by Lucia Ene-Lesikar When we talk about the climate crisis, carbon emissions and extreme weather dominate the conversation. But an essential part of the solution is often missed: biodiversity. Every May 22nd, the International Day for Biological Diversity reminds us of the deep interconnection between nature and humanity. This date commemorates the adoption of the …
by Aurore Teta Ufitiwabo Rwanda is known around the world for its clean streets and environmental policies. But behind this green reputation are ordinary people making extraordinary contributions. On this World Environment Day, we shine a light on some of them who remind us that real change often begins with small, consistent acts. In the …
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by Ramna Saeed Sana Yousaf, a minor girl with dreams and hopes recently became prey of institutionalized toxic masculinity. The tragedy escalated when the totality of her identity was reduced to a mere “tiktoker” undermining her identity. This dehumanization is not just irresponsible journalism; it’s a twisted erasure of her personhood. She wasn’t a headline. …
She was a Minor, not a TikToker, Call Sana Yousaf’s murder what it is — A Femicide Read More »
Dignitaries from across the Commonwealth and beyond gathered on June 5 to welcome the seventh Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Hon Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, at a reception in London’s Lancaster House. Among the prominent guests were the Rt Hon David Lammy, the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom, as well as other government ministers and senior officials …
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by Evans Ijakaa The name “police” in Kenya and most parts of Sub-Saharan Africa has become so heavily associated with negativity that few want to be linked with it. The perception is so tarnished that no positive connotations are willingly attached to the institution. This mistrust didn’t start yesterday. Kenya’s policing system was never built …
by Imran Bacchus Diplomacy remains an important facet in today’s volatile and complex world. Diplomacy has helped shape The Caribbean’s and the Western hemisphere’s policies and frameworks that ensure security and foster economic development. This crucial component of international relations has contributed to the shared values and interests in the region. Through its various approaches, …
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by Metolo Foyet “After nearly eight (8) years of service as a Commonwealth Correspondent, I think it is time for me to pass the torch and create space for fresh voices and perspectives. This journey has been incredibly meaningful — from amplifying youth voices to exploring global issues through storytelling and adjusting to what AI …
by Evans Ijakaa “Boys are very easy to raise, by the way.” No, they are not. What people often mean by this statement is: boys are very easy to neglect. The statement really means, we don’t pay as much attention to boys. They’re called “easy” because no one is asking them how they feel, what …
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by Jada Chambers Too young to know better, too old to not know enough Staying in the village was a very parlous decision But life in the shelter was just as rough We were heaped in the auditorium of a school, and the dome was out of sight My mother warned me not to leave …
by Imran Bacchus Recently, the entire country of Guyana united in sadness and outrage after an 11-year-old girl was found dead in a hotel swimming pool under suspicious circumstances. There have been questions about the initial handling of the girl’s disappearance by the police, with some accusing them of collusion and lack of integrity. On …
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