Youth are often viewed as instigators of conflict and violent extremism, but Sesame O. Mogotsi, 24, a Correspondent from Gaborone in Botswana, argues the narrative is steadily shifting. Young peace advocates have long contended that the capacities of youth and the possibilities of youth in preventing and resolving conflict are essential to building sustainable peace and security, and …
Showing Results For:
th , 2025
Tag: Youth
Page 1 of 64
Bright Ideas | Networking | Youth Empowerment | Youth Networks
Sylvester Mtenga: A Young Commonwealth Voice Exploring Tech, Writing, and Impact
July 6by Sameer Kumar Misra & Aditi Chhotaray Sylvester Stephen Mtenga a young person who grew up in D …
Sylvester Mtenga: A Young Commonwealth Voice Exploring Tech, Writing, and Impact Read More »
Read more
Social and economic realities affecting youth have been subdued by those in leadership, writes Badru Walusansa, 26, a Commonwealth Correspondent from Kampala in Uganda. With over 78 per cent of its population below the age of 30, Uganda youth are plagued with a multitude of problems, including unemployment. As our politicians continue embarking on political-destruction-missions such …
When young people have meaningful conversations, the inspiration and lessons learned can be profound. Solo Matthewsella, 30, a Correspondent from Suva, Fiji, reflects on some of the thought-provoking moments at a recent Commonwealth training in London for youth leaders. In the course of an intense week of training, heavy conversations, culture eats, late nights, jet-lag and …
“True, I am young, but for souls nobly born, valour doesn’t await the passing of years “– this quote from Pierre Corneille is true of Galabuzi Brian Kakembo. At just 25 years, this Ugandan innovator and social entrepreneur will go down in history as the regional finalist for Africa and Europe, and the overall winner of Commonwealth Youth Awards for 2020. The young …