This boy seems to regret his decision to play hooky from school, as he peers into his classroom full of friends. This was taken in Kande Village, Malawi.
Malawi became a multiparty democracy in 1993. This huge change in the political scene increased civil liberties but the system is certainly not without its problems.
One change democracy brought with it was free Primary school education. Unfortunately, the introduction of the program also created problems like overcrowded classrooms, unqualified teachers and lack of supplies. There is also a big problem with absenteeism because the term "free" is misunderstood to mean that attendance is voluntary - by both students and teachers.
Democracy: New Democracies
10 responses
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Audrey Kanekoa-Madrid gave props (13 Oct 2007):
Well done! SUch a great capture.
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Alexis Gerard gave props (15 Oct 2007):
Wonderful composition, and wonderful moment. A really great shot
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María Irigoyen gave props (16 Oct 2007):
truly an amazing capture! one of my favorites for sure. =)
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Dan Fisher gave props (20 Oct 2007):
Fantastic shot. I really want to know what's going on in the school room too!
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Kevin Eatinger gave props (23 Oct 2007):
Great work here, great editorial shot
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Brian Holt gave props (8 Nov 2007):
Great shot--love the spontaneity of it!
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Abellan Antonio said (12 Nov 2007):
Nice one, I added to my favourites. I also feel curious looking at this picture. Congratulatns
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Erasmo Wong said (27 Nov 2007):
sweet shot!
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Benjamin Leong said (17 Mar 2008):
I like this one a lot.
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Lew Harford gave props (26 Jun 2009):
Beautiful image
