by Nafesha Richardson, Commonwealth Blue Charter Ocean Gender Outreach Assistant The ocean has long captivated humanity with its vastness and mysterious depths. It is not only a source of sustenance but also a driving force behind weather patterns and a habitat for countless species. As our understanding of the ocean deepens, so too does our …

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by Archibong Bassey & Victor Okechukwu Chimezie In Africa, data reveals that people with disabilities (PWDs)  account for over 80 million (estimated at 10–20% of Africa’s population). Yet PWDs in Africa face critical barriers stemming from stigma and intersectionalities that affect their wellbeing and participation in society. The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons …

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From using fire to an illuminating lightbulb, and from chorded electronic devices to Bluetooth connections, we have benefited from groundbreaking inventions throughout the course of human history but  25-year-old Vishakha, Commonwealth Correspondent from India believes that globally, we have a long way to go to solve some of  our most basic problems. Photo Credits: Canva …

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Every year, we pause to remember the six million Jewish lives that were lost during the Holocaust. As 25-year-old Nigerian correspondent Adedoyin Ajayi outlines, the United Nations plans numerous activities to preserve the dignity of those who died by honouring their memory as well as educating the world on the atrocities that took place to …

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Nigeria is one of several countries that participate in the extremely harmful practice of female genital mutilation (FGM). FGM can have deadly consequences, but even if some women and girls do not pay the ultimate price, they often have to live with debilitating physical side effects or suffer psychological trauma. So, Abdul Lawal, a 29-year-old …

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In her quest to escape unemployment, Ida travelled from Indonesia to Saudi Arabia as a domestic servant. The 27-year-old was eager to provide for her family and improve their living conditions. But signed a fraudulent employment contract. While working abroad, Ida was subjected to forced labour, unending abuse. She was beaten, verbally abused, starved and …

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As new variants of the coronavirus continue to emerge, acquiring and administering vaccines to their citizens is a priority for most countries. Low and middle-income countries however are facing challenges in securing vaccines. 28-year-old, Judith Akoth, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Kenya argues that all countries should have equal access to vaccines if we are to stop the spread …

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As the protests continue, it is not only males who are being impacted by the inhumane treatment from the SARS police unit. 28-year-old Nigerian Correspondent, Olurunnisola Abe highlights the women who have been directly affected and some of those who continue to stand against police brutality. International Day of the Girl Child which was observed …

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Health workers and survivors of the coronavirus pandemic are facing another enemy: stigmatization and discrimination, and Ghana is no exception. Currently, the *World Health Organization (WHO) reports that there are more than 23 million confirmed coronavirus cases globally. Although 810,492 people have lost their lives to COVID-19, more than 10 million people have recovered from …

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