Playing Hooky
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
11 Responses
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On 13 October 2007 Michael Van Der Tol gave props:
Melanie, this is a priceless image! Nicely captured!
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On 13 October 2007 Audrey Kanekoa-Madrid gave props:
Well done! SUch a great capture.
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On 15 October 2007 Alexis Gerard gave props:
Wonderful composition, and wonderful moment. A really great shot
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On 16 October 2007 Maria Irigoyen gave props:
truly an amazing capture! one of my favorites for sure. =)
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On 20 October 2007 Dan Fisher gave props:
Fantastic shot. I really want to know what's going on in the school room too!
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On 23 October 2007 Kevin Eatinger gave props:
Great work here, great editorial shot
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On 8 November 2007 Brian Holt gave props:
Great shot--love the spontaneity of it!
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On 12 November 2007 Abellan Antonio said:
Nice one, I added to my favourites. I also feel curious looking at this picture. Congratulatns
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On 27 November 2007 Erasmo Wong said:
sweet shot!
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On 2 March 2008 Mike Holley gave props:
A wonderful moment you've captured here. Great b&w as well.
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On 17 March 2008 Benjamin Leong said:
I like this one a lot.
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