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 …
by Archibong Bassey Imagine a world where everyone is peaceful and healthy, no one lacks food, clothing, or shelter, children get quality education, conflicts are resolved peacefully, and war is rare. Sound like a fantasy right? Given the world’s glaring conflicts, and worsening health inequities, one may wonder, are we ever close to achieving a …
How close are we to achieving a healthy and peaceful world? Read More »
On 7th October 2023, the clear azure morning skies of Israel were pierced with a barrage of rockets fired by Hamas. In a pre-meditated, provocative, surprise offence, Hamas not only launched rockets at Israel, but also brutally killed unarmed Israeli civilians and took about 200 hostages—including children and the elderly, in response to the continued …
Commonwealth Correspondents Peace Statement on Gaza-Israel Read More »
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 …
Globalization and Sustainability: A Catch-22 Situation? Read More »
by Monica Islam Happy Teacher’s Day – October 5, 2023! After nearly a year of service in the school education sector, I am happy to announce on World Teacher’s Day that I have resigned from my post as a school teacher this past July. Why, one may ask, did I resign from such an honorable …
A Day in a Teacher’s Shoes: Challenges and Solutions Read More »
By Katerina Panagi Transforming our world toward sustainability requires understanding environmental degradation and climate change as social and political issues. Adopting an eco-social lens in policy design and implementation can facilitate not only green but also fair approaches that will be required to achieve the SDGs. It would help minimize the risk of injustice associated …
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by Chiara Hattotuwa In recent years, Britain has witnessed a notable increase in far-right views, marking a concerning shift in its political landscape. This surge in extremist ideologies has ignited intense debates about the root causes and potential consequences of this phenomenon. From the proliferation of nationalist sentiments to the rise of anti-immigrant rhetoric, the …
The Rising Tide of Far-Right Views in Britain: Unpacking the Phenomenon Read More »
by Sameer Kumar Misra I had been working as a mechanical engineer in the metal recycling industry in Jaipur, India when I realized I had a different calling. Leaving the job was difficult. As Peter Thiel said: “I realized that quitting means just walking out of the six-foot door. Yet people’s aspirations and responsibility don’t …
by Chimaobi Omeye The Niger Republic coup d’état of 26th July came as a shock and an opportunity to reflect on the state of democracy in the West African region. Within a few years, Niger joined Burkina-Faso, Guinea, and Mali in ousting democratically elected sitting governments. Many believe this is a time to challenge the …
by Adedoyin Ajayi Across Nigeria, it is a heartbreaking, yet common phenomenon to see children tug at the hands and clothes of travelers in motor parks in a bid to get some Naira notes. Constant rejection from travelers rarely fails to dampen the resilience of these children, as they scamper about, trying to scrounge enough …
Poverty: A Root Cause of Child Labour in Nigeria Read More »