Wallonia

Currently, only select areas within the city, including the vibrant Namur city centre, Lives-sur-Meuse, Jambes, and Wépion, benefit from this privilege, which limits the potential for increased revenue and foot traffic in other parts of the city

This recognition, announced today, places the Liège-based cultural institution in the spotlight as a contender for the coveted 'Opera Company' award. The ceremony is set to unfold on October 2, 2024, in Munich, Germany, where the opera world’s most esteemed accolades will be presented

Under the new policy, students aged up to 12 years old will be prohibited from bringing smartphones into classrooms. The rule is set to be enforced in 373 schools that fall under the WBE network, which includes state and official schools

According to AWSR, cycling accidents involving children are a significant concern. Data from 2019 to 2023 reveals that approximately 40 children aged 6 to 11 and over 120 teenagers aged 12 to 17 are involved in cycling accidents each year in Wallonia

According to a report by Sudinfo, of the 146 swimming pools listed by the sports registry in Wallonia, approximately 60 are closed or unavailable due to being located within school compounds.