-the-blind</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Multidisciplinary Support Team for Inclusive Education in Brava (EMAEI) carried out an activity today at Jardim Cardeal in Nossa Senhora do Monte, to show the educational community some of the materials and difficulties that blind people face. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:25:08 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: EMAEI promotes activities with pre-school children to learn about the difficulties faced by the blind</media:keywords>
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        <title>Teacher from Nilton Mario, from Lomba Tantum, seeks support to create an explanation room in Lomba Tantum</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/professor-de-nilton-mario-de-lomba-tantum-seeks-support-to-create-explanation-room-in-lomba-tantum</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/professor-de-nilton-mario-de-lomba-tantum-seeks-support-to-create-explanation-room-in-lomba-tantum</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 22, 2023 - Nilton Mário, a teacher graduated from the University of Cape Verde (UNICV), is appealing to the community and the general public for support to set up an explanation room for children in Lomba Tantum . ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:46:21 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Teacher from Nilton Mario, from Lomba Tantum, seeks support to create an explanation room in Lomba Tantum</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Dozens of Teachers participated in the silent march for better working conditions</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-dozens-of-teachers-participated-in-the-silent-march-for-better-working-conditions</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-dozens-of-teachers-participated-in-the-silent-march-for-better-working-conditions</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Dozens of teachers from different levels of education in Brava took to the streets today in a peaceful demonstration, demanding that the Ministry of Education resolve the pending issues and “more dignity for the class”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 13:03:25 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Dozens of Teachers participated in the silent march for better working conditions</media:keywords>
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        <title>Newly arrived teachers sign contracts in the Municipality &amp; Celebration of Education and the new professional journey</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/recently-arrived-teachers-sign-contracts-in-the-municipality-celebration-of-education-and-of-the-new-professional-journey</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/recently-arrived-teachers-sign-contracts-in-the-municipality-celebration-of-education-and-of-the-new-professional-journey</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 19, 2023 - Yesterday was a day of great importance for the educational community of the Municipality/Brava Island, when the new teachers who joined the teaching staff for the 2023 academic year officially signed their contracts. This significant stage not only marks the beginning of their careers, but also contributes to the enrichment of local education. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 11:58:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Newly arrived teachers sign contracts in the Municipality - Celebration of Education and the new professional journey</media:keywords>
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        <title>Eugénio Tavares Secondary School on Ilha Brava Celebrates 28 Years and National Culture Day under the motto &amp;amp;quot;We are culture&amp;amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/secondary-school-eugenio-tavares-on-ilha-brava-celebrates-28-years-and-national-day-of-culture-under-the-motto-we-are-culture</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/secondary-school-eugenio-tavares-on-ilha-brava-celebrates-28-years-and-national-day-of-culture-under-the-motto-we-are-culture</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Ilha Brava, October 16, 2023 - Escola Secundária Eugénio Tavares, on Ilha Brava, is about to celebrate a significant milestone in its history - 28 years of educational excellence and dedication to Cape Verdean culture. Furthermore, the school will celebrate National Culture Day, this year under the motto &amp;quot;WE ARE CULTURE&amp;quot;, inviting the entire educational community to participate in this special event. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:49:09 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Eugénio Tavares Secondary School on Ilha Brava Celebrates 28 Years and National Culture Day under the motto &amp;quot;We are culture&amp;quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Kindergarten at Escola Materna in Nossa Senhora without its playground</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/kindergarten-at-the-mother-school-in-nossa-señora-without-its-playground</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/kindergarten-at-the-mother-school-in-nossa-señora-without-its-playground</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, October 16, 2023 - The Escola Materna Children&amp;#39;s Garden, located in the community of Nossa Senhora do Monte, faces growing concern, as children do not have access to a playground since the old park was deactivated due to to maintenance problems. The equipment, which once provided fun and development for children, was rusty and unusable and was torn up and thrown away. