Experiencing the world through volunteerism Did you know that over one billion people across different countries, regions, and cultures volunteer worldwide? Discover it here! Paramie Jayakody January 10, 2023
Kenya’s Hustler Fund: Reimagining access to affordable credit in Kenya? Access to affordable credit in Kenya has been an issue for small business. The new government seeks to solve this using the hustler fund. Don Nyagudi December 16, 2022
Solution for Lahore’s Air Pollution? The article analyses the cause and impact of persistent yearly smog in Lahore, Pakistan and the steps taken to solve the problem. Mariam Qureshi December 3, 2022
Sehat Sahulat Programme: A Revolutionary step towards better health care in Pakistan? The article analyses the new health insurance scheme in Pakistan and how it may improve the existing healthcare system. Mariam Qureshi November 16, 2022
Impact of learning poverty on the economic growth and development of developing countries Research by the World Bank shows that over 50% of children in developing countries cannot read a simple story by the age of 10. This learning poverty impacts on their educational progress in the future affecting their skills thus human capital inefficiencies. As a result, developing countries lag behind when it comes to economic growth and development. Don Nyagudi October 31, 2022
Impact of Russia-Ukraine war inflation on struggling economies The Russian invasion of Ukraine has continued to exacerbate economic suffering among poor countries which are already grappling with political and economic issues. At the centre of this suffering is food inflation which is making life unbearable for people. Multiple Authors October 5, 2022
Climate justice for Africa: Building up to COP 27 (Africa’s COP) Africa has contributed the least towards Climate change ( less than 4% of carbon emissions) yet her people are the most vulnerable. Climate Justice for Africa is anchored on advocating and pushing for equal sharing of the burden of Climate Change and recognition that even though it’s incumbent upon everyone to #ActNow, wealthier nations need to do more to finance Climate change adaptation in Africa. Don Nyagudi September 17, 2022
A look back at Pride 2022: securing progress in times of social regression In a time where LGBTQ+ rights are being challenged, we look to international advocacy and education as ways towards an inclusive future. Esther Brito July 25, 2022
Women in STEM; Matters Arising Women across developing countries need to harness technology in order to propel themselves to financial independence and a better life for themselves and their families. Salim Yunusa June 27, 2022
Youth & Urban Conflict: From the Lens of a Naija Guy Urban conflict may arise within the society for several reasons, and when it does, youth are 80% of the time victims and participants of the incidents. This is because young people are most times the first suspect when something bad happens in our societies. They are subjected to stereotypical images of being angry, drugged, and… Akinjise Daniel June 5, 2022
Climate Change VS Culture Change: Youth’s Perspective If the climate is changing, we also need to change our culture and daily activities, by being more conscious of the environment. The current reality on climate change is one that speaks of urgency and seeks creative ways to solve the mess we have found ourselves in. It is important to talk about climate and… Akinjise Daniel April 11, 2022
How Gender Mainstreaming Can Make the AfCFTA ‘Magic’ Happen It is no longer news that thirty-six countries of the African Union have ratified the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) agreement, a free trade area policy founded in 2018 to create a single continental market for goods and services. It promises to enable the free movement of business persons and investments while potentially being the… Akinjise Daniel April 1, 2022
