by Ruhamah Ifere Insecurity issues have bedeviled a country where peace formerly reigned supreme. A land that flowed with milk and honey now flows with the blood of innocent citizens, whose lives have been taken unjustly. The novel corona virus (Covid-19) in 2020 not only disrupted, but also brought to fore the issues that border …
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by Ruth-Ann Briscoe This year, we need to be attending way more music festivals and events just because! The first stop so far was Earth Hour Ja, at Hope Gardens, Jamaica, which is an annual event hosted by the Esirom Foundation. Originally put on by the World Wildlife Fund, the purpose is to encourage people, …
A short bio I am Nicole Babirye, a 16-year-old student from Kampala, Uganda. I am the Vice President of Climate Action. I am passionate about climate change, STEM, and politics and their impact on African countries. Tell us a little about your event/project ( how it came about, the number of young people who benefited …
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by Esrat Jahan Onty, a member of the Commonwealth Youth Climate Change Network working group. Photo credit: Pixabay/ Tumisu One of the most fundamental ways to measure the climate is temperature, and temperatures might vary in different zones, having a wide range of effects on human life as well as ecosystems. Our climate is indeed …
by Shelley Addison-bell, Ocean Youth Working Group Communications and Brand Lead Photo source: Shelley Addison-bell (Author) The world’s oceans are filled with life, from vibrant coral reefs to shallow shores. Beneath its surface is a crucial hero of marine ecosystems: seagrass. For World Seagrass Day, on March 1, we came together to recognize the vital …
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by Adedoyin Ajayi Photo: An eruption of La Soufriere volcano in St Vincent & the Grenadines on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Photo by Robertson S. Henry The 2024 Caribbean Youth Dialogues organized by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) provided an appraisal on five of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Hosted …
by Sylvester Stephen Mtenga Graphic designed by Freepik Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as defined by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a measure of the monetary value of final goods and services produced in a country in a given period of time. It counts all of the output generated within the borders of a country. …
by Marver B. Woodley Climate change is a global challenge that requires collective action, and the power to make a difference lies in the hands of us, especially the energetic and innovative young minds of the Caribbean. As stewards of our planet’s future, it’s essential for young people to actively engage in climate change activities. …
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by Joshua Kimera Across the globe, urbanisation continues to surge, leading to the proliferation of informal settlements known as slums. These densely populated areas, characterised by inadequate housing, limited access to basic services, and precarious living conditions, pose significant challenges to sustainable urban development. While slums persist as a pressing issue in many countries, the …
by Esrat Jahan Onty Photo credit: Ron Lach Sea beaches, with their micro waves and vast expanse, serve as constant magnets for tourists seeking breathing space and relaxation. These visitors, coming from various corners of the globe, converge on these coastal areas year-round, driven by the desire to enjoy the serene environment. However, the very …
Shores in Peril: Unveiling the Ongoing Crisis of Plastic Pollution in Coastal Paradises Read More »
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