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:42:02 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Kindergarten at Escola Materna in Nossa Senhora without its playground</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parents from localities in the Parish of Nossa Senhora do Monte take responsibility for transporting their children who attend kindergarten at the local Mother School</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/parents-from-localities-in-the-parish-of-nossa-senhora-do-mont-take-on-transportation-of-their-children-who-attend-kindergarten-at-the-local-maternity-school</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/parents-from-localities-in-the-parish-of-nossa-senhora-do-mont-take-on-transportation-of-their-children-who-attend-kindergarten-at-the-local-maternity-school</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 16, 2023 - In an unexpected turn of events, the parents of the villages of Pau, Campo Baixo, Matinho, Cova Joana and neighboring areas, within the parish of Nossa Senhora do Monte, took the initiative to take over the transport of their children to attend kindergarten in Nossa Senhora do Monte. This situation, which unfolds amid limited resources, was taken because they were unable to obtain support from other entities for this purpose. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:23:19 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parents from localities in the Parish of Nossa Senhora do Monte take responsibility for transporting their children who attend kindergarten at the local Mother School</media:keywords>
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        <title>Delegate from the Ministry of Education of Brava signs receipt forms for materials for distance education</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/delegate-of-the-ministry-of-education-of-brava-signs-guides-for-receipt-of-materials-for-distance-education</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/delegate-of-the-ministry-of-education-of-brava-signs-guides-for-receipt-of-materials-for-distance-education</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava, October 14, 2023 - Today, the Delegate of the Ministry of Education of Brava, Vergilío Pires, marked a significant step in the expansion of distance education on the island. In a ceremony held at the Delegation&amp;#39;s headquarters, Pires signed the receipt notes for the materials in the Distance Education room that were installed by Empresa Vestígios e Lugares Cabo Verde LDA, represented by technician José Baessa. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 14 Oct 2023 09:52:05 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Delegate from the Ministry of Education of Brava signs receipt forms for materials for distance education</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Psychologist calls on students to work on mental health with physical activities, reflections and ideas</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-psychologist-appeals-to-students-to-work-on-mental-health-with-physical-activities-reflections-and-ideas</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-psychologist-appeals-to-students-to-work-on-mental-health-with-physical-activities-reflections-and-ideas</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The psychologist from the Brava Health Department today appealed to students at Escola Secundária Eugénio Tavares (ESET) to work on their mental health with physical activities, reflections and ideas that can help improve well-being. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 05:36:54 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Psychologist calls on students to work on mental health with physical activities, reflections and ideas</media:keywords>
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        <title>Delegate from the Ministry of Education of Brava receives Delegation from Fundação Brava Sustentável, with the consultancy mission to be carried out in the next few days on the agenda</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/delegate-of-the-ministry-of-education-of-brava-receives-delegation-of-the-brava-sustainable-foundation-with-on-the-agenda-the-consultancy-mission-to-be-carried-out-in-the-next days</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/delegate-of-the-ministry-of-education-of-brava-receives-delegation-of-the-brava-sustainable-foundation-with-on-the-agenda-the-consultancy-mission-to-be-carried-out-in-the-next days</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 11, 2023 - Yesterday morning, the Delegate of the Ministry of Education of Ilha da Brava, Vergílio Pires, received a delegation from the Fundação Brava Sustentável in audience. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:21:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Delegate from the Ministry of Education of Brava receives Delegation from Fundação Brava Sustentável, with the consultancy mission to be carried out in the next few days on the agenda</media:keywords>
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        <title>Educational community sad about the situation at the Nossa Senhora do Monte School</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/educational-community-sad-with-the-situation-of-the-school-of-our-senho-do-mont</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/educational-community-sad-with-the-situation-of-the-school-of-our-senho-do-mont</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 8, 2023 - The educational community is sad and concerned about the lack of maintenance of the historic Nossa Senhora do Monte school, an institution of great educational importance in the region. Despite having a solid structure, the school lacks periodic maintenance, especially in the painting area, which has left community members concerned. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 08 Oct 2023 10:32:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Educational community sad about the situation at the Nossa Senhora do Monte School</media:keywords>
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        <title>University of Cape Verde (Uni&amp;CV) opens University Center in the Brava&amp;Fogo Region</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/university-of-cabo-verde-uni-cv-opens-university-pole-in-the-brava-fogo region</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/university-of-cabo-verde-uni-cv-opens-university-pole-in-the-brava-fogo region</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 7, 2023 - The University of Cape Verde (Uni-CV) is expanding its presence in the Brava-Fogo Region with the opening of a new University Hub at the Uni-CV Integrated Resources Center in São Filipe, on the island of Fogo. This initiative aims to provide access to quality higher education for students in the region, offering two degree training offers for the 2023/2024 Academic Year. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 07 Oct 2023 05:39:52 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>University of Cape Verde (Uni-CV) opens University Center in the Brava-Fogo Region</media:keywords>
