Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Africa Cooperation Center is holding an essay contest under the theme of “Strategies of entering Africa and raising public awareness.” Students interested should submit a five page essay on the topic via e-mail (mofatafrica1@gmail.com) by Sept. 10. Foreign exchange students may also apply. For further information, visit the Web site (http://www.africacenter.info/) or call (02) 2100-7488.