Kenyan teacher in world's top 10

A Kenyan teacher has reached the top 10 finalists for a global teaching prize. Ayub Mohamud, who teaches business at a high school in Eastleigh, a suburb of the capital, Nairobi, is competing to become the world's most exceptional teachers. Organisers say Mr Mohamud, who is passionate about innovation, design and creativity, tries to equip students with the skills to become successful social entrepreneurs. He is active in attempting to combat extremism and prevent radicalisation on both local and national levels, they added. Mr Mohamud is selected alongside teachers from the US, UK, Australia, India and Finland.  The winner will receive a prize of a $1m at an awards ceremony in March.

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