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        <title>&amp;amp;quot;Educational reform with a focus on strengthening languages and the digital transition of the educational system&amp;amp;quot; &amp; Amadeu Cruz</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/educational-reform-with-a-focus-on-strengthening-languages-and-digital-transition-of-the-educational-system-amadeu-cruz</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/educational-reform-with-a-focus-on-strengthening-languages-and-digital-transition-of-the-educational-system-amadeu-cruz</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ “We are implementing educational reform with a focus on strengthening languages and the digital transition of the national educational system” – Amadeu Cruz ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 04:31:02 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>&amp;quot;Educational reform with a focus on strengthening languages and the digital transition of the educational system&amp;quot; - Amadeu Cruz</media:keywords>
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        <title>Drawing up a plan to boost sports in schools and communities in Brava, was the topic of a meeting between the Education Delegation and Sports Department of the CMB</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/drawing-up-a-plan-to-boost-sports-in-schools-and-communities-bravense-was-theme-of-meeting-between-the-delegation-of-education-and-the-sports-delegation- da-cmb</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 29, 2023 - At the Brava Ministry of Education Delegation, an important meeting took place that marked a significant step towards the development of sport on the island. The initiative was promoted by the Delegation of the Ministry of Education at the request of the Department of Education and Sports of the Brava City Council, with the aim of carrying out a diagnostic survey of sport in the region and drawing up an action plan for its promotion in Schools and Communities braves. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 20:32:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>EMAEI identifies 63 students with special educational needs</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/emaei-signals-63-students-with-special-educational-needs</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The coordinator of the Multidisciplinary Support Team for Inclusive Education (EMAEI) in Brava reported today that 63 students from pre-school to secondary education are currently identified, with special educational needs, whether temporary or permanent. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:01:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Local authority will subsidize university students by 300 thousand escudos monthly</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-local authority-will-subsidize-university-students-by-300-thousand-escudos-monthly</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Around fifty-four students from this island, at different universities in the country, will benefit this year from the Brava City Council subsidy, estimated at 300 thousand escudos per month. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 23 Sep 2023 08:59:25 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: School year starts smoothly and in a normal climate</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-school-year-starts-smoothly-and-in-normal-climate</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The 2023/24 academic year began today on Brava island without any surprises and normally, according to those responsible for educational establishments. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:43:59 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Director of ESET praises the participation of teachers and employees in the national school cleaning day</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-director-of-eset-praises-the-adhesion-of-teachers-and-employees-in-the-national-school-cleaning-day</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-director-of-eset-praises-the-adhesion-of-teachers-and-employees-in-the-national-school-cleaning-day</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The director of Escola Secundária Eugénio Tavares (ESET), David Pascoal, today praised the participation of teachers and employees in the national day to clean schools, also guaranteeing that “together we are stronger” ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2023 09:36:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>MEETING WITH PARENTS AND GUARDIANS BOARD EDUCATION – PRESCHOOL</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/meeting-with-the-parents-and-guardians-of-cachaco-pre-school</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/meeting-with-the-parents-and-guardians-of-cachaco-pre-school</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Councilor for Education of Brava City Council, Mr. Mário Soares and Mrs. Preschool Coordinator, Vanusa Monteiro met today, September 15, 2023, in the afternoon with parents and those in charge of kindergarten education. childhood “Os Pastorzinhos” from Cachaço. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 16 Sep 2023 05:19:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Education Delegate ensures that everything is ready for the start of the academic year</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-education-delegate-guarantees-that-everything-is-ready-for-the-beginning-of-the-academic-year</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The Education delegate, Vergílio Lopes, guaranteed today that everything is ready for the start of the school year, on Monday, 18th, although some physical teaching structures still need to be improved. