by Adedoyin Ajayi The will to live, to subsist is perhaps one of the strongest desires in mankind. The world population totaled eight billion in November 2022, and is projected to peak at over ten billion in mid-2080s. This astronomical rise is staggering, considering the world figure was a mere 2.5 billion in 1950. Rising …
by Cody Mitchell In light of significant policy debates about the impacts of social media on young people, Australian media are reporting the findings of a new study into mental health and social media, conducted by economic research group—the e61 Institute. The new research found that young women, born from the late 1990s onwards—also known …
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by Lilian Efobi As an election observer with Democracy Volunteers for the United Kingdom (UK) 2024 election, I was privileged to observe the electoral process in four constituencies in South East London: Hemel Hempstead, South West Hertfordshire, Chesham & Amersham and Welwyn Hatfield. The election was characterized by high voter turnout, with citizens flocking to …
by Ruhamah Ifere As a young woman, I have been greatly inspired by three Nigerian SHEroes who fought gallantly for the rights of women, regardless of the opposition they faced. They each took up the responsibility for enabling other women and girls to achieve a shared purpose – Women’s voting rights, freedom from illegal tax, …
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A short bio of yourself My name is Best Apisit Uthakhamkong, and I am 29 years old. I hold a Bachelor of Brand Communications and a Graduate Diploma in Design, and I live in New Zealand. Currently, I serve as the Communications & Public Relations Coordinator for the New Zealand Commonwealth Alliance of Young Entrepreneurs …
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by Abolaji Ogunjimi, Blogs Lead, CYCN Communications Working Group As the sixth most populous country in the world with a population of about 229 million people, the climate change situation in Nigeria is worthy of note. By contributing to Nigeria’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, one of the main drivers of climate change in the country …
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by Katerina Panagi The recent election of Fidias Panayiotou, a TikToker and YouTuber from Cyprus, as an independent member (MEP) for the European Parliament, signals a new era in politics, not just for Cyprus, but for all of Europe. Panayiotou is known for his trolling on the Internet, where he has labelled himself a “professional …
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A short bio about yourself My name is Elisante Ephrahim. I was born and raised in the pastoralist community of the Maasai in northern Tanzania and I am 28 years old. I hold a master’s degree in finance and investment with a background in Economics and statistics. I am a vision bearer and the Chief …
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by Lilian Efobi Disinformation now permeates contemporary conflicts and has terrible effects on people, groups, and society at large. This article investigates the motivations behind the dissemination of false information during conflicts, looking at the psychological, social, and political aspects that influence these behaviours and emphasizing the necessity for focused efforts to lessen its negative …
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by Duncan Gaswaga Freedom of speech, often considered the cornerstone of any democracy, is the liberty to express opinions without censorship, restraint or legal penalty. Today it is considered a fundamental human right and is included by multiple countries in their constitutions, one of the most famous being the First Amendment of the United States …