From the late 1980’s to to the early 2000’s, the world witnessed massive development of computer technology. Muhammed Badamasi, 22, a Correspondent from Lagos in Nigeria, says this period ushered in a new era through the mass production of personal computers, but at an unexpected cost. It is not an exaggeration to say that information technology has revolutionised …
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Commonwealth hosts technology and innovation webinar – September 17
September 16On September 17, 2020, a panel of game-changing innovators will lead the third episode of the Common …
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Read moreYoung Jamaican’s invention could help tackle the spread of viruses like COVID-19
April 3Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland writes about meeting inspirational young health inn …
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Read moreTragedy was what led to the launching of Satya Illa’s ‘Kaanthi’ which promotes electrical safety awareness through local education camps. Satya trains local communities in first aid and electrical safety, engages with local engineering colleges to raise awareness and has also developed a low-cost electrical insulator device to protect communities exposed to dangerous, poor quality …
Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland writes about meeting inspirational young health innovator Rayvon Stewart at the Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting (CHMM) in Geneva last year in this blog. Rayvon was among the finalists shortlisted for last year’s Commonwealth Health Innovation Awards. Five years ago more than 40 babies born in Jamaican hospitals became infected with lethal bacteria – …
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