As Nigerians get ready to go to the polls in February, 2019 Olawole Olakunle, 24, a Correspondent from Lagos in Nigeria, has a word of caution for young politicians. He argues that there are three mistakes his generation must not make. Our generation is blessed with some of the best of talents in all stratums of …
In its inaugural publication, the Commonwealth Students Association(CSA) explores the challenges of evaluating student competence in Jamaica, learning outcomes in India, sexual assault in Africa’s universities and inclusivity in Education globally.It also takes a look at wage-related tensions between Nigeria’s university faculty and Federal Government, the Pacific Youth Leaders Workshop among other happenings. About us:The …
Works of art should be valued based on their own merit and not based on the personality or lifestyle of their creators, writes Ashlee Burnett, 21, a Correspondent from Couva in Trinidad who shares her own experience of being an artist whose work is sometimes not viewed as independent of her. When do you separate the …
Biofuels are presented as a promising renewable energy source in Africa, says Erisa Sserwaddad, 23, a correspondent from Kampala, Uganda. He argues, however, that unmanaged production of biofuels in Africa could lead to a stark choice between food or fuel. The burning of fossil fuels in order to power up economic growth has been identified …
Elections in Nigeria may not be perfect, writes Belema Ekine, 28, a correspondent from Tombia, Rivers State in Nigeria who argues that Nigerians should still exercise their right to vote in this month’s elections as this is one way citizens can influence the course of events in their country. Former American President, John F. Kennedy said, …
by Cody Mitchell A new anti-slavery bill in Australia has gotten little attention from the media, writes Cody B. Mitchell, 17, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Moree, Australia, who has been interviewing one of supporters of the bill who claims media bias is one of the reasons for the lack of news coverage by he Australian …
Human life depends on healthy oceans writes Daniel Olajuyigbe, a 17 year old correspondent from Ekiti State, Nigeria, who highlights the importance of our oceans. He argues that our oceans are in danger, and calls for more action to save them. We may not realize it but whether we’re showering in the bathroom, flushing the toilet, freezing food …
Education should be a policy priority for Pakistan ,writes Sarmad Shahbaz Bhutta, a 20-year-old Commonwealth Correspondent from Pakistan who argus that the charity sector has been filling the gap in the sector. Education is the most fundamental thing for a human being. Whether a boy or a girl, education is mandatory and equally important for …
A popular singer has accurately captured some of Nigeria’s most concerning social,cultural and political issues, argues Laila Johnson-Salami, 22, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Lagos in Nigeria, who calls for national reorientation as the country prepares to go to the polls. When one of Nigeria’s top artists, Falz, released his 2018 version of Childish Gambino’s ‘This …
A united Africa is possible, writes Kiiza Saddam Hussein, 27, a Commonwealth Correspondent who lives in Uganda and Rwanda, who believes there are a few steps that Africa can take to unify the continent. Can you imagine a united Africa? You may be thinking:” What is he talking about? We have the African Union (AU) …