by Riya Mehta Indigenous peoples in Canada have faced a long history of harm, from colonial control and forced assimilation to ongoing legal struggles for fairness and equality. While governments often speak about reconciliation, real justice has too often come only after harm is done. The case of Jordan’s Principle shows this clearly. In 2007, …

Has Justice for Indigenous Children in Canada Truly Been Served? Read More »

by Adedoyin Ajayi In what the BBC has dubbed Nepal’s worst unrest in decades, the country has been rocked by violent protests that have claimed lives and left several more injured. In this interview, I speak with Sneha Dev, a teacher and HR Assistant from Biratnagar, Nepal. She discusses the motivations behind the protests, the …

The Straw that Broke the Camel’s Back Read More »

by Hannah Kumadi Wakawa The Nigerian educational sector is faced with numerous challenges that permeate across various levels, with pupils at  primary schools struggling with overcrowded classrooms, inadequate furniture, and insufficient learning materials, hindering their ability to learn effectively. Similarly, students at  secondary level are faced with inadequate funding and poor infrastructure which continue to affect …

Strikes, Broken Promises, and a Fading Future for Nigerian Students Read More »

by Immanuel Mwendwa Kiilu Africa’s exclusion from permanent membership on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) represents a glaring gap in global governance. Africa’s population is estimated to be around 1.5 billion, which is nearly one-fifth of the global population. Africa’s demographic weight makes the continent a key player in shaping global priorities. These priorities …

Moving Africa to the Centre of the UN Security Council Table is imperative Read More »

by Similoluwa Ifedayo Sometime this month, on my way home, something cracked in me. I saw a boy—maybe nine years old—dart through traffic along Iyana Paja, Lagos State, with arms stretched to the sky, his voice hoarse but determined: “Oga mi, boss, abeg give me something. My honourable!” He wasn’t just hungry. He was desperate. …

You Can’t Afford a Child Just Because You Can Make One Read More »

by Joyce Wachau Chege Yesterday was June 25. It was just a few hours ago, I keep telling myself, over and over and over again. In the bus on my way to work, I watch as life goes by, as if nothing had happened. By the time I alight, two work bags well balanced on …

When Womanhood becomes a Battlefield and a Crime Read More »

by Ayesha Ali, Maxencia Nabiryo, Bhavna Halai, Yifan Zhou Across the globe, health systems are facing unprecedented challenges – from critical workforce shortages and increasing migration to widespread burnout and deepening health inequities. As we collectively seek sustainable solutions, it is clear that both seasoned policymakers and emerging young professionals must be integral to these …

Bridging Generations: Shaping the Future of the Global Health Workforce in the Commonwealth Read More »

by Evans Ijakaa The name “police” in Kenya and most parts of Sub-Saharan Africa has become so heavily associated with negativity that few want to be linked with it. The perception is so tarnished that no positive connotations are willingly attached to the institution. This mistrust didn’t start yesterday. Kenya’s policing system was never built …

The Silent Wounds of Kenya’s Police Officers Read More »

by Similoluwa Ifedayo When Will Women Be Treated Fairly and Equally in Nigeria? In 2025, if Kate, a British woman, marries a Nigerian man, she can become a Nigerian citizen within a year. But if I, a Nigerian woman, marry a foreign man, the law says he must live in Nigeria for at least 15 …

The Nigerian Law Loves Men More Read More »