by Bryan Obaji It is no longer news that Suella Braverman is now referred to as former home secretary, following her removal from office. Her admirers received the news with shock, while the rest were either happy or indifferent. Although political as it may look, the decision of the United Kingdom’s Prime Minister seems to …
by Ainesh Dey As India enters her 76th year of Independence, the relative volatility of the international landscape has led to increased opportunities for her. As a prospective global player, India must undertake the responsibility of fulfilling larger strategic commitments. Given the current tumultuous geopolitical context, the road to global spotlight for New Delhi seems …
India beyond 75: Promising new power in global arenas Read More »
by Katerina Panagi Democracy and participation are two essential pillars of a just and equitable society. In the modern world, democracy has become the predominant form of government, with its principles deeply rooted in the belief that people have the right to govern themselves and participate in the decision-making processes that affect their lives. This …
Democracy and Participation: The Cornerstones of a Just Society Read More »
by Erisa Sserwadda When will the widespread killing of civilians in Gaza stop? When will the hypocrisy in the West end? When will we no longer see the deaths of defenceless children, mothers, medical professionals, journalists, and young people without weapons in Gaza? When will the current genocide come to an end? In 2023, would mankind …
When will the bloodshed in Gaza end? – A call for accountability Read More »
by Cody Mitchell On Saturday 14 October, Australians overwhelmingly rejected the Government’s proposed constitutional amendment to enshrine an Indigenous advisory body with the power to “make representations” to Parliament and the Executive Government. In Australia, for a constitutional amendment to be successful, it must pass a very high threshold, achieving a “double majority”—meaning a majority …
Australians overwhelmingly reject Indigenous advisory body amendment Read More »
By Srishti Negi On April 1, 2022, Gotabaya Rajapaksa declared a state of emergency after his home was besieged by thousands of protesters demanding his resignation amidst the economic turmoil faced in the country. The crisis – anarchist and exploitive at its very core – united the formerly Civil War-ravaged country for the first time …
A cyclic fall – Lessons from the Sri Lankan Crisis Read More »
by Ewura Adwoa Larbi The young people of Ghana went out in their numbers on the streets of the nation’s capital with the intention to march unto and set up camp at the official presidential premises; Jubilee House. The protest took place from September 21 to 23, 2023. “Julorbi” was apparently coined as a pun …
Concerned Ghanaian Youth take to the streets in protest Read More »
by Ian Xu After a decade under conservative leadership, Canada’s largest city and economic capital once again has a progressive leader. Mayor Olivia Chow, former NDP MP and ex-Toronto city councilor, assumed the position on July 12, stepping into the post with a wealth of experience in community organizing, city politics, and a previous assignment …
Toronto’s New Progressive Mayor: Assessing Olivia Chow’s First Two Months in Office Read More »
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 Diyaulhaq Bin Usman The recent coup d’état in the Niger Republic has raised concerns about stability and unity in the region, particularly in relation to its neighboring country, Nigeria. Historically regarded as brothers in their shared African heritage, the current political turmoil threatens to strain this bond and even spark division and conflict. However, …
Peaceful Restoration of Democracy in the Niger Republic Read More »