by Similoluwa Ifedayo Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa and the seventh largest in the world, has seen a large number of its citizens emigrate in recent years, in what is popularly known as ‘japa’, a Yoruba term for ‘flee’. The emigration wave is gathering steam amid mounting socioeconomic challenges in the country. Nigeria …

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by Chevaughn Brown, Membership Lead at the Commonwealth Youth Climate Change Network. Entering the COP28 venue in Dubai, there is a line of flags on either side of you. They each represent a country. Some are nearby, and some are clear across the world. Big and small, developing and developed, they have all experienced the …

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by Srishti Negi “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players” – Shakespeare opined in the late 16th century, writing these memorable and insightful lines in his play ‘As You Like It’. And this dictum for ages immemorial has, consciously or unconsciously, represented the international stage at large. Now the …

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Dr. Mohsen Gul, Technical Lead, Strategic Intelligence Hub, UNDP in Asia and the Pacific Sushil Ram, Youth Development Advisor, Commonwealth Secretariat In Asia-Pacific policy-making’s vast and dynamic terrain, innovation is not just a buzzword but a critical imperative. Policy innovation, in this context, represents the delicate art of crafting strategies that are as adaptable as they are robust …

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by Duncan Gaswaga In an historic moment at COP28, His Majesty King Charles III delivered a compelling address that resonated with urgency and conviction in the global fight against climate change. The monarch, known for his unwavering commitment to environmental causes, outlined a visionary path forward emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts to address the …

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by Duncan Gaswaga As the global community gears up for the COP28, the Conference of Parties stands at the forefront of international efforts to combat climate change. COP, an annual gathering of nations committed to addressing environmental challenges, plays a pivotal role in shaping policies and agreements aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change. …

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by Kiyara Manaka Matambanadzo Africa has been trying to catch up with the rest of the world for so long. After decades of war and colonialism, there has been a scramble to bring Africa, particularly the rural areas, into an age of rapid industrialization. But what if Africa’s leaders are missing out on one key …

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by Adedoyin Ajayi Through the use of similar technology, social media, liberalized trade, economic integration, and popular culture, cities have become increasingly alike. As cities become more globalized, they display global attributes rather than national ones. Major cities like London, New York, Tokyo, Berlin, Paris, and Beijing are similar in the form of trade patterns …

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