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 15:59:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Academic activities at the Uni&amp;CV hub in the Fogo/Brava Region start in the first week of October – Rector</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/academic-activities-at-the-uni-cv-pole-in-the-fogobrava-region-start-in-the-first-week-of-october-rector</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The branch of the University of Cape Verde (Uni-CV) in the Fogo/Brava region starts teaching activities in the first week of October with courses in agronomy and geology, said today the dean of this higher education institution, Arlindo Barreto. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 15:42:29 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Friends of Escola do Lem in Boston organize Fundraising activity to support Children of that School</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/friends-from-school-of-lem-organize-fundraising-activity-to-support-children-of-the-said-school</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/friends-from-school-of-lem-organize-fundraising-activity-to-support-children-of-the-said-school</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Pawtucket, Rhode Island - August 25, 2023 - The Braveense community across the United States of America and the Friends of Lem School are coming together for a worthy cause. A group of friends and volunteers from the school are organizing a fundraising activity with the aim of supporting all the children who attend the institution. The event is scheduled to take place on September 16, 2023, at Djabraba Hall&amp;#39;s Fidju, located at 682 Roosevelt Avenue in Pawtucket. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:10:15 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Young Bravense stands out in the technical path with an average of 17.74 and guarantees a place at UNICV</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/young-bravense-stands-out-in-the-technical-via-with-1774-media-and-guarantees-a-place-at-unicv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/young-bravense-stands-out-in-the-technical-via-with-1774-media-and-guarantees-a-place-at-unicv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, August 18, 2023 - Via Técnica has proven to be a brilliant choice for young people looking for a quality education, as is the case of student Elias Lopes, who, after completing the 10th year at Escola Secundária da Brava, opted to continue his studies at the Grão Duque Henri Technical School in Assomada. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 14:48:08 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Maura Araújo, with inspiring resilience, obtains a law degree from Uni Mindelo University</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/maura-araujo-com-overcoming-inspiring-conquers-a-law-diploma-by-the-university-of-cape-verde-in-mindelo</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/maura-araujo-com-overcoming-inspiring-conquers-a-law-diploma-by-the-university-of-cape-verde-in-mindelo</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, Brava, 13 August 2023 (Bravanews) - In an emotional graduation ceremony held at Uni Mindelo, Maura Ariana Araújo de Pina proved that determination and willpower can overcome any obstacles. Despite speech and motor impairments, Maura Araújo celebrated the achievement of her law degree in front of friends, family and members of the academic community. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:57:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Maura Araújo, with inspiring resilience, obtains a law degree from Uni Mindelo University</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Delegate of Education praises results of actions carried out in the 2022/23 school year</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-delegado-da-educacao-praises-results-of-actions-developed-in-the-school-year-202223</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-delegado-da-educacao-praises-results-of-actions-developed-in-the-school-year-202223</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The delegate for Education at Brava, Vergílio Lopes, today made a “positive assessment” of the results obtained from the actions carried out and the operation of transport and the school canteen in the 2022/23 school year. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2023 05:48:44 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Group of young people trained in the area of planning income&amp;generating activities</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-group-of-youth-trained-in-the-planning-of-income-generating-activities-3971</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-group-of-youth-trained-in-the-planning-of-income-generating-activities-3971</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ A group of 18 young people from Brave ended today, in the city of Nova Sintra, a training course on the PIN Module – Planning and Starting the Business. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jul 2023 14:35:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Katia Andrade concludes a Masters in Human Resources Management and Development, thanking everyone who has been with her on this journey</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/katia-andrade-completes-master&#39;s degree-in-management-and-development-of-human-resources-thanking-all-who-have-been-with-her-on-this-journey</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/katia-andrade-completes-master&#39;s degree-in-management-and-development-of-human-resources-thanking-all-who-have-been-with-her-on-this-journey</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Pawtucket, July 25, 2023 (Bravanews) - Today is a day of celebration for Katia Andrade, who successfully completed her Masters in Human Resource Management and Development. The graduation ceremony took place in an atmosphere of joy and gratitude, where Katia made a point of expressing her special thanks to God and everyone who was by her side throughout her academic journey. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 15:41:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Katia Andrade concludes a Masters in Human Resources Management and Development, thanking everyone who has been with her on this journey</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: 22 young people begin training within the framework of the Rural Villages Tourism and Environmental Enhancement Project</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-22-jovens-iniciam-acao-de-training-in-the-scope-of-the-project-valorization-touristic-and-environmental-of-rural-villages</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-22-jovens-iniciam-acao-de-training-in-the-scope-of-the-project-valorization-touristic-and-environmental-of-rural-villages</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Employment and Professional Training Center of Fogo e Brava started today a training action aimed at 22 young people, within the scope of the Tourism and Environmental Enhancement of Rural Villages project. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 15 Jul 2023 06:39:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: CEFPF and Brava City Council reinforce partnerships in terms of opportunities and training for young people</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-cefpf-and-brava-municipal-chamber-strengthen-partnerships-in-level-of-opportunities-and-training-for-young people</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-cefpf-and-brava-municipal-chamber-strengthen-partnerships-in-level-of-opportunities-and-training-for-young people</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Center for Employment and Vocational Training of Fogo (CEFPF) and the Municipality of Brava met today to strengthen partnerships in terms of opportunities and training for young people on the island of Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 16:03:32 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Student of parents born in Brava, Cape Verde accepted to Harvard and MIT</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/student-of-parents-born-in-brava-cape-verde-accepted-to-harvard-and-mit</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/student-of-parents-born-in-brava-cape-verde-accepted-to-harvard-and-mit</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ New Bedford native, Kevin Santiago, has achieved an exceptional feat by securing acceptance offers from both Harvard and MIT. Born to parents from Brava, Cape Verde, Santiago&amp;#39;s impressive academic achievements, leadership roles, and community involvement throughout his high school years set him apart. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:04:39 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>School of Nossa Senhora do Monte in a continuous state of degradation, before the incredulous eyes of the residents and incomprehensible silence from the authorities</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/school-of-our-woman-of-the-hill-in-continuous-state-of-degradation-before-the-incredulous-look-of-residents-and-incomprehensible-silence-of-the-authorities</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/school-of-our-woman-of-the-hill-in-continuous-state-of-degradation-before-the-incredulous-look-of-residents-and-incomprehensible-silence-of-the-authorities</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Ilha Brava, Jul 2, 2023 (Bravanews) - The Escola de Nossa Senhora do Monte, located on the beautiful Ilha Brava, has been facing a degrading situation that arouses concern and indignation in the local educational community. The state of abandonment and neglect that the school is in is a real shame, reflecting the lack of investment and priority in education. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2023 09:35:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>The Cape Verdean Recognition Committee Awards 30 Scholarships to Students in Greater New Bedford Area</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/the-cape-verdean-recognition-committee-awards-30-scholarships-to-students-in-greater-new-bedford-area</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/the-cape-verdean-recognition-committee-awards-30-scholarships-to-students-in-greater-new-bedford-area</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In a remarkable display of community support and dedication to education, the Cape Verdean Recognition Committee hosted an event at the Whaling City Museum to award 30 scholarships totaling $55,500 to deserving students from the Greater New Bedford area. The ceremony, attended by distinguished guests including Mayor John Mitchell, doctors, lawyers, and community leaders, celebrated the achievements of these exceptional students and their commitment to pursuing higher education. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 22:25:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Viriato Morais School hosts activities alluding to the International Day of the African Child</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-escola-viriato-morais-hosts-activities-allusive-to-the-international-day-of-the-african-child</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-escola-viriato-morais-hosts-activities-allusive-to-the-international-day-of-the-african-child</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Students from the Basic School of Furna, Cova Rodela and Mato Grande, on the island of Brava, gathered today at the Viriato Morais school in Mato Grande, with a range of activities alluding to the International Day of the African Child. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 17 Jun 2023 02:22:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Kindergarten in Cachaço will receive rehabilitation works – mayor</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-kindergarten-of-town-of-cachaco-vai-receive-rehabilitation-works-hall</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-kindergarten-of-town-of-cachaco-vai-receive-rehabilitation-works-hall</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The kindergarten in Cachaço will receive rehabilitation works later this year with a view to improving its conditions and offering “more dignity” to children and staff. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 04:37:33 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava/Adult Education: Coordination intends to continue the awareness process and open more literacy classes</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-education-of-adults-coordination-intends-to-continue-awareness-process-and-open-more-literacy-classes</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-education-of-adults-coordination-intends-to-continue-awareness-process-and-open-more-literacy-classes</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The coordinator of Basic Education for Youth and Adults (EJA), Paulina Delgado, said today that she will continue the process of raising awareness among adults to open more literacy classes in the next school year. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 13:32:23 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: EBNSM ends the second quarter with more than 80% of positive scores – director</title>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 04:10:01 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title>Brava: Director of CENS makes positive assessment of the 2nd quarter, predicting improvement in year&amp;end results</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The director of Complexo Educativo de Nova Sintra (CENS) today made a “positive assessment” of the results for the second quarter and the objectives initially set, predicting an improvement in the results at the end of the year. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2023 03:36:28 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title>Brava: Sankofa Editora presents a project to attract young people to the field of literature</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Sankofa Editora is on Ilha Brava publicizing a literary &amp;#39;startup&amp;#39; project, LiteratUp, developed by the publisher to instigate the attraction for Cape Verdean literature, especially among young people. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:04:03 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Estivania Santos, a Brave native at the Eugénio Tavares bookstore in Praia</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Livraria Eugênio Tavares in Praia, Cape Verde, has had a new employee for some time now: Estefania Santos, from Brave. She was hired as a salesperson and a handyman at the bookstore and is already performing her duties with dedication and enthusiasm. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2023 09:34:37 -0400</pubDate>
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        <title>Brava: Case of violence in the vicinity of ESET will be handed over to other bodies – Education delegate</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The delegate for Education in Brava announced today that the case of violence that took place in the vicinity of Escola Secundária Eugénio Tavares (ESET) will be handed over to the Cabo Verdean Institute for Children and Adolescents and the Public Ministry. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 02:48:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Nova Sintra Educational Complex marks International Women&amp;#39;s Day with decentralized activities</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The Educational Complex of Nova Sintra (CENS) has scheduled a range of activities to mark International Women&amp;#39;s Day, on the 8th of March, which will take place in various schools in the educational complex. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 03:15:34 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brava: Diva Burgo defends her final thesis in Biological Sciences with a grade of nineteen</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-diva-burgo-defends-her-end-of-the-course-thesis-in-biological-sciences-with-a-grade-nineteen</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Diva Burgo, a student at the University of Cape Verde, finished her course in Biological Sciences this year, having defended her thesis &amp;quot;Analysis of the diet of the Owl Tyto alba in the Ilheu de Cima, Cape Verde in 2021 and 2022&amp;quot;, having obtained the final grade of nineteen values. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 10:05:02 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>PRODUCER&amp;#39;S IRRECUSABLE PROPOSAL LEADS YOUNG PEOPLE TO CONCILIATE NURSING AND MUSIC</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/irrefutable-proposal-of-producer-leads-youth-to-concile-sickfem-and-music</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Dariana Gonçalves Fernandes, 23 years old, is from Brava Island. 5 years ago she moved to Cidade da Praia to study nursing. From the church to the stages of the world, Darii with a stage name wants to grace the public with his gift of singing. Possessing a powerful voice, Darii was embraced by the producer Scuta Music Production and they are already working on their first album. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 03:34:54 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>State of the School of Our Lady of the Mount</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ State of the School of Nossa Senhora do Monte ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 03:03:13 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Installation process of TV Educativa is “very well advanced” – responsible</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The National Director of Education, Eleonora Sousa, told Inforpress today that the installation process of TV Educativa is &amp;quot;very well advanced&amp;quot; and that &amp;quot;certainly&amp;quot; there will be a need to recruit human resources. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2020 03:40:47 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Students from the Escola de Nossa Senhora do Monte with Physical Education classes in a dirt space, while the local multipurpose facility is closed.</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, Dec 12 (Bravanews) - Students from the Nossa Senhora do Monte School practice open-air gymnastics in a dirt space, while the local multipurpose facility is closed. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 14 Dec 2019 09:58:41 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Students from the Escola de Nossa Senhora do Monte with Physical Education classes in a dirt space, while the local multipurpose facility is closed.</media:keywords